Metro Parks - Lake Erie

PARK AMENITIES Lake Erie Metropark, a 1,607-acre recreational facility, features a panoramic view of Lake Erie along its three-mile shoreline. This park is a top bird-watching site, and an abundance of wildlife and waterfowl inhabit the meadows, marsh and lagoons. Park features include a wave action swimming pool, an 18-hole regulation golf course, a museum and nature center, boat launches and a marina. The children's play area features a child-size town.
Vehicle Entry Permit
Annual	$20
Seniors	$12
Daily	$4

BIRDING One of the premier hawkwatching sites in North America, Lake Erie Metropark is host to migrating waterfowl in the spring and fall, and birds of prey in the fall. Hawkfest, an annual birding festival celebrating the migration of birds of prey, is held in September. Nature interpreters maintain a park bird species list. Birding programs include hawk and duck identification programs and bird walks.

BOATING AND LAUNCHING A 12-boat ramp offers quick access to the Detroit River and Lake Erie, prime walleye country. Enter the park through the main entrance on West Jefferson, just north of Huron River Drive, to access the boat launch. Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Metropark Vehicle and Boat Launch permits required.

MARINA The marina, located at the end of Lee Road, is open April through October. Over 100 wells, all with water and electricity, available for seasonal dockage. Daily transient dockage also available for boats up to 30 feet in length (phone in advance for availability). Dry storage May through October. Marina hours Memorial Day through Labor Day 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. Reduced hours prior to Memorial Day and after Labor Day.
Boat launch permit
Annual	$24
Seniors	$12
Daily	$4

Marina seasonal dockage
Daily (24 hours) all lengths	$25
Weekly-25 foot	$50
Weekly-30 foot	$60
Weekly-35 foot	$70
Weekly-40 foot	$75
Summer yard storage	$4/day
Dry storage w/ramp use-May-October	$350
Dry storage w/ramp use-two months/less	$200

Pump out holding tank	$5
Power wash under 30 feet	$35
Power wash over 30 feet	$40

COURT GAMES Basketball, tennis and volleyball courts are located near the pool area.

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING Cross country skiing with 4.25 miles of marked, groomed trails on relatively flat terrain.

FISHING Shoreline fishing is available throughout the park. Free fishing poles are available for loan at the Marshlands Museum and nature center. Spearing and bow and arrow fishing are prohibited.

GOLF This 6,500-yard, 18-hole, par 72 course is surrounded by natural wetlands and features gently rolling, bunkered fairways and 20 acres of ponds. Beer and wine sold at the starter building; no coolers allowed. Entrance on Lee Road, east of Jefferson, one mile south of Huron River Drive. Driving range. Special rates for Seniors (62 and older) and Juniors (17 and under) weekdays only except holidays. Phone (734) 379-0048 or 1-800-477-3189 for reservations and information. Golf coaching available, call Lake Erie golf course at 734.379.5020.
Course	Rating	Slope
Blue	71	125
White	69.2	121
Gold	71.1	120
Red	70.6	118

Golf Fees	18 holes	9 holes
Weekends & Holidays	$25	$16
Monday - Friday	$21	$13
Seniors & Juniors	$14*	$10*
	* weekdays except holidays

Motorized Carts	$13	$8.50
Motorized Carts (Seniors)	$10	$7
	(1/2 cart charge)

Hand carts	$2
Walker Fee	$6

Range Balls
60 ball basket	$5
90 ball basket	$7

HIKING Almost three miles of trails radiating from the Marshlands Museum and Nature Center take hikers along the Lake Erie/Detroit River shoreline and through coastal marshes and dense hawthorn thickets. A long boardwalk and several overlooks along the trails provide excellent views of marshes, lagoons and resident wildlife. Flat terrain.

ICE FISHING Ice fishing is at the marina November through March, as ice conditions permit. Due to warm water currents, ice fishing along the Lake Erie shoreline is not recommended.

MARSHLANDS MUSEUM AND NATURE CENTER This facility features exhibits on the waterfowl hunting tradition, folkways and marsh ecology. A 1,300-gallon aquarium showcases regional fish species. Several miles of nature trails traverse the coastal marsh, lakeshore and thicket areas. No pets allowed on trails. School and group educational programs by appointment. Meeting room available for local organizations. School season hours: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends. Summer hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Phone (734) 379-5020 or 1-800-477-3189.

PICNICKING Picnic areas, play areas and picnic shelters are located near the pool complex and at the Cove Point Picnic Area. Groups of 50 or more are requested to register in advance. Shelters may be reserved for a fee. For reservations and registrations contact Park Office.
Picnic shelter reservation fee	$150-$175

SWIMMING The "Great Wave", a wave-action pool, adds three-foot rollicking waves for wet summer fun. Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Hours may be reduced from mid-August through Labor Day. Swim suit with liner required.
Wet Shop Rafts and tubes, and children's life jackets available for rent. Suntan products, towels, swim diapers, and male swim suits are available for sale.
Wave Pool Fees
Children (15 and under) & seniors	$3.50
Adults	$5
Organized Youth Group -Monday thru Friday- minimum 20	$3 per person - pre-registration
Locker Fee	$.50

Twilight rate - 5 p.m. till closing
Adults	$3
Children	$3
Children less than 30" in height	Free
Raft rental	$3

SLEDDING A sledding hill for children is located near the wave pool complex. Toboggans are not permitted.