Recreation 

Camping is available at private campgrounds as well as at facilities run by the State of Michigan. Within a short drive from Howell, both Brighton and Pinckney Recreation areas offer camping, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking and cross-country skiing.

Restaurants-from family style to high style, charming pubs, familiar fast-food outlets and gourmet eateries-are sprinkled throughout the area. To some, a perfect day is shopping in Howell, followed by a relaxing meal in an area restaurant.

Livingston County Hockey Association
(517) 548-4355

http://www.howellschools.com/aquatic
(517) 548-6355

Residents and visitors can enjoy water activities year-round at the beautiful Howell Area Aquatic Center, located adjacent to the high school field house. The state-of-the-art indoor pool also accommodates wheelchair users with a ramp leading directly into the shallow end.

Golf is the recreational sport of choice for thousands in the Howell area. Livingston County is gaining a reputation as a golfing destination, with 25 public and private courses attracting golfers from throughout the state.

The Howell Conference and Nature Center
http://www.howellnaturecenter.org
(517) 546-0249

The Howell Conference and Nature Center provides a unique venue for animal lovers and sports enthusiasts. A wild animal rehabilitation compound affords views of hawks, owls, deer and other native species. The Center's rolling terrain provides an ideal location for hiking, cross-country skiing and sledding.

http://www.metroparks.com/index.php
(800) 47-PARKS

The Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority operates three large metroparks within a thirty-minute drive from Howell. Swimming, golf, tobogganing, cross-country skiing, nature programs, fishing and boating are just some of the features of these popular parks.

(517) 548-1795

Shopping is many people's favorite indoor sport. Historic Downtown Howell is home to small shops, restaurants and boutiques housed in charming turn-of-the-century buildings that have been lovingly maintained or carefully restored. The Tanger Outlet Center shopping mall on the west end of town and large retail developments on the east end provide shopping diversity to satisfy just about everyone.

Year-round, soccer and roller hockey come to life at Kicks and Sticks. Adults and kids of all ages and skill levels can sign up for house teams, clinics or leagues.

(517) 546-0693

Howell is fortunate to have Thompson Lake within its boundaries, and one of the area's major parks, Howell City Park, is adjacent to the lake. Area residents use the park during the summer months for swimming, boating, picnicking and playground activities. In the fall, colorful vistas abound, and ice-skating and sledding are winter traditions.

Livingston County Convention & Visitors Bureau
www.lccvb.org
or (517) 548-1795