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Things to Do in Silver Lake

Whether it’s golf, dune tours or kayaking, Silver Lake/Mears has you covered on all fronts. The Silver Lake Sand Dunes and the outlying area boast many options for recreation. Below are some featured selections.

Golden Sands is a 9-hole golf adventure, open year-round, with four sets of tees and a driving range. Ask about lessons and our summer youth golf camp! Enjoy live music during the summer. The course and restaurant are family and pet friendly with plenty of outdoor seating! Book your tee-time or order your meal online.

Craig’s Cruisers, 8343 W. Hazel Rd., Silver Lake, MI, 49436, (231) 873-2511

Duneland Off Road Center, 1951 N. 24th Ave., Mears, MI, 49436, (231) 873-4047

Silverback Off Road ORV Rental, 1920 N. 24th Ave., Mears, MI, 49436, (231) 923-2455

Silver Lake Buggy Rentals, 8288 W. Hazel Rd., Silver Lake, MI, 49436, (231) 873-8833

SunBuggy Silver Lake ORV Rentals, 1931 N. 24th Ave., Mears, MI, 49436, (517) 271-8585

The Sand Box, 8437 W. Silver Lake Rd., Silver Lake, MI, 49436, (231) 873-4828

Wave Club Water Sports Boat Rentals, 1220 N. Shore Dr., Mears, MI, 49436, (231) 873-3700

Wild Bill’s ATV Rentals, 8110 W. Hazel Rd., Silver Lake, MI 49436, (231) 873-8400

More Things to Do Near Silver Lake

Colonial Golf Course

Beautiful 27 hole, 6900 yard par 72 Colonial, and 9 hole 1600 yard par 30 Heritage. Huge driving range, food and refreshments at Sully's at Colonial. Seniors over 60 enjoy discounted rates Monday-Friday. Colonial has something for everyone! A challenging course for the expert or beginner, come and experience this great place to play!

Oceana Golf Club

Come play “The Original!” Established in 1962 as the first 18-hole public golf course in the county, Oceana’s scenic views, remarkable service, and uncommon value keep players coming back year after year. With smooth, rolling hills and exceptionally fast greens, this golf course will challenge players of all levels with their short game.

Benona Shores Golf Course

Located just off the coast of Lake Michigan, Benona Shores is an executive golf course nestled among a vibrant landscape of pristine rolling hills and gentle lake breezes. Referred to as a “Hidden Gem,” this immaculate par-60 golf course consists of challenging, undulating terrain with smooth, fast greens. The average round of play is just under 3 hours.

Bamboozled Escape Rooms, 3243 W. Lever Rd., Hart, MI, 49420, (231) 742-1288

Betts Guide Service, 9145 Mason Dr. , Newaygo, MI, 49337, (231) 519-7348

Happy Mohawk Canoe Livery, 401 E. Fruitvale Rd., Montague, MI, 49437, (231) 894-4209

Hart Long Rifles, Corner of North Oceana Dr. and West Jefferson Rd., Pentwater, MI, 49449, (231) 873-2391

Stony Lake Stables, 4345 S. 44th Ave., New Era, MI, 49446, (231) 861-4445

For more information about things to do in Silver Lake, please contact the tourism bureau:

Silver Lake Sand Dunes – Hart Visitors Bureau  

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