Lake Erie Love Blog

One of the Midwest’s hottest vacation spots, the region between Toledo and Cleveland provides an eclectic mix of historically significant sites, family-fun amusements, gorgeous scenery, and outdoor recreation.

Fun For All: 12 Family Fun Must-do’s

Shores & Islands Ohio is made for families! With something for everyone, there’s no shortage of fun and engaging activities. The whole family will love making vacation memories together. Cruise to an island and take a tour, or rent a golf cart or bicycle and ride along the water’s edge at your own…

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Beauty from Stone: The Story of the Lakeside Daisy

Part of our Time Traveler Series On the side of a small lane in Marblehead, Ohio lies a rocky plain of former quarry land, that each May turns to a carpet of gold. The creator of this yellow glow is the Lakeside Daisy ( Tetraneuris herbacea ), an endangered plant that grows on ground one would think…

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What's Fresh and New for 2023 | Shores & Islands Ohio

Looking for the latest Shores & Islands developments? Or maybe it’s been a while since your last visit and you don’t want to miss a thing? Check out all the new and notable attractions to the region for 2023. Time to start planning your summertime getaway! Cedar Point Amusement Park introduces The…

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May and June Event Highlights in Shores & Islands Ohio

Spring has gone to the birds! And also, to the fish, the dogs, the pirates, and the bikers! All these events combined will usher in another amazing summer in Shores & Islands Ohio. Get ready for a season full of excitement, as festival time is underway, seasonal attractions are opening their doors…

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