June, Friday Moonlight Paddle

This popular event is perfect for a date night, a family outing, or an adventure with friends. All skill levels welcome.
We will be on the Huron River paddling down stream to Milford's Central Park and back.
Please Dress For The Weather.
Headlamps, bug spray, and drinking water recommended. Beware that headlamps might attract the bugs right to your face at night – but glow sticks are a good way to stay visible.
Time posted above is 1/2 hour before the launch time. There could be a long line to get your boat.

When you come from the west on I-96, maps may tell you to exit at Milford Rd and you’ll end up on some very rough dirt roads. Heavner
highly recommend exiting at Wixom Rd, #159 and let GPS catch up.
Heavner's is located in Proud Lake State Recreation Area and a State Recreation Passport is required. The passport is available for purchase.

What to expect:
At the scheduled launch time, you will paddle 45-60 minutes downstream with the river’s current into the setting sun and land at Milford’s Central Park. You’re allowed up to 2 hours to walk into town and visit the local dining of your choice. There are lots of options including Ice Cream, Drinks, Burgers, or Fine Dining. Be back on the water by the scheduled return time, and enjoy an approximate 1 hour paddle back upstream against the gentle current under the moonlight. Once you’re back at our launch, we’ll have a bonfire going where you can warm up, talk with friends, or have a S’more. The whole experience is usually about 4 hours, but it depends on how fast you paddle and eat.

2026 Dates - Launch Time, Sunset, Moonrise, Leave from park by.
Friday, June 26 - 7:30 pm, 9:13 pm, 6:51 pm, 10:15 pm
Saturday, June 27 - 7:30 pm, 9:13 pm, 7:51 pm, 10:15 pm
Friday, August 21 - 7:30 pm, 8:23 pm, 4:32 pm, 10:15 pm
Saturday, August 22- 7:30 pm, 8:22 pm, 5:24 pm, 10:15 pm
Friday, August 28 - 7:30 pm, 8:12 pm, 8:24 pm, 10:15 pm

Price:
Canoe $75 (Seats 2 People)
Tandem Kayak $75 (Seats 2 People)
Single Kayak $50
Personal Boat $25

During normal business hours Heavner is a free public launch. As this is an after-hours private event with additional staffing requirements, we do charge a fee for all personal boats. Dinner is not included in the cost.
Bonfire after the paddle for socializing.

Pre-registration is recommended – walk-ins are subject to availability. Visit https://heavnercanoe.com/moonlight to complete the registration form or call (248) 685-2379. Especially if you want a kayak. Those who pre-registered will receive their boat first.
Fine Print:
Space is limited. Any remaining boats and tandem kayaks are available on a first come, first serve basis at the time of the event.

In the case of severe weather (i.e. high winds, thunderstorm or tornado watch or warning, sustained periods of heavy rain), Heavner will cancel the event. You will receive an email and/or phone call and/or text to inform you of the cancellation at least two hours before the scheduled event. You may choose to receive a full refund, transfer your reservation to any future event, or receive a credit in the full amount of your payment for future use on any rental. These funds never expire.
If your plans change and you are unable to come, please contact Heavner 24 hours in advance for a full refund or reschedule. Same day cancellations can receive a 50% refund, reschedule for any future date, or receive credit in the full amount of your payment for future use on any rental. These funds never expire.

If the weather looks bad and you haven't heard anything then call Heavner's before you leave your home to see if it's been canceled.