Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands : Water Recreation

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BEACHES Huron Lakefront Park and Beach End of Park and Center Sts. 419.433.8487 huronparks.org Beach, picnic tables, gazebo, playground, restrooms and fishing. Nickel Plate Beach Nickel Plate Dr. (off US 6) 419.433.8487 huronparks.org Beach, picnic tables, playground, two sand volleyball courts and fishing pier. There is a nominal parking fee.
Kelleys Island Kelleys Island State Park Beach N. Division St. 419.746.2546 ohiodnr.com/parks Beach, hiking trails, fishing, toilets, camping and launch ramp.
Marblehead East Harbor State Park Beach 1169 N. Buck Rd. (off SR 269) 419.734.4424 eastharborstatepark.org Over two miles of sandy beaches, picnic shelters, toilets, state park campground, concession stand, bath house and trails.
Port Clinton Port Clinton City Beach Perry St. (SR 163) This sandy beach has a large shallow area and is across the street from Lakeview Park.
Vermilion Main Street Beach Main St. (off SR 6) Beach and lighthouse.
CANOE/KAYAK RENTALS
Lakeside 130 Walnut Ave., Lakeside 419.798.4461 Sunfish and kayak rentals are available.
CANOE/KAYAK HOT SPOTS East Sandusky Bay Water Trail River Ave. (off Cedar Point Dr.), Sandusky 419.625.3864 ci.sandusky.oh.us 15-mile water trail around the East Sandusky Bay. Kelleys Island State Park Division St., Kelleys Island 419.797.4530, 419.746.2546, 866.644.6727 ohiostateparks.org South Bass Island State Park South Bass Island 419.797.4530, 419.285.2112 ohiostateparks.org The Coupling Reserve SR 13 (one mile north of US 250), Milan 419.625.7783 eriemetroparks.com Canoes, overnight accommodations in train cars, and the historic depot space are available with advance reservations for groups.
DIVING Explore the shipping heritage of Lake Erie’s western basin by scuba diving the multitude of shipwrecks in the area. Limestone ledges surround the islands and offer a variety of areas to explore. Who knows what you may find? See the Lake Erie Shipwrecks brochure. Dale’s Diving Shop 302 Meigs St., Sandusky 419.625.4134 dalesdivingshop.com Equipment, supplies, service and instruction. New Wave 1425 W. Lakeshore Dr., Port Clinton 419.734.2240 Equipment and supplies.
PARASAILING North Coast Parasail & Water Sports at Cedar Point Beach, Sandusky 419.627.2279 on Kelleys Island 440.315.3479 cedarpoint.com (keyword: parasail) Experience the thrills of Wave Runner riding and parasailing on the beach behind Cedar Point’s Hotel Breakers or on Kelleys Island. Early bird discounts available. Park admission is not required at the Cedar Point location; however, a parking fee is. Reservations are required for Kelleys Island.
Put-in-Bay Parasailing Boardwalk dock, downtown Put-in-Bay 419.285.3703 “Get wet” or “stay dry” rides from boats with “take-off” decks. Fun for all ages. Seasonal Operation.
PUBLIC POOLS Commodore Perry Inn and Suites 255 W. Lakeshore Dr., Port Clinton 419.732.2645 Pool is open to the public for a $1.00 fee. Hours: 6am - 11pm.
Monsoon Lagoon Water Park & Family Fun Center 1530 S. Danbury Rd. N., Marblehead 419.732.6671 monsoonlagoonwaterpark.com Affordable water park complex, including a gigantic aqua play center, tipping bucket, water slides, a lazy river, and an adult pool with swim-up bar. The family entertainment center has 18-hole miniature golf, bumper boats, NASCAR go-karts, and an arcade.
Soak City 1 Cedar Point Dr., Sandusky 419.627.2350 cedarpoint.com Splashing fun in the sun, right next door to Cedar Point. Featuring more than a dozen twisting enclosed slides and thrilling body slides, a unique family adventure pool, mild and wild inner tube rivers, two special water spraygrounds just for kids, and Breakers Bay wave pool. There is also a hot tub, pool, and swim-up refreshment counter just for grown-ups, Splash Zone’s super-splashing bucket and play area. It’s the coolest way to beat the heat! Proper swimwear is required. Admission to Cedar Point not required, but parking fee is.
Vermilion Community Pool 4846 Pineview Dr., Vermilion 440.967.9071 Hours: Memorial Day - Labor Day weekend, daily 1 - 9pm.
WATERCRAFT RENTALS Beachfront Resort Jet Ski Rentals 252 W. Lakeshore Blvd., Port Clinton 419.732.6684 portclintonresort.com Get out on Lake Erie and get WET with our fast Yamaha Waverunners! Rent by the 1/2 hour ($65) or enjoy a full hour ($110) of fast, wet fun in the sun! Reservations accepted. Located at the Beachfront Resort, just across the drawbridge in Port Clinton. Clemons Boats 8009 Barrett Rd., Sandusky 419.684.5365 clemonsboats.com Clemons Boats will offer daily and weekly powerboat rentals for 2009 summer. Three models, Discovery Bowrider, Trophy Fishing Walkaround and 24' Pontoon Boat. Call and reserve early for your vacation week or weekend!
Lakeside 130 Walnut Ave., Lakeside 419.798.4461 Sunfish and kayak rentals are available.
Lyman Harbor 1615 First St., Sandusky 419.625.9626 lymanharbor.com Sandusky’s premier waterfront entertainment complex is making waves on Sandusky Bay! Dine overlooking Sandusky Bay and Cedar Point. Rent Jet Skis Memorial Day-Labor Day. Dance the night away in Jumpin’ Jupiter, a two-story nite club. Attend a live outdoor concert on the waterfront during the summer concert series. Book a trade show or schedule a private party or corporate event in the waterfront banquet facilities. Full marina and transient boat dockage also available.
North Coast Parasail & Water Sports at Cedar Point Beach, Sandusky - 419.627.2279 at Kelleys Island - 440.315.3479 cedarpoint.com, keyword: Parasail Experience the thrills of Wave Runner riding and parasailing on the beach behind Cedar Point’s Hotel Breakers or on Kelleys Island. Early bird discounts available. Park admission is not required at the Cedar Point location; however, a parking fee is. Reservations are required for Kelleys Island. Put-In-Bay Watercraft Rentals South Bass Island State Park, Put-in-Bay 419.285.7544 pibjetski.com Snack shack, fishing & camping supplies, food, beverages, Direct TV, WIFI. Picnic packs for certain rentals. Open daily 10 am-6 pm. Wave Runners: $50 per ½ hr for single rider; $60 per ½ hr for extra rider. Kayaks: $15-$25 per hr.
The Coupling Reserve SR 13 (one mile north of US 250), Milan 419.625.7783 eriemetroparks.com Developed around a historic railroad theme, the Reserve provides small, non-motorized boat access to the Huron River, bank fishing sites, a wooded nature trail, picnic tables, grills, a sledding slope, cross-country skiing, and a grassy volleyball court. Canoes, the historic depot and overnight accommodations in the train cars are available for groups with advance reservation.