Paddle Argo Pond

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Description

Paddle on this spectacular stretch of the Huron River

You can launch from many points along Argo Pond (which is the name of this dammed portion of the Huron River), but the most abundant parking is located at Argo Park, Bandemer Park, or Huron Bridge Park. This is a popular place for paddleboarders, kayakers, canoers, and rafters during the summer. Stay away from Argo Dam - it is marked with buoys. One-way trip from Argo Park upstream to Barton Dam takes approximately 1.5 hours (3 hours round trip).

Paddleboard rentals are available at the Argo Livery during the summer and on the weekends in the warm months of the fall.

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Features

Stand Up Paddle

Bathrooms

Dog Friendly

Easy Parking

Family Friendly

Groups

Lake

Picnic Area

River

Scenic

Wildlife

Swimming Hole

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