Our “Paddle Back” trips, named because you will paddle out and paddle back to the launch point, are our most popular and flexible option.  Book the amount of time you want to be on the river, and include any picnic or swimming time as well.

Our section of the Huron River boasts a gentle current of about 2-3 MPH and is easily navigable by all ages and skill levels.  Between the prevailing winds that blow to the west-east, and the river current that flows east-west, they usually balance out for no real affect.  There are, of course, exceptions in the wind patterns, but with the trees that shelter most of the river it is almost guaranteed to be a relaxing experience.  For reference, we have had kids as young as 8-10 be able to handle a kayak by themselves, and routinely have school groups with two 6th graders managing a canoe.

When leaving our dock, located at 2775 Garden Rd, Milford, MI, you have two choices:

1. Upstream First (very easy) – you paddle into the Proud Lake State Park – a natural wilderness experience full of 4000 acres of nature – in one hour you are at the cute footbridge and little dam with a swimming hole.  There are several spots along the way that are perfect for picnics or splashing/swimming.  If you want a little longer of a trip, continue upstream across Proud Lake (which can be more difficult and windy) to the Proud Lake Campground boat launch on the right, or to the North Boat Launch at Bass Lake to the left.  When you’re ready to come back – float downstream with the gentle current. 
2. Downstream (easy)  In one hour you are at Milford Central Park.  Feel free to park your boat and enjoy some ice cream, lunch, or shopping then paddle back upstream to return to the launch.  The furthest you can go is just past Milford Central Park, please do NOT go over the BIG Mill Pond Dam.  We classify this trip as Easy vs Very Easy because at the end of a long afternoon, the return paddle can be a little more tiring than just going with the weak current.