moderate
2–3 hours
Participants should be comfortable sitting and walking short distances; basic mobility for maneuvering the buggy is sufficient.
Drive through towering sand dunes and enjoy the spectacular sunset over Lake Michigan on this guided buggy tour. Perfect for families and nature lovers, this adventure combines excitement with stunning photo opportunities.
Priced per Vehicle -- You drive on the dunes during a sunset over Lake Michigan!
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Silver Lake Sand Dunes on a guided sunset tour. Drive through scenic trails, explore popular spots, and capture stunning photos before settling down to watch the sun dip below Lake Michigan. This family-friendly adventure promises unforgettable memories and a unique perspective of nature's splendor.
1 Hour This is a guaranteed 1 hour of dune time but please plan for this excursion to be 1.5 - 2 hours.
Join us on a fully guided, slow paced, and family friendly sunset tour of the Silver Lake Sand Dunes.
You will join our trained Dune Guide on a tour of the Silver Lake Sand Dunes ORV Park. You will drive around the park following the dune guide then park your vehicles to enjoy the Sunset over Lake Michigan.
This is a guaranteed hour of Dune time but we will most likely stick around a little longer. Please plan for an added 30 to 60 minutes after your tours end time. We ask that everyone arrive at the designated arrival time ONE HOUR BEFORE START TIME to ensure we have adequate time on the dunes. Arriving late could result in cancellation due to holding up the rest of the group.
Vehicle Teryx:
Eye Protection is required to get into the state park. This includes glasses, sunglasses, goggles, safety glasses, etc. We sell these items in store and you are welcome to bring your own. Valid Driver’s License: Persons 21 and older are permitted to drive the 4 seat Teryx. Persons who meet this age requirement and would like to drive, please bring your Valid Driver’s Jacket or Sweatshirt Even if it is a hot day we recommend coming prepared with a jacket tor sweatshirt because it can get chillier by the lake and when the sun goes down.
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before sunset for time to explore and set up for photos.
Sturdy shoes will protect your feet from hot sand and provide better grip while driving.
Evenings by the lake can get chilly as the sun sets—layer up to stay comfortable.
The lighting changes quickly during sunset, so have your camera or smartphone accessible for the best shots.
The Silver Lake Sand Dunes have long been a recreational hotspot and a unique geological formation formed over thousands of years with wind and water shaping the soaring dunes.
Efforts are ongoing to protect the fragile dune ecosystem, including regulations on buggy routes and limits on vehicle access to reduce erosion.
Protects feet from hot sand and provides good traction during buggy rides.
summer specific
Keeps you warm as temperatures drop after sunset near Lake Michigan.
fall specific
Reduces glare while driving through bright dunes and enhances comfort.
summer specific
For capturing stunning sunset views and scenic landscapes.