Ludington Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

Just a short few hours from Chicago, Detroit, Traverse City and the Mackinac Bridge. http://www.thinkdunes.com/driving-directions-37/ Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area is a Michigan Beachtown (Nominated by Travel & Leisure as one of America's Best Little Beachtowns) located along Lake Michigan’s sweeping shoreline just a few miles west of US-31 between Muskegon and Pentwater, Michigan. The home of the National Asparagus Festival and annual Apple & BBQ Cook-off Festival. During your visit at Silver Lake Sand Dunes, you will find an endless amount of sand piled into lofty mountains, miles of pristine shoreline beaches, unique attractions and events, great food, excellent accommodations and memory-making family fun…all to explore. The Silver Lake Sand Dunes are the only dunes East of the Mississippi where you are allowed to drive a private motorized vehicle from April 1st through October 31st .

We are the Visitor's Bureau and Information Center, along with the Chamber of Commerce for the Silver Lake, Mears, and Hart Michigan area. Visit our website for information on the local dunes, restaurants, places to stay, and things to do around the Silver Lake, Hart, and Mears areas.

Manistee County, located in Northwest Michigan, is a picturesque destination known for its natural beauty and outdoor adventures. With 25 miles of sandy Lake Michigan shoreline, three Lake Michigan harbors, and 270 miles of rivers, visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, and water activities year-round. The county also boasts charming historic towns, lush orchards, and thousands of acres of Manistee National Forest, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a pure Michigan experience. From exploring the county's extensive trail networks to indulging in the winter flavors at top foodie stops, Manistee County offers a wide range of activities for every type of traveler. Whether you prefer hiking, biking, skiing, or simply taking in the breathtaking natural wonders, Manistee County is the perfect destination for a Northern Michigan getaway.Generated from the website