June 29, 2023
There is no shortage of ways to stay cool and have fun in the waters of the Brighton Howell Area. Grab the kids to hit the splash pads, waterslides, and lakes this summer to escape the hot weather. The whole family will surely enjoy these Brighton Howell Area water activities for kids!
Splash ‘n’ Blast at Kensington Metropark
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The splash pad at Kensington Metropark is the perfect place to cool down on a hot summer day. Ride down two, 240-foot water slides or explore the spray ground while getting misted by palm trees, serpents, and water-spraying cannons. This is a fun way to keep the children entertained while escaping the summer heat. Splash βnβ Blast, being located on Martindale Beach, allows the adults to unwind on the beach.
Kayak Hell Creek
π: Hell
Jump into some fun in Hell – Michigan, of course! The kids will love to hit the water to cruise through Hell Creek, which runs directly through the unique town. You don’t have to pack your own, rent a kayak or canoe from Hell Kayak & Canoe rental!
Day Camp at the Howell Nature Center
π: Howell

The Howell Nature Center offers summer camps for different age groups. While meeting other kids their age, they can engage in a variety of fun camp activities. During day camp, kits can dip in the designated swim area, see who can catch the biggest fish, or go kayaking. The Howell Nature Center summer camps are a great way to explore nature while having fun.
Beaches
The classic summertime activity – hitting the beach on a hot day. Cool off this summer with the kids by visiting one of the many beaches in the Brighton Howell Area. Most of these beaches offer a playground, picnic pavilions, and volleyball courts for when you get tired of splashing in the water.
These aquatic activities in the Brighton Howell Area will entertain the kids all summer. Be sure to wear sunscreen and tag us at @explorbrightonhowellarea or use #ExploreBHA. Donβt forget to grab a visitors guide or sign up for our newsletter.
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