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Charles Mears State Park
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Silver Lake State Park
9679 W. State Park Road
Mears, Michigan 49436
Phone: 231-873-3083
Reservations: 800-447-2757
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| State Park Overview: |
| Silver Lake State Park is a 3000-acre park in Oceana County and borders on Lake Michigan. This area is unique in that it includes 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. |
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| Camping: |
| Silver Lake-Modern(800) 447-2757 200 site(s)Electrical Service, Modern Restrooms |
| Trails: |
| Silver Lake-ORV TrailTrail Length: 0.00 (Miles)Off-Road Vehicle Trails/Routes |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Fishing
Silver Lake is an excellent lake for boaters and anglers. Panfish, walleye, northern pike, crappie and bass are the common species that are caught in the lake. The lake is a good place for pleasure boating and watersports as well. Ice fishing on Silver Lake is a very popular winter activity. Walleye, northern pike and crappie are all commonly caught in the winter.
Hunting
Hunting in the 1,000 acres of mature hardwoods and in an additional 1,000 acres of dunes is allowed during regular seasons. Common game includes squirrel, grouse, rabbit, and whitetailed deer. |
| History of the Area: |
| In 1919, Carrie E. Mears donated 25 acres of land for park purposes. The park's 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 park's 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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| Business Meetings | |  | Baymont Inn Suites - Dowagiac, MI
The Baymont Inn and Suites of is pleased to provide our guests with exceptional service and quality amenities at an affordable price. With several fine dining restaurants nearby, you won't go hungry! We are minutes away from Historic Downtown Dowagiac, Sister Lakes, and several premier golf courses.
Web Site: http://www.baymontinns.com/hotel/13520 |
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| | Hotels/Motels | | | Baymont Inn Suites - Dowagiac, MI
The Baymont Inn and Suites of is pleased to provide our guests with exceptional service and quality amenities at an affordable price. With several fine dining restaurants nearby, you won't go hungry! We are minutes away from Historic Downtown Dowagiac, Sister Lakes, and several premier golf courses.
Web Site: http://www.baymontinns.com/hotel/13520 |
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| Silver Lake State Park Information - Silver Lake State Park changes noise level restrictions in 2002. |
| Area Attractions: |
| Mac Wood's Dune Rides, miniature golf, boat and bicycle rentals, canoeing, golfing, area shopping and sight-seeing are all popular activities in the Silver Lake vicinity.
The Little Sable Point Lighthouse is a short drive from the campground.
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 Silver 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 Wood's 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. |
| Area Campgrounds | | Cottonwood Creek RV Resort
1573 North Wilson Road
Mears, MI
231-873-5451
| Sandy Shores Campground & Resort
8595 West Silver Lake Road
Mears, MI
231-873-3003
| Silver Creek R.V. Resort Inc
1441 N 34th Avenue
Mears, MI
| Silver Lake Resort and Campground
1786 North 34th Avenue
Mears, MI
231-873-7199
| Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park
RR 1 Box 382
Mears, MI
231-873-4502
| Holiday Camping Resort
5483 West Stony Lake Road
New Era, MI
231-861-5220
| Stony Haven Campground
8079 West Stony Lake Road
New Era, MI
| River Farm Campground
5480 N Wayne Road
Pentwater, MI
231-869-8127
| Whispering Surf
7070 South Lakeshore Drive
Pentwater, MI
231-869-5050
| Lucky Lake Campground & Outdoor Center
Winston Rd.
Rothbury, MI
231-893-9608
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