Bow to the Islands: Piloting a 22‑ft Pontoon Through Les Cheneaux

CEDARVILLE BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE

Bow to the Islands: Piloting a 22‑ft Pontoon Through Les Cheneaux

A Hills Point Resort rental: a 22-foot, 50HP pontoon for daily or weekly trips around the Les Cheneaux Islands, accommodating up to 14 guests with driver-age and licensing requirements.

Bow to the Islands: Piloting a 22‑ft Pontoon Through Les Cheneaux.

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Location
Cedarville
Operator
Hills Point Resort
Category
Boat Rental
Robert Eric Crews
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From Cedarville, Hills Point Resort puts the Les Cheneaux Islands within reach by water: a sleek 22-foot, 50HP pontoon that carries groups of up to 14 on daily or weekly Lake Huron excursions. The setup is straightforward — reservation through the resort, pick-up and return windows set by the operator, and the freedom to thread the islands’ channels from the comfort of a roomy boat.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE BOAT

A modern 22‑foot, 50HP pontoon

This newer, flashier 22-foot pontoon is designed for comfort and social outings on Lake Huron — roomy enough for groups up to 14 and built to handle easy cruising among the islands.

THE ROUTE

See Les Cheneaux from the water

The operator emphasizes that the best way to experience the Les Cheneaux Islands is by boat: expect to navigate channels and shoreline scenery while based from Hills Point Resort.

THE ACCESS

Flexible daily or weekly rentals

Rentals are offered to resort guests and off-site users and can be booked for a single day or a week; the program is structured for straightforward pick-up and return through the resort.

What the day feels like

What the outing feels like

You collect the boat at Hills Point Resort, climb aboard a 22-foot, 50HP pontoon and set out across Lake Huron toward the Les Cheneaux channels. The pace is relaxed — cruising, stopping to explore shorelines, and sharing the helm among licensed drivers — with the boat sized for groups who want a social day on the water.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this rental suits — and who should plan elsewhere.

1
Groups and social outingsWell suited: the pontoon fits groups up to 14, making it ideal for social days on the water provided you meet driver and waiver requirements.
2
FamiliesCompatible if an adult licensed driver (18+) is present; all adults must sign the resort waiver at check-in.
3
Independent boatersAppropriate for independent operators who are 18+ with a valid license and comfortable handling a 22-foot, 50HP vessel.
4
Underage or unlicensed driversNot a fit: drivers must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid license, and all adults must sign waivers during check-in.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Season

Rentals are offered as daily or weekly bookings with scheduled pick-up and return windows handled by the resort.

What to Bring

Bring a valid driver’s license for any driver; be prepared to pay for fuel separately — prices do not include gas.

Hours & Returns

Pick ups and returns are managed within the resort’s hours; overnight rentals are due back on the final day before your original pick-up time (for example, a 10:00 a.m. pick-up is due back by 10:00 a.m. on the final day).

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How large is the boat and how much power does it have?

The rental is a 22-foot pontoon with a 50HP motor.

How many people can the pontoon hold?

The boat accommodates up to 14 guests.

What rental lengths are available and what are the pick-up/return rules?

Rentals are available for daily or weekly use. Pick-ups and returns are managed during the resort’s scheduled hours; overnight rentals must be returned by the original pick-up time on the final day.

Is fuel included in the rental price?

No — prices do not include gas.

Can I take the boat far offshore on Lake Huron?

No — boats are not to be taken more than one mile off shore in Lake Huron.

Who is allowed to drive the boat?

Drivers must be 18 years or older and hold a valid driver’s license; all adults are required to sign a waiver during check-in.