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Shores & Islands Ohio

Shores & Islands Ohio is not just a place...it's a feeling. It's the memories people have from unforgettable experiences here that live in their hearts for a lifetime. Boundless adventures and discoveries await. Shores & Islands Ohio embodies the excitement felt from the very first time you visit, to becoming a seasoned regular or a part of the community. It's where you find your Lake Erie Love. Start planning your next Lake Erie vacation.

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Apr 26

Earth Day Extravaganza!

Osborn MetroPark
Huron

Apr 26

Progressive Catawba Island Boat Show

Port Clinton

Apr 26

Vermilion River Watershed 17th Annual Open House and Free Live Wildlife Exhibit

Vermilion

May 03

Official Opening Day for Cedar Point 2025!

Cedar Point Amusement Park
Sandusky

May 09

Biggest Week in American Birding 2025

Recurring daily
Black Swamp Bird Observatory
Oak Harbor

May 10

Mother's Day Tea in the Wright Mansion

Bellevue

May 18

Free Museum Day

Kelleys Island

May 22

Port Clinton Walleye Fest 2025

Recurring daily
Port Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce
Port Clinton

May 30

Ohio Bike Week

Recurring daily
Sandusky

Jun 01

42nd Annual Kelleys Island 5/10K Run/Walk + 1 Mile Fun Run!

Kelleys Island

Jun 07

Huron Lake Front Market

Lake Front Park
Huron

Jun 09

Put-in-Bay Pride

Put-in-Bay

Jun 13

Festival of the Fish

Vermilion Chamber of Commerce
Vermilion

Jun 13

Remember Crusin' Car Club of Northern Ohio Friday Night Car Show

Sandusky

Jun 27

Pyrate Fest XVII 2025

Put-in-Bay

Places To Stay

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What’s New for 2025 at Shores & Islands Ohio

Get ready for an unforgettable season in Shores & Islands Ohio, where 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most thrilling years yet. From record-breaking roller coasters at Cedar Point to new water park… Learn More

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Lake Erie’s “Vampire Fish” – Meet the Sea Lamprey

If a marine animal was described as a vampire fish, with a suction cup mouth full of razor-sharp teeth, one might think it is an April fools’ joke or a character in a low budget sci-fi movie. However, this is… Learn More

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Indulge in a Delicious Journey and Earn Rewards with the New Sweet Treats Trail

Shores & Islands Ohio has just launched a new fully interactive trail, similar to the Cheers and Heritage trails, where participants can earn points towards fun prizes simply for checking-in via their mobile… Learn More

It's a SHORE Thing...

Shores & Islands Ohio

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Earth Day Extravaganza!

Progressive Catawba Island Boat Show

Vermilion River Watershed 17th Annual Open House and Free Live Wildlife Exhibit

Official Opening Day for Cedar Point 2025!

Biggest Week in American Birding 2025

Mother's Day Tea in the Wright Mansion

Free Museum Day

Port Clinton Walleye Fest 2025

Ohio Bike Week

42nd Annual Kelleys Island 5/10K Run/Walk + 1 Mile Fun Run!

Huron Lake Front Market

Put-in-Bay Pride

Festival of the Fish

Remember Crusin' Car Club of Northern Ohio Friday Night Car Show

Pyrate Fest XVII 2025

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What’s New for 2025 at Shores & Islands Ohio

Lake Erie’s “Vampire Fish” – Meet the Sea Lamprey

Indulge in a Delicious Journey and Earn Rewards with the New Sweet Treats Trail

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