The Huron River Water Trail is located in Oakland, Livingston, Washtenaw and Wayne counties.
The Huron River Water Trail is a 104-mile inland paddling trail connecting people to the river’s natural environment, its history and the communities it touches in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. From the rapids at Delhi and Dexter to the placid flat water at the entrance to Lake Erie, a variety of paddling experiences await you. For kayaking, canoeing, fishing on a fly and other freshwater pursuits, follow the Huron River Water Trail to learn what others already know—the Huron River is a Michigan treasure worth exploring.
Please note, the difficulty of water trails can change depending on water flow and depth. Prior to getting on the river, all paddlers should check the stream flow data from the United States Geological Survey, which has gauges set at different locations along the river. Data is typically recorded at 15- to 60-minute intervals and transmitted every one to four hours. To learn more about gauges and current data, visit the USGS site.
High, fast water is to be avoided. If the gauges show a high-flow spike in water levels, paddlers should stay off the water. During high water, there is also the risk of bacterial contamination from sewage overflows that could affect several stretches of the river.
