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Silver Lake State Park offers a unique 450-acre off-road vehicle area on the sand dunes bordering Lake Michigan. The riding experience is a vast, open scramble area with challenging dunes and scenic views. The terrain is entirely sand, making it a popular destination for all types of OHVs.
The park is open to all vehicle types, including motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, and Jeeps, from April 1 through October 31. A Michigan DNR ORV sticker and a Recreation Passport are required for entry. The park has designated parking areas but no camping within the ORV area itself, though nearby campgrounds are available.Dirt Bike Trail System0
Silver Lake State Park
AKA: Silver Lake ORV Area, Silver Lake Sand Dunes
Mears, MI
Trail System Statistics
Braaply Rating
Good
Approximate Size
450 acres (1 sq mi)
Elevation Range
550 to 650 ft.
Operating Season
April 1 through October 31
About Silver Lake State Park
Silver Lake State Park offers a unique 450-acre off-road vehicle area on the sand dunes bordering Lake Michigan. The riding experience is a vast, open scramble area with challenging dunes and scenic views. The terrain is entirely sand, making it a popular destination for all types of OHVs. The park is open to all vehicle types, including motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, and Jeeps, from April 1 through October 31. A Michigan DNR ORV sticker and a Recreation Passport are required for entry. The park has designated parking areas but no camping within the ORV area itself, though nearby campgrounds are...
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Terrain Details
Surface Types
Loose Dirt
None
Hard Pack
None
Sand
Lots
Rocks
None
Natural Features
Trees
Few
Steep Hills
Few
Water Crossings
Few
Trail Features
Small Jumps
Few
Berms
None
Pits
None
Trail Types
Singletrack
None
Roads
None
Traffic & Safety
Hazards
Few
Difficulty Levels
Novice Terrain
Few
Amateur Terrain
Mostly
Expert Terrain
Little
Terrain Difficulty
Terrain for a variety of skill levels.
Trail Maintenance
Unknown
Terrain Hazards
Watch out for a few areas with hazards (assumed marked but use caution).
Getting Here & Info
Parking
No parking fees reported.
Permit Required
Yes
Permit Info
MI ORV Sticker and MI Recreation Passport
Official Information
https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/things-to-do/orv-riding/silver-lakeOperating Season
April 1 through October 31
Trailhead Coordinates
43.6819416, -86.4192737
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