Silver Lake State Park
About this place
Famous 450-acre ORV dune area; Little Sable Point Lighthouse.
Good to know
SwimmingVaries A buoyed swim area is in the day-use area on Silver Lake.
FishingVaries Silver Lake is stocked with walleye; however, fishing is more popular during the nonsummer months due to heavy boat traffic.
AlcoholNo Alcohol is prohibited in the ORV area, ORV welcome center area, pedestrian area and within .25 miles of the boundaries of the ORV scramble area.
DogsLeash Pets are allowed along the entire length of the Lake Michigan shoreline (3 miles) and the park's inland lake, Silver Lake, in all areas other than the designated swim beach. Pets must always be on a 6-foot leash and under an owner's immediate control.
What's here
Picnic tables
Playground
Restrooms
Parking
Hiking
Biking
Boat launch
Location
Common questions
Can you grill at Silver Lake State Park?
Yes — charcoal grilling is allowed at Silver Lake State Park; propane is not confirmed. Recreation Passport required for entry; none for personal grills (designated areas). Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
Recreation Passport required for entry; none for personal grills (designated areas).
Can you swim at Silver Lake State Park?
A buoyed swim area is in the day-use area on Silver Lake.
Are dogs allowed?
Pets are allowed along the entire length of the Lake Michigan shoreline (3 miles) and the park's inland lake, Silver Lake, in all areas other than the designated swim beach. Pets must always be on a 6-foot leash and under an owner's immediate control.
