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Silver Lake State Park
State Park Information

State Park Overview
Silver Lake State Park is an almost 3,000-acre park in Oceana County along the Lake Michigan shoreline. This area includes both dune country and acres of mature forest. The dune ridges and valleys are mostly windblown sand and lack trees, scrub brush and dune grass. The dune area is sometimes compared to a desert. Silver Lake State Park contains more than four miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and boasts a large sandy beach.

In 1919, Carrie E. Mears donated 25 acres of land for park purposes. The parks boundary was dedicated in 1951 and a master plan was officially approved in 1964. Now, nearly 2,000 acres of sand dunes are available for exploration and hiking. One of the parks biggest draws is the 450-acre off-road vehicle area. But, because of the high demand, it requires a special set of rules. Please review rules and regulations of ORV use in the state of Michigan and the more specific requirements of using an ORV/ATV in Silver Lake State Park before participating in this activity.


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Area Attractions
Off-Road Vehicle Trails/Routes

As the only state park that allows off-road and all-terrain vehicles, Silver Lake State Park has special rules to ensure that people enjoy this recreation activity safely. Please visit the Sillver Lake State Park ORV Information page to learn more about ORV/ATV use at this park. Also contact the concessions provider at 231-873-2817 for more information.

Rides are also available with Mac Woods Dune Rides for a fee. Group rates are available. Visit the web site or call 231-873-2817 for hours, current prices and additional information.

Metal Detecting Areas

Metal detecting is recognized as a legitimate recreation activity when it is conducted in ways that do not damage the natural and cultural resources in Michigan State Parks nor violate applicable state statues. Any items found must be reviewed by park staff and may be retained for further investigation.


Area Campgrounds

Woodstream Campsite
5440 School Rd
Gainesville, NY
(585) 493-5643


Four Winds Recreational Resort
7350 Tenefly Rd
Portageville, NY
(585) 493-2794




Area Resorts and Lodging

Swain Ski & Snowboard Ctr
2275 County Road 24
Swain, NY
(607) 545-6511


Byrncliff Resort Inc
2400 Humphrey Rd
Varysburg, NY
(585) 535-7563


Leonardo Da Vinci Lodge
202 Wanser Ave
Inwood, NY
(516) 239-9350



Silver Lake State Park