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Indiana Dunes NP, Indiana
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Mount Baldy is an active dune that moves about four feet each year due to wind erosion, making it one of the few 'living dunes' in the Indiana Dunes National Park.
In 2013, a young boy fell into a hidden hole on Mount Baldy, leading to the discovery of a network of voids beneath the dune's surface, prompting safety closures and further geological studies.
Mount Baldy stands at approximately 126 feet tall, making it the tallest sand dune in the Indiana Dunes National Park.
Before safety concerns led to its closure, Mount Baldy was a favorite winter destination for sledding enthusiasts in the region.
The area surrounding Mount Baldy hosts a diverse range of plant and animal species, including some rare and endangered ones, due to its unique dune and wetland habitats.
Mount Baldy is located within the Indiana Dunes National Park, which was designated as a national park in 2019, highlighting its ecological and recreational significance.
