Pine Township, Porter County, Indiana

Pine Township is one of twelve townships in Porter County, Indiana. As of the 2010 census, its population was 2,709. It is the least populated of the townships of Porter County.

History

Pine Township was organized in 1853, and named for the abundance of pine trees within its borders.
The Weller House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.

Cities and towns

Pine Township includes the communities of Beverly Shores and Town of Pines.

Education

The township is mostly served by the Michigan City Area Schools. Its high school is Michigan City High School located in Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana. The rest of the township is served by the Duneland School Corporation.

Parks

Pine Township includes the eastern portion of Indiana Dunes National Park, including beaches in the town of Beverly Shores.