Brighton Recreation Area Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:16 PM
- Water level
- 4.71 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Chilson Impoundment
Updated 27 min agoSource: USGS station 04172000 — HURON RIVER NEAR HAMBURG, MI · 4.4 mi from Chilson Impoundment
Launch Light & Moon — June 27
local timeWaxing Gibbous (95% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Brighton Recreation Area
| Location | Hamburg Township, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Chilson Impoundment |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (1819 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 42.510320, -83.863058 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Livingston County |
| Phone | (810) 229-6566 |
Brighton Recreation Area is a public boat launch providing access to Chilson Impoundment in Hamburg Township, Michigan at coordinates 42.51032, -83.86306. Rated 4.6/5 based on 1819 Google reviews.
Brighton Recreation Area is a public boat launch on Chilson Impoundment in Hamburg Township, Livingston County, Michigan. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brighton Recreation Area
Is Brighton Recreation Area free to use?
Yes, Brighton Recreation Area is a public boat launch with free access in Hamburg Township, Michigan.
How is Brighton Recreation Area rated?
Brighton Recreation Area has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 1819 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Brighton Recreation Area access?
Brighton Recreation Area provides boat launch access to Chilson Impoundment in Hamburg Township, Michigan.
How do I get to Brighton Recreation Area?
Brighton Recreation Area is located at coordinates 42.510320, -83.863058 in Hamburg Township, Michigan. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 2.4 mi of Brighton Recreation Area, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.