Boat Launches

Set sail on your next outdoor adventure in southeast Michigan’s Brighton Howell Area. Throughout the area, you will find a variety of public boat launches that are easy to find and give you access to scenic lakes and waterways.

Drop your boat, kayak, canoe, or paddleboard in one of the many lakes in the Brighton Howell Area to have the perfect day on the water.

If you’re looking for a water adventure without lugging your boat here, don’t worry. The Brighton Howell Area offers plenty of spots to rent the boat of your choice.

Kent Lake

Kent Lake is located inside both Kensington Metropark and Island Lake Recreation Area. To access the East boat launch point coming off Exit 153, enter Kensington Metropark, and the boat launch will be the first road on your left. To get to the West boat launch, get off at Exit 151 and it will be on the right. It’s a beautiful area to explore on the lake. A recreation pass is needed.

The boat launch is located on the Southeastern side of the park.

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Huron River Water Trail

The Huron River Water Trail has 104 miles of water for you to explore. There are three different launch points in the Brighton Howell Area where you can access it, including Huron Meadows Metropark, Island Lake Recreation Area, and Kensington Metropark. All of these parks require a recreation pass to enter.

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Scofield Park

Just outside of the historical downtown Howell lies Scofield Park on Thompson Lake. The boat launch is located off Roosevelt Street, just before the cemetery. There’s a small parking lot, but there is overflow parking across the street. Grab lunch or dinner from a downtown restaurant and enjoy it on the boat. You will need a recreation pass to enter.

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Pinckney Recreation Area

On Half Moon Lake there is a boat launch with 27 parking spaces. When you enter Pinckney Recreation Area the boat launch is going to be on your right. To enter you will need a recreation pass.

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Lake Chemung

On Lake Chemung, there is a boat launch located on Oak Haven Drive with 27 parking spots available. There are also restrooms at the boat launch. Bring the tub, fishing poles, life vests, and sunscreen for a day of fun.

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NauTikiMi Charters

NauTikiMi Charters has tiki boats that cost $350 per tour. Relax as a captain guides you, your friends, and your family around the lake. Bring your own snacks and drinks, connect to the Bluetooth speaker, and explore the chain of lakes.

Maple Beach Boat Rental

In Kensington Metropark, you can rent boats to explore Kent Lake. You have a choice of rowboat or paddleboat to choose from. Paddleboats cost $15 per hour, and rowboats cost $8 per hour. Head to Maple Beach to rent a boat.

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Wonderland Marine West

Wonderland Marine West rents pontoon boats on the chain of lakes. There is plenty to explore, with over 1,400 acres of water. Wonderland Marine West is located in Pinckney on Mcgregor Road.

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Mac's Marina

Mac’s Marina allows you to Whitmore Lake in style. If you haven’t driven a boat before, they will take you out for a lap on the water to show you how. Bond with the family by having a boating day on Whitmore Lake.

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