Huron River in Island Lake State Recreation Area

Enjoy a beautiful fall day on a National Water Trail. This is my favorite stretch of the Huron River.

We will paddle from the Kent Lake dam down to Placeway, all within the park. I would plan on three hours for the full trip, and a 1.5 hour option exiting at Riverbend will be available. If we get lucky and have very warm weather for October, the longer option may be extended to McCabe Road or Huron Meadows.

Be ready (boat off car and everything you need in the boat) at the meeting spot at 10AM. We will shuttle cars and then start paddling when we return.

Bikers are welcome to bring their bikes to make it a paddle-pedal. Please stage your bikes before the paddle at the take-out. Island Lake is a very popular biking destination.

As with all events, you are the only one responsible for your safety. Paddle at your own risk. No boats are provided. Enjoy alcohol if desired after the paddle, not on the water. Don't wear cotton. If it is cool, bring a change of clothes in a dry bag or large ziploc.

A recreation passport is required for state park entry.

Use the map pin to find us.

1. PFD Required to be worn properly at all times
2. It's a good idea to bring dry clothes in a dry bag and some in your car.
3. Please be aware that we enjoy our alcoholic beverages off-river only due to safety and other concerns. Please respect the event host (It's awkward approaching someone mid-trip) and the clubs position on this matter. We’ll enjoy one with you after the trip.
4. We leave on time to make sure that those who have to drop out with out contacting us can do so. We also can't wait for those who will be running late to keep the paddle in order. Please be on time or early.
5. We leave together after the safety talk and picture. Please remain on land until the host has completed their duties in this regard.
6. Our sport is inherently dangerous. By signing up for this event you assume full responsibility for your and your quests safety, equipment and well being. The event includes but is not limited to loading, unloading, transport of equipment and shuttle participation. Failure to sign up for this event precludes participation in this group's events.