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Recreation 

From golfing to swimming to shopping, the Howell area is the chosen destination for thousands of residents and visitors seeking great outdoor and indoor recreation opportunities.

Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority

http://www.howellrecreation.org/

517.546.0693

The Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority oversees a comprehensive program of classes, day camps, team sports, special events and enrichment programs for residents. The Bennett Recreation Center, located just west of downtown, is the hub of these activities year-round.

 

 

Campgrounds

Howell Area
Chamber Member
Campgrounds

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.

 

 

 

 

 

Dining

Howell Area
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Restaurants

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.

 

 

 

 

 

Howell Area Aquatic Center

http://www.howellrecreation.org/
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 Courses

Howell Area
Chamber Member
Golf Courses

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Nature Center

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.


 

Metroparks

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.


 

Shopping

Livingston County Convention & Visitors Bureau

517.548.1795

 

Tanger Outlet Center

517.545.0500

 

Shopping is many people’s favorite indoor sport and Livingston County is fast emerging as a shopping destination with choices to satisfy just about everyone. Choices range from quaint stores, antique shops, larger chain retail and restaurant venues as well as an outlet center.

Historic downtown Howell is home to small stores, restaurants and boutiques housed in charming turn-of-the-century buildings that have been lovingly maintained or carefully restored. Officially designated a National Historic District and an official Michigan Main Street, downtown Howell is loaded with architectural gems set amidst a small-town warm and welcoming atmosphere. A treasure trove of shops features a wonderful assortment of goods from near and far including a winery, clothing, antiques, jewelry, gifts, home décor, specialty items and more.

The Tanger Outlet Center west of Howell has been the county’s largest single generator of visitors since 1996, drawing over 3.5 million visitors annually. Located just down the street from Tanger, antique lovers can browse the Livingston Antique Outlet, Michigan's largest contiguous indoor antique outlet showcasing 200 dealer booths under one roof.


 

Thompson Lake/Howell City Park

517.546.0693

 

Howell is fortunate to have Thompson Lake within its boundaries. One of the area’s major parks, Howell City Park, is nestled on the shore of the lake. The park is a popular destination for swimming, boating, picnicking and playground activities with spectacular lake views, towering trees and hiking paths. Ice skating, sledding and decorated holiday trees are favorite winter attractions.


 

Other numbers to know:

Livingston County Convention & Visitors Bureau
www.lccvb.org

517.548.1795


Michigan Travel Bureau
http://www.usaring.com/travel/bureaus.htm
 
800.543.2937

 

Michigan Department of Tourism
http://www.michigan.org

 

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