Silver Lake State Park

Silver Lake State Park stretches along Lake Michigan and combines sand dunes, forests, and white sand beaches across a large area. The park divides its dune zones into different sections to accommodate various visitor activities.

The park was established in 1920 to protect the sand dunes and lake shoreline for public use. This founding preserved the natural landscape for recreation and continues to shape its purpose today.

The park draws Michigan residents who have been coming here for generations to climb dunes, swim, and spend time outdoors by the water. These activities shape how people use and experience the place today.

The park offers different zones with various rules and activities, ranging from walking trails to areas for vehicles. Visitors should plan time for each zone depending on their interests.

The park contains one of the largest contiguous dune systems in the eastern region and allows the unusual combination of nature conservation with vehicle recreation. This makes it a special place where both forms of outdoor use coexist.

Location: Michigan

Inception: 1920

Website: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/ParksandTrails/Details.aspx?id=493&type=SPRK

GPS coordinates: 43.67860,-86.51110

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:25