Top 5 Can’t Miss Indiana Dunes is one of the most biodiverse national parks in the U.S., with over 2,000 species and 350 types of birds across five different ecosystems, including dune, wetland, and forest habitats. One of the best ways to experience the park is by embarking on the 3.4-mile-long Paul H. Douglas Trail, which winds through several environments. You can have a chic, historic stay here by booking a night at the Cypress Log Cabin, which was originally built for the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair. Spring is an especially beautiful time to visit, with wildflowers and plenty of migratory birds. After a day at the park, fill up on house-made pasta and other Italian classics at Lucrezia Café, a local favorite. Just an hour from Chicago, Indiana Dunes National Park stretches along Lake Michigan’s southern shore—its 15,000 acres of beach, forest, and wetland feel far removed from the city. And even though it's one of the lesser-known national parks, it's one of the most biodiverse landscapes in the country.…