About Proud Lake State Recreation Area
Proud Lake State Recreation Area sits along a scenic stretch of the Huron River in Oakland County, and the river is the park's main draw — a park-run canoe livery rents canoes and kayaks for float trips downstream, making this one of the more paddling-focused state recreation areas in southeast Michigan. The park also includes Proud Lake itself, along with hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails through roughly 4,700 acres of woods and wetlands.
The modern campground offers 130 electric sites in a wooded setting near the river and lake. It's a popular weekend basecamp for canoeists and anglers, and its position close to the Highland and Pontiac Lake recreation areas makes it easy to combine with other nearby trail systems.
| Campground | Sites | Hookups | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proud Lake Campground | 130 sites | Electric | Canoeing, fishing, families |
Huron River Canoeing
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The park's signature feature is the Huron River corridor running through it, with a canoe livery offering rentals for downstream float trips. Combined with Proud Lake and a network of hiking and equestrian trails, the park offers a genuine mix of water-based and land-based recreation.
How to Get a Reservation
The 6-Month Booking Window
Like all Michigan DNR campgrounds, Proud Lake State Recreation Area opens reservations exactly 6 months in advance through MiDNRReservations.com.
Set a CampDrop Alert
If your dates are sold out, CampDrop monitors MiDNRReservations.com around the clock and texts you the moment a site opens up at Proud Lake.
What to Know Before You Go
Hookups & Site Types
All 130 sites offer electric service in a wooded campground near the river and lake.
Season
The park typically operates April through November; confirm exact dates on MiDNRReservations.com.
Pets
Pets are welcome throughout the park on a 6-foot leash.
Canoe & Kayak Rentals
The park-run livery rents canoes and kayaks seasonally for Huron River float trips — check current hours and rates before planning around it.
Directions
Proud Lake State Recreation Area is located at 3500 Wixom Rd, Commerce Township, MI 48382, in Oakland County, a short drive from Milford.