Rules & Regulations

The woodlands and lakes are a wild space. All use of the trails, forest and lake are at the user's risk.

1. Guest policy: All access and use of our private property — woodlands and waterways alike — is restricted to dues-paying SLCA members and one (1) accompanied guest.
2. Hours of use: Access to the property is prohibited during dark — 15 minutes after sunset to 15 minutes before sunrise.
3. Respect the wildlife. Do not approach nor feed any fauna that calls the woodlands home.
4. Protect the wildlife: Do not release or remove any fauna from the woodlands or lake.
5. No Weapons: Absolutely no weapons — concealed or exposed — are permitted on our private property.
6. No littering: Pick up after yourself by removing any trash, including cans, food, pet droppings, and waste bags.
7. Keep quiet: Silver Lake is protected as a serene nature preserve. Playing radios and other sound equipment loudly is prohibited.
8. No parking: No one may park a vehicle on or within our woodlands.

As a nature preserve, the woodlands and lakes are a wild space. All use of the trails, forest, and lake are at the user's risk.

1. Leave no trace. Nothing may be added or removed from the woodlands, including all flora, fauna, and man-made structures.
2. Stay on trails. Stay on the trails marked on the posted maps.
3. Pet leashing: Keep reactive dogs on their leash so everyone can enjoy their visit peacefully.
4. No motorized vehicles: No one may utilize a gas or electric motor vehicle on the trails, including e-bikes or e-motorbikes.
5. Respect neighbors. SLCA does not grant members access to the private property of homeowners who live adjacent to the woodlands or trails.

Silver Lake is managed to maximize the health of the lakes while providing recreational opportunities for members.

1. Catch & Release: All bass, bream, bluegill, and shell crackers must be immediately released.
2. Permitted Methods: Fishing is allowed only with natural bait on a single unbarbed hook, using monofilament line no greater than 10 lb test.
3. Where You May Fish: Members-only are permitted to fish from the shoreline; fishing from watercraft is limited to rack slot renters.
4. Use of Photos: Posting photos of fish on any social media network is prohibited.
5. Wildlife Protection: Anglers must remove all line, hooks, and bait to prevent harm to birds and other wildlife.

Silver Lake allows access to the waterways to members only.

1. Watercraft: Watercraft must be quiet, passive, safe, and not disturb others; gasoline motors are prohibited.
2. Safety first: Watercraft must meet Coast Guard regulations, including an approved personal flotation device for each occupant.
3. Swimming: While the water quality is periodically monitored for safety, the lake is filled with debris; swim at your own risk.

No docks are permitted on our private property without a permit. Permission must be obtained from Silver Lake Civic Association before constructing any new dock, and before modifying the size or design of an existing dock.

The construction & maintenance guidelines and permit request form can be found here.