Follow a guide and drive Silver Lake Sand Dunes at sunset over Lake Michigan.
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1.5–2 hrs
Helmets, Fuel, Tour guide
Follow a trained guide across Silver Lake Sand Dunes as you drive at a relaxed pace and pause to watch the sunset over Lake Michigan. Arrive one hour before the start for safety briefing and transport to the ORV Park.
Drivers must be 21+ with a valid driver’s license for this sunset tour. Eye protection is required for all guests to enter the ORV park; helmets are provided but not required. Children must be at least 2 years old and in a forward-facing car seat; this activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with back or neck issues. A refundable damage deposit hold is required per vehicle.
No refunds after booking; rescheduling is available. Tours operate in rain. Refunds are only provided when lightning is present on the dunes or weather is deemed unsafe.
8288 W Hazel Rd, Mears MI 49436
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.
The ladies that helped us were very nice and made sure we felt totally comfortable and prepared for the dunes!
Cassie Lorenzen
September 26, 2025
The ladies that helped us were very nice and made sure we felt totally comfortable and prepared for the dunes!
Cassie Lorenzen
September 26, 2025