Canoeing & Kayaking

Park your vehicle and unload your boat to access the scenic Huron River. Designated as the 18th National Water Trail, the Huron River offers an uninterrupted connection to various towns, parks and attractions along its shores. Canoes, kayaks and boats may be unloaded at the Cedar Ridge picnic area and carried down to the river. For a more relaxing boating experience, check out the placid waters of Maltby Lake with access near the golf course. Gasoline-powered motors are not permitted. 

Cross-Country Skiing

Winter closures, conditions and grooming updates will be posted daily by 10 a.m. on weekdays and 8:15 a.m. on weekends/holidays. Click here for winter closures, conditions and grooming updates.

Huron Meadows Metropark is one of just a few parks in Southeast Michigan that offers skate-style and classically groomed cross-country ski trails. Choose from more than 15 miles of trails groomed for tracked, classic skiing over easy to moderate terrain, or more than 11 miles of trails groomed for skate-style skiing on moderate terrain with rolling hills.  

For winters with less snow, skiers can still enjoy the 1.5-mile loop at Bucks Run, which is refreshed using our snow guns. The trail is lit at night and open even if there isn’t much snow! Please be aware that although we make snow for Bucks Run, when the conditions are right, the first .25 mile connector trail from the parking lot to the trail may not always have suitable conditions for skiing due to its sunny location and you may be required to walk to the beginning of Bucks Run loop before skiing.

Dogs are not allowed on ski trails.

Bucks Run Hours
Monday – Friday: Noon – 7:45 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m. – 7:45 p.m.

**Skiers are not allowed on Bucks Run before it’s open hours. Staff will be grooming and maintaining Bucks Run in the mornings, and this would pose a safety concern to skiers during those times.**

Bucks Run Fee
A Bucks Run pass is $5 daily or $125 for the season.   

Ski Center & Rentals

The Ski Center (Golf Starter Building) features classic-style and skate-style ski rentals as well as a heated lounge, restrooms and snacks. Never cross-country skied before? That’s ok! Here are some things to know before you go and some tips to get you started on your own adventure. Click here to watch video.

Hours of Operation

• Winter Hours
  • Mondays – Fridays: Noon – 7 p.m.
  • Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
  • Sundays: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    
•  Spring Hours – Beginning March 1 (weather dependent)
  • 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. daily
    • Grooming efforts may diminish or stop depending on weather.

Last available rental is 90 minutes prior to ski center closing.

The Ski Center (Golf Starter Building) parking area gate will remain closed until Bucks Run opens for the day.

Parking

The Ski Center (Golf Starter Building) parking lot will remain closed until Bucks Run opens each day. Morning skiers can use the Sunset Ridge parking area to access the natural snow cross-country ski trails. Skiers are not allowed on Bucks Run before it’s open hours. Staff will be grooming and maintaining Bucks Run in the mornings, and this would pose a safety concern to skiers during those times. Click here to view park maps.

Rates 

Group rates and rentals available, please call the Ski Center for more information and to reserve (810) 231-4084.

Equipment rentals may be reserved online no more than 5 days in advance. Limited reservations available. No refunds. Please arrive on time for your reservation. Late arrivals may not be accommodated.

Click here to rent ski equipment.

If you’re having difficulty with our online rental process, click here for a quick reference guide on how to rent ski equipment online.

Fishing

Plan your next fishing trip at Huron Meadows Metropark. Anglers commonly catch bluegill, sunfish and smallmouth bass in the peaceful waters of Maltby Lake. You can also shore fish along the Huron River and Maltby Lake. A large, barrier-free fishing pier, accessible by ramp or steps, is located at the Sunset Ridge Picnic Area on Maltby Lake.

Ice Fishing

This fishing doesn’t stop in winter. Make Maltby Lake at Huron Meadows Metropark your ice fishing destination. Ice fishing is allowed when weather conditions permit. 

A valid Michigan Fishing License or Sportsperson’s License is required for all anglers age 17 and up. 

Click here to view the Eat Safe Fish Guides from MDHHS.

Golf

Practice your long game and short game on our scenic and challenging par-72, 6,663-yard course.

Food and beverages are available. Senior rates are available for guests age 55 and older. Junior rates are available for guests age 20 and younger. Tee times can be made up to 10 days in advance. An accessible golf cart is available for use at each golf course, please call 24 hours in advance to reserve. Huron Meadows Metropark golf course is one of eight Huron-Clinton Metropark courses in Southeast Michigan. 

Click here to learn more or book a tee time. 

Hiking 

Rustic Trails

Hike over 11 miles of well-maintained rustic trails that lead through fields and woodlands.

Know before you go: Occasionally woodland trails may be blocked with debris such as fallen tree limbs. Rustic trails are not cleared or salted in the winter and may be snow-covered, slippery or muddy. Pets and running is permitted on the rustic trails.

Playground 

Come out and play at Huron Meadows Metropark. A large playground is in the Sunset Ridge picnic area.

Swings and a slide can be found in the Cedar Ridge picnic area. 

Picnicking 

Huron Meadows Metropark provides the perfect setting for your next picnic. Picnic with friends or family amidst rolling hills, tree-lined lawns and beautiful views.  

Picnic Shelters  

Reunions, graduations, anniversaries, birthdays and any other way your family gets together – make your event more eventful with the Metroparks! We have picnic shelters available at Huron Meadows Metropark for all your event and gathering needs. They come in a wide range of sizes and locations within the parks. Some are conveniently located near park amenities like trails, playgrounds and sports fields to add even more fun to your event – while others are more secluded for a more intimate event. 

Our locations allow you to bring your own food or catering, add bounce houses, music and so much more. 

Save some money – we’re offering weekday rentals at half price. Prices are already reflected online in our online booking tool.  

• All groups, regardless of size, are encouraged to pre-register to use a picnic shelter. Groups of 50 or more, those bringing in special equipment or hosting a special event are required to make reservations in advance.  
• Any vehicle driving off-road must obtain an off-road permit from the Metropark Office on the day of the picnic.  
• Park entry fees are not included in the shelter reservation fee. 

Click here to explore and reserve picnic shelters. 

Softball

Bring your equipment for a game of softball at our field located at Sunset Ridge. Call the Hudson Mills Metropark Office at (734) 426-8211 to reserve the field. 

When not reserved, the field is open for informal use. 

Ski Center & Rentals

The Ski Center (Golf Starter Building) features classic-style and skate-style ski rentals as well as a heated lounge, restrooms and snacks. Never cross-country skied before? That’s ok! Here are some things to know before you go and some tips to get you started on your own adventure. Click here to watch video.

Hours of Operation

• Winter Hours
  • Mondays – Fridays: Noon – 7 p.m.
  • Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
  • Sundays: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    
•  Spring Hours – Beginning March 1 (weather dependent)
  • 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. daily
    • Grooming efforts may diminish or stop depending on weather.

Last available rental is 90 minutes prior to ski center closing.

The Ski Center (Golf Starter Building) parking area gate will remain closed until Bucks Run opens for the day.

Parking

The Ski Center (Golf Starter Building) parking lot will remain closed until Bucks Run opens each day. Morning skiers can use the Sunset Ridge parking area to access the natural snow cross-country ski trails. Skiers are not allowed on Bucks Run before it’s open hours. Staff will be grooming and maintaining Bucks Run in the mornings, and this would pose a safety concern to skiers during those times. Click here to view park maps.

Rates 

Group rates and rentals available, please call the Ski Center for more information and to reserve (810) 231-4084.

Equipment rentals may be reserved online no more than 5 days in advance. Limited reservations available. No refunds. Please arrive on time for your reservation. Late arrivals may not be accommodated.

Click here to rent ski equipment.

If you’re having difficulty with our online rental process, click here for a quick reference guide on how to rent ski equipment online.