Skimming the Les Cheneaux: A 40‑HP Cruise from Cedarville’s Hills Point Resort

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Skimming the Les Cheneaux: A 40‑HP Cruise from Cedarville’s Hills Point Resort

A concise guide to renting the Playbuoy Mercury — a 40‑HP, 14‑passenger boat for daily or weekly cruising and fishing on Lake Huron.

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Skimming the Les Cheneaux: A 40‑HP Cruise from Cedarville’s Hills Point Resort.

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Location
Cedarville
Operator
Hills Point Resort
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Boat Rental
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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From Cedarville, Hills Point Resort stages access to the Les Cheneaux Islands by water: the Playbuoy Mercury is a 40‑HP boat configured for up to 14 passengers, designed for island‑cruising and fishing on Lake Huron and available as daily or weekly rentals.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE BOAT

A roomy 40‑HP workhorse for anglers and cruisers

The Playbuoy Mercury pairs modest power with high capacity: a 40‑horsepower platform that seats up to 14 people, suited to fishing or leisurely island runs around the Les Cheneaux archipelago.

THE ROUTE

Island cruising on Lake Huron

Renters use the boat to explore the Les Cheneaux Islands and the nearshore waters of Lake Huron, keeping operations within the operator’s offshore limits.

THE LOGISTICS

Flexible daily or weekly rentals for groups

Hills Point Resort offers flexible daily and weekly rental options with pick‑up and return windows that accommodate full‑day outings for groups and families.

What the day feels like

What it feels like to be on the Playbuoy Mercury

Days aboard the Playbuoy Mercury are straightforward and social: load up to 14 people at Hills Point Resort, sign the required waivers, and head out for fishing or a circuit of the Les Cheneaux Islands in Lake Huron aboard a 40‑HP rental available by the day or the week.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this rental suits

1
Large groups and familiesWith seating for up to 14 passengers, the Playbuoy Mercury accommodates extended families or friend groups looking for a shared day or week on the water.
2
AnglersThe boat’s setup is described as appropriate for fishing trips around the islands and into Lake Huron’s nearshore waters.
3
Weekend cruisersAvailable as daily or weekly rentals, the platform works for short excursions or multi‑day island cruising within the operator’s limits.
4
Designated driversAnyone planning to operate the boat must be 18 or older and hold a valid driver’s license; all adults must complete a waiver at check‑in.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Fuel is not included in rental pricing; plan to provide and pay for gas separately. The operator requires that drivers present a valid license and that all adults sign a waiver during check‑in.

Driver & Documentation

Drivers must be at least 18 years old and carry a valid license; all adults in the party will be asked to sign a waiver when picking up the boat.

Fuel Policy

Prices do not include gasoline; renters are responsible for fueling costs.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How many people can the Playbuoy Mercury hold?

The boat accommodates up to 14 guests.

What are the rental durations available?

Rentals are offered on daily and weekly options.

When can I pick up and return the boat?

Pick ups and returns are available from 8am to 8pm; overnight rentals must be returned by the pick‑up time on the final day.

Are fuel costs included in the rental price?

No — prices do not include gas.

How far offshore can I take the boat?

Boats are not to be taken more than one mile off shore in Lake Huron.

What are the age and licensing requirements to operate the boat?

Drivers must be 18 or older and have a valid license; all adults must sign a waiver at check‑in.