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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.
84°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 84. Southwest wind 3 to 9 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear. Low around 73, with temperatures rising to around 75 overnight. Southwest wind 5 to 8 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 65°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
77 /100
great
70 Swim
82 Sunbathe
87 Walk
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Clear
Wind
3 to 9 mph
SW
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 12 PM–04 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
65°F
Refreshing
Water Quality
Clean
7 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:15 AM
Sunset
9:27 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Sunny
11%
76
88°
Sunny
0%
76
87°
Sunny
0%
73
82°
Mostly Sunny
4%
78
82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
29%
34
81°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
33
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 65°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
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Silver Lake State Park today?
Silver Lake State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
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