Policies

At Silver Lake Resort & Campground, we want every guest to enjoy a relaxing and memorable stay. To help make this possible, we have set a few important policies focused on safety, comfort, and respect for all campers and for the beautiful natural surroundings we share.

As with any Michigan camping experience, showing respect for your neighbors, your site, and the environment is essential.

These guidelines are in place to ensure the campground operates smoothly and that every guest can enjoy their time with us.

Arrival must be by 11pm The entrance gate closes at this time

Check-in begins at 3pm No set-ups allowed after 11pm

Check-out by 12pm Full rate is charged after 12pm

SITE OCCUPANCY & VEHICLE LIMIT

Site occupancy is one camping unit and two/three vehicles. The site rate covers two adults and their children 18 and under. Additional adults, children, and/or camping units are an additional charge.

QUIET HOURS

11pm – 8am. Please be considerate of your neighbors at all times, day and night. NO radios, loud media devices, loud talking or camp set-up after 11pm. All children under 18 must return to their campsite by dusk. For safety reasons, the playground area and hammock area are closed at dark.

PERMITTED VEHICLES

At no time will guests be allowed to joy ride or start an ORV such as a quad, 3-wheeler, dirt bike, etc. in the park. Revving engines will not be tolerated. Tune them at the dunes please! Only street legal vehicles are allowed in park. Golf Carts and Scooters must be registered at the office and must be accompanied with a proof of insurance. RC Cars may be driven in the back of the park (see map). Please do not operate RC cars on roadways or in areas of play. All motorized vehicles & golf carts are to be driven by licensed drivers only.

5-MPH SPEED LIMIT

This speed limit is to be observed at all times throughout the park.

CABINS

Pets and smoking are not allowed for any reason. Guests found with pets in the cabin will be assessed a $150 per day fee. Please do not remove mattresses from the beds.

VISITORS

All visitors must register at the office upon arrival, pay a visitor’s fee, and park where directed. Visitors must leave the park by 10pm. No newly arriving visitors will be admitted after 9pm.

BIKES

For the safety of riders and pedestrians, there is no bike riding after dark. Bike riding is not allowed on any sidewalks.

PETS/DOG PARK

Any pets must be registered to the site. Dogs must be vaccinated, in good health and not aggressive. Vaccination papers are readily available if requested, and proper paperwork must be provided for service animals. Dogs will be leashed and not left unattended at any time; all posted rules will be followed. Guest voluntarily assumes all risks associated with use of dog park; handlers must be at least 14 years of age. Children under 10 years of age not allowed in off-leash area of dog park. You must clean up all messes. Pets are not allowed in the bathhouse, store, or playground. Pets must not disturb other campers with barking or aggressive behavior. Pets are not allowed in/around cabin rentals.

CAMPFIRES

All campfires should be in fire rings only and never be left unattended. Do not cut firewood on site or put garbage in your campfire. Moving or digging up fire rings will result in a $25 fine. Please be mindful of children around fire, and always put your fire out when retiring for the night.

FIREWORKS, FIREARMS, CHINESE LANTERNS, & DRONES are prohibited in the resort at all times.

GARBAGE DISPOSAL

Dumpsters are located as you exit the park. Please dispose of all garbage in the correct receptacles.

SITE MAINTENANCE

Do not dig trenches or holes or play games which may damage the campsite. Campsites must be kept clean during the length of your stay. Please respect our property and leave the campsite as it was found. Large inflatable such as bounce houses, play structures, and hot tubs are not permitted.

PROPERTY DAMAGE

Any damage to our resort will be charged to the registered responsible party, and you may be evicted from the resort. Parents or guardians will be held responsible and financially liable for actions of their children, wards, visitors, and themselves.

ALCOHOL/SMOKING

Alcohol is allowed at your own site in moderation and in unmarked containers. At no time will alcohol, smoking and/or vaping be allowed in the bathhouse, camp store, or swimming pool. This is private property and cannibas use is not legal on our grounds.

PROFANITY

Profanity of any kind will not be tolerated. This is a family campground, and we ask that you respect other guests.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellations received 14 or more days prior to arrival will be fully refunded less a $25 fee per reservation made. Cancellations within 14 of scheduled stay will result in NO refund. There are no refunds for early departures.

EVICTION

If security or management has to come to your site for any disruptive behavior, you will be asked to leave in a quiet and orderly fashion. If you do not, the authorities will be called. We value your patronage, but we will not tolerate guests who disrespect their neighbors or our property.

SWIMMING POOL

Pool hours are 10am to 10pm or dusk. No lifeguards are on duty, so SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK. No running, jumping, or rough play. Small inflatables are allowed. Swimmers need to shower prior to entering the pool area and have proper swimming attire. Children under the age of 14 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. Children who are not yet toilet trained must wear swimming diapers. No glass, alcohol, or smoking is allowed in the pool area.

POND

For liability reasons and your safety, please do not swim in the pond.

OTHER

We CANNOT guarantee any specific site at any time unless the site guarantee fee is paid.
You MUST BE 21 TO RESERVE A CAMPSITE. Groups of adults who are not accompanied by a parent must ALL be at least 21 to lodge.
We do not accept checks at the time of check-in.