MEARS ATV/UTV FIELD GUIDE
Two-Seat Polaris UTVs from Mears: Shoreline Drives and Silver Lake Dune Runs
Rent a street-legal Polaris UTV from Silverlake Adventures for 4-hour to 2-day outings (ages 21+, two people per vehicle); this guide explains what’s included, costs, and how to plan.
Two-Seat Polaris UTVs from Mears: Shoreline Drives and Silver Lake Dune Runs.
The 2-Seater Explorer Package from Silverlake Adventures outfits two riders in a street-legal Polaris UTV for self-driven excursions around West Michigan — whether you choose a shoreline drive along Lake Michigan or the raw sandbox of Silver Lake. It’s built as a short, high-impact rental option that puts a modern off-road machine and basic protective gear in your hands and sends you out to explore local terrain.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
New, street-legal Polaris UTVs
Rent a top-of-the-line Polaris UTV configured for two riders — a street-legal machine intended for paired exploration of nearby shoreline and dune areas.
Choose shoreline views or dune runs
Packages are designed around two signature options: scenic shoreline driving along Lake Michigan or riding the terrain and dunes of Silver Lake, letting riders tailor the outing to views or thrills.
Protective gear and a ready-to-go unit
Each rental comes equipped with helmets and goggles and is delivered with a full tank of gas; operators advise refueling before returning the unit.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
This is a compact, high-adrenaline rental: pick up a two-seat, street-legal Polaris, verify the basics with staff, then spend a half-day to two days driving coastal roads or dune tracks with a partner, returning the unit for inspection at the end of your booking.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits best — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are offered as 4-hour, 6-hour, 1-day, and 2-day options with corresponding rates of $875, $1,100, $1,650, and $2,500.
Basic protective gear (helmets and goggles) is provided with each unit; plan to bring appropriate clothing and to refill the tank before returning the UTV.
A $1,500 damage deposit is taken as a credit-card hold at pickup and is released after inspection if no repairs are required; renters are responsible for the cost of any damage assessed.
Pick up and drop-off are handled through Silverlake Adventures; staff complete a vehicle inspection and orientation at the start of the rental.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What are the available rental durations and rates?
Rentals are available for 4 hours ($875), 6 hours ($1,100), 1 day ($1,650), or 2 days ($2,500).
How many people can ride in each UTV?
Each UTV is set up for two people per vehicle.
What is the minimum age to rent a UTV?
Renters must be 21 years of age or older.
What equipment comes with the rental?
Units come equipped with helmets, goggles, and a full tank of gas; renters are asked to refill before returning the unit.
Is there a damage deposit?
Yes. A $1,500 damage deposit is placed as a credit-card hold at pickup and is released after a post-rental inspection if no repairs are needed; renters are responsible for repair costs if damage occurs.
Where do I pick up the UTV?
Pick-up and check-in are handled by Silverlake Adventures at their location.