70°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
4%
60
Oceana County, MI · Great Lakes
Silver Lake State Park
9679 W State Park Rd, Mears, MI 49436
A nearly 3,000-acre park with 3 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and nearly 2,000 acres of open sand dunes — the only dunes east of Utah where street-legal ORVs can ride. The Little Sable Point Lighthouse (1874) anchors the southern park.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for Today
Patchy fog between 11am and noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 70. West northwest wind 7 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. North wind 6 to 12 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
Water
- 62°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
58 /100
good
49 Swim
57 Sunbathe
73 Walk
96 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Fog
Wind
7 to 12 mph
WNW
Rain
4%
Today
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
62°F
Cold
Water Quality
Clean
7 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:05 AM
Sunset
9:31 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Partly Sunny
0%
75
80°
Sunny
2%
75
87°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
71
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
29%
28
84°
Mostly Sunny
13%
75
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
33%
37
What to Bring Today
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 62°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use lot at Silver Lake beach house; MI Recreation Passport required.
Dogs
Pets allowed leashed (6 ft) along the entire 3 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and at Silver Lake — except the designated swim beach.
Entry Fee
MI Recreation Passport: $17 resident / $34 non-resident annual.
Address
9679 W State Park Rd, Mears, MI 49436
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Silver Lake State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Silver Lake State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Silver Lake State Park dog-friendly?
Pets allowed leashed (6 ft) along the entire 3 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and at Silver Lake — except the designated swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Silver Lake State Park?
MI Recreation Passport: $17 resident / $34 non-resident annual.
Are there lifeguards at Silver Lake State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Silver Lake State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Silver Lake State Park?
Amenities at Silver Lake State Park include restrooms, showers, concession, campground, lighthouse, ORV area (separate), picnic area, dune access.
When is the water warmest at Silver Lake State Park?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is Silver Lake State Park located?
Silver Lake State Park is in Oceana County, MI, at 9679 W State Park Rd, Mears, MI 49436.
Nearby Beaches
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