Nordhouse Dunes is a beautiful hidden gem. This was my first backpacking adventure and a wonderful experience.

The hike from the parking lot is about a mile through some hilly sand so it was a nice little workout. As others have said, there are no facilities so be prepared for a primitive adventure. Despite rules posted online and at the trailhead, people still seem to camp and build fires on the dunes close to the water. There’s also evidence of people chopping at large, living trees instead of gathering dead wood or chopping up fallen limbs. Despite this, it’s a truly beautiful spot with breathtaking sunsets.