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    Drive a Sand Dune Buggy Rental in Mears

    Drive a 4WD dune buggy with a 20-minute guided intro, then explore on your own

    4.9 stars• 1.9K reviews
    From$434/ vehicleincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 4 people

    Includes

    Helmets, 20-min guided tour

    Highlights

    Drive yourself in the Silver Lake Sand Dunes Off-Road Vehicle Park with a short guided instructional tour, then ride on your own for the rest of your rental.
    • Follow a 20-minute guided instructional tour while you drive behind a Dune Guide
    • Explore the ORV Park on your own for about 2 hours after the intro tour
    • Choose a 2-seat or 4-seat 4WD vehicle based on your group
    • Meet Dune Guides in the park if you need assistance
    • Bring required eye protection such as sunglasses, goggles, or safety glasses

    What's Included

    • 20-minute guided instructional tour
    • Helmet loan (youth and adult)

    Things to know

    Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled rental time. A damage deposit hold is required per vehicle; confirm the amount with Greetwell before booking. Everyone must complete a liability waiver; minors must be signed for by a parent or guardian.

    Cancellation Policy

    All reservations are final. No-call/no-show is not eligible for a refund. If it is raining at check-in and you decide not to ride, you may reschedule or receive a 90% refund (10% retained). Full refund if the operator closes due to unsafe weather.

    FAQs

    Bring a valid driver’s license for the person who made the reservation and anyone who plans to drive, the same payment card used for the reservation, and required eye protection (sunglasses, glasses, goggles, or safety glasses). Bring your own child safety seat or booster seat if your child needs one under Michigan law.

    Yes. You can borrow youth or adult helmets during your rental. You may be charged if helmets are not returned or are damaged.

    To rent, you must be at least 18 with valid identification. To drive 2-seat vehicles (Dune Rover and Rover Max), you must be at least 16 with a valid driver’s license (no permits); drivers under 18 need a parent or guardian to sign. To drive 4-seat vehicles (Teryx and KRX), you must be at least 21 with a valid driver’s license. To ride, children must be at least 2 years old and in a forward-facing car seat (no rear-facing).

    Meeting details

    8288 W Hazel Rd, Mears MI 49436

    Experience provided by Silver Lake Buggy Rentals
    Experience provided by Silver Lake Buggy Rentals

    How can we help?

    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Dune Rover

    $434.60

    Priced per vehicle: MAX= 2 People - 16 with Valid Driver's License to drive - 4WD, Reverse, & NO Power Steering

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    KRX(2)

    $477

    Priced per vehicle: MAX= 2 People - 16 with Valid Driver's License to drive - 4WD, Reverse, Power Steering, and Cupholders

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    KRX(4)

    $551.20

    Priced per vehicle: MAX= 4 People - 21 with a Valid Driver's License - 4WD, Reverse, & Power Steering

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    1.9K reviews•Google Maps

    The team here absolutely nails the fundamentals that matter most for first-timers tackling the dunes. Staff members like Taylor, Larry, Mark, and Jim get consistent praise for being genuinely friendly and taking extra time on safety briefings and orientation tours. People really appreciate how thorough they are about explaining the rules and terrain before sending you off, which helps nervous newcomers feel confident enough to actually enjoy themselves. The buggies themselves run reliably, though one reviewer noted their KRX struggled with some of the steeper hills despite the premium rental price. Still, that's a minor quibble in an otherwise glowing collection of feedback. Multiple families mention returning year after year, and several call out how responsive the staff was when small issues came up. The guided orientation tour seems particularly valuable for getting your bearings and understanding which areas you can actually explore. It's clearly a well-run operation where the crew genuinely cares about setting people up for a great dune experience.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    The ladies that helped us were very nice and made sure we felt totally comfortable and prepared for the dunes!

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    Cassie Lorenzen

    September 26, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    The ladies that helped us were very nice and made sure we felt totally comfortable and prepared for the dunes!

    Photo of Cassie Lorenzen

    Cassie Lorenzen

    September 26, 2025

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