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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 a beach walk.
56°F water · 75°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny. High near 75, with temperatures falling to around 70 in the afternoon. South southwest wind around 9 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy. Low around 60, with temperatures rising to around 62 overnight. South wind 6 to 9 mph.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 56°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
67 /100
good
50 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Clear
Wind
9 mph
SSW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–04 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
56°F
Cold
Water Quality
Clean
7 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:06 AM
Sunset
9:22 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Mostly Sunny
0%
71
75°
Showers And Thunderstorms
87%
11
74°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
57%
22
77°
Mostly Sunny
3%
71
83°
Mostly Sunny
4%
71
84°
Mostly Sunny
12%
71
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 56°F — dangerously cold
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
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS