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Silver Lake State ParkSilver Lake State Park
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Its all about our resources and recreational opportunities
Its all about our resources and recreational opportunities
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This is the place to take the time to build a castle
This is the place to take the time to build a castle
Sand consists mostly of quartz (90%) and small amounts of feldspar and magnetite.
Wind must blow at least 12 km per hour to move fine sand and more than 40 km per hour to move coarse sand.
Dry loose sand can take on a maximum slope of 34 degrees, known as the angle of repose.
Marram grass, or American Beach grass, is a pioneer species serving as a dune builder by trapping wind blown sand.
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FulguriteFulgurite
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Anyone want to climb a dune?Anyone want to climb a dune?
Michigan has over 275,000 acres of sand dune formations which are considered the worlds largest assemblage of freshwater coastal dunes.
Only a small percentage of the earths land forms are sand dunes.
Approximately 40 percent of Michigans sand dunes are in public ownership.
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Sand FormationsSand Formations
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Silver Lake State ParkSilver Lake State Park
Approximately 850,000 visitors come to visit Silver Lake State Park each year.
The park encompasses just over 2,900 acres. Silver Lake State Park contains more than four miles of
Lake Michigan Beach.
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Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) AreaOff-Road Vehicle (ORV) Area
The ORV area began in 1955 with 242 acres.
In 1977 William Lathers land was acquired to make the ORV area the 450 acres which it remains today. It is one of the parks biggest demands.
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Voucher CenterVoucher Center
The voucher center is used during the heavy traffic season.
There have been lines of four or more miles to get a voucher in order to drive in the dunes on a holiday weekend.
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Holiday Voucher LineHoliday Voucher Line
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Off-Road Vehicle EntranceOff-Road Vehicle Entrance
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Off-Road Vehicle AreaOff-Road Vehicle Area
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A Typical WeekendA Typical Weekend
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All types of vehicles go Off-Roading. Some are safe. . .
All types of vehicles go Off-Roading. Some are safe. . .
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and some are not quite so safe.and some are not quite so safe.
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Others need just a little extra work.Others need just a little extra work.
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RentalsRentals
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Visitors are always encouraged to:Visitors are always encouraged to:
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Campground and Day Use AreaCampground and Day Use Area
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CampgroundCampground
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Modern CampgroundModern Campground
Reservations may be made six months in advance for camping.
Reservations are site specific during the high use season.
Visitors enjoy great views of Silver Lake and the dunes from the campground.
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Tent with a ViewTent with a View
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Campground Host SiteCampground Host Site
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Boat LaunchBoat Launch
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Boat Traffic on Silver Lake Boat Traffic on Silver Lake
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Mac Woods Dune RidesMac Woods Dune Rides
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Imagine the ride. . . Imagine the ride. . .
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The ride does end, but you are always welcome to come back! The ride does end, but you are always welcome to come back!
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Little Sable Point LighthouseLittle Sable Point Lighthouse
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Little Sable Point LighthouseLittle Sable Point Lighthouse
Little Sable Point Lighthouse was built in 1874.
The current parking lot holds roughly 100 vehicles and fills up quickly during June, July and August weekends.
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StaffStaff
Our staff grows to approximately 50 members in the summer season.
Opportunities from grounds maintenance, janitorial, office staff and fee collection are some positions which are available.
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It all adds up to a night to remember. . .
It all adds up to a night to remember. . .
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Come see us, we may surprise you!
Come see us, we may surprise you!
Charlotte Kiefer, Park ManagerContact Information:
9679 West State Park RoadMears, MI 49436
231-873-3083 Email: [email protected]
Silver Lake State ParkSlide Number 2Slide Number 3Its all about our resources and recreational opportunitiesThis is the place to take the time to build a castleFulguriteAnyone want to climb a dune?Sand FormationsSilver Lake State ParkOff-Road Vehicle (ORV) AreaVoucher CenterHoliday Voucher LineOff-Road Vehicle EntranceOff-Road Vehicle AreaA Typical WeekendAll types of vehicles go Off-Roading. Some are safe. . .and some are not quite so safe.Others need just a little extra work.RentalsVisitors are always encouraged to:Campground and Day Use AreaCampgroundSlide Number 23Slide Number 24Slide Number 25Modern CampgroundTent with a ViewCampground Host SiteBoat LaunchBoat Traffic on Silver Lake Mac Woods Dune RidesImagine the ride. . . The ride does end, but you are always welcome to come back!Little Sable Point LighthouseLittle Sable Point LighthouseStaffIt all adds up to a night to remember. . . Come see us, we may surprise you!