Summer is one of the best times in Michigan, and with many months spent indoors because of the cold, people are ready to get outdoors and explore.

That’s where Huron-Clinton Metroparks come in. There are 13 parks throughout metro Detroit with activities for people of all ages and of varying interests.

In all, the 13 Metroparks have 25,000 acres of woods, water, and recreational facilities and “are one of the nation’s premier regional park systems,” open 365 days a year.

Each park offers a variety of hiking trails, biking trails, playgrounds, and more, but some of the parks feature more unique activities like beaches, golfing, waterparks, boating, and a farm.

An annual vehicle pass is $40 for residents and $45 for non-residents, and a daily fee is $10 per vehicle if you don’t have an annual pass. Boat passes are also available, and there are discounts for seniors.

Below you’ll find a breakdown of each Metropark with some of the unique things it offers.

Delhi Metropark – 3902 E. Delhi Rd. in Ann Arbor

Delhi Metropark is located along the Huron River northwest of Ann Arbor with miles of trails and a great place to kayak.

On top of that, there are kayaking, canoeing, and tubing rips that start at either Hudson Mills Metropark or Dexter-Huron Metropark and end at Delhi.

Dexter-Huron Metropark – 6535 Huron River Dr. in Dexter

The Dexter-Huron Metropark is another park located along the beautiful Huron River. It’s a great spot to grab a kayak, canoe, or tube and head down the river to the Delhi Metropark.

Trips last between 2-3 hours depending on river conditions for tubing, and 1-2 hours for kayaking and canoes.

Finally, there is a labyrinth that was installed in 2008 by a local girl scout troop, and you can explore the stone path designed in a…