Located in southeast Michigan (west of U.S. 23 and south of I-96), the 4,947-acre Brighton Recreation Area is home to nine lakes, five campgrounds, a designated swim beach, boating access sites, picnic areas and a disc golf course, as well as fishing, boating and paddling amenities. The park boasts a 35-mile trail system open to horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking and more.
The park features high, irregular ranges of hills, an oak forest, open spaces, grassy fens and shrub marshes, among other highland and lowland natural communities.
The park is also home to an equestrian-only campground, a staging area, the Brighton Recreation Area Riding Stables and 35 miles of trails. The trails and staging area are maintained with the help of the Brighton Trail Riders Association.
Before visiting a state park, boating site or trail, it’s always a good idea to check the latest closures due to weather-related events, planned improvement projects and repairs. Visit Michigan.gov/DNRClosures.
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