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.

Fall Event Highlights in Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands

While many consider the Labor Day holiday weekend to be the unofficial end of the summer season, we choose to look forward as the unofficial start of an amazing autumn! We know fall doesn’t technically start for a couple of weeks, but September and October bring some treasured annual festivals…

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The History of Johnson's Island

Published December 2020 The Shores & Islands area is known for its rich history and connection to milestone events in our country’s timeline. From Milan’s native son, Thomas Edison, to more light-hearted history with Knute Rockne perfecting the forward pass on Cedar Point Beach, this popular…

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Bird is the Word!

Published April 2018 When it comes to birding hot spots, there is no place “hotter” than Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands this time of year. Our beautiful natural location along the coast of Lake Erie, combined with the annual spring bird migration, help make the Shores & Islands region the place…

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#TravelTuesday: One day in…Port Clinton/Catawba

On Tuesdays this summer, we are exploring the great cities and towns that make up Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands for #TravelTuesday. Last week we explored historic downtown Sandusky. This week we visited Port Clinton/Catawba. Port Clinton/Catawba is known as the “Walleye Capital of the World”…

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#TravelTuesday: One Day on...South Bass Island

This summer, we are exploring the great cities and towns that make up Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands for #TravelTuesday. Last week we explored the coastal community of Huron. This week, we caught the ferry to the village of Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island. Put-in-Bay has been an ideal stopping…

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#TravelTuesday: One day in…Lakeside

On Tuesdays this summer, we are exploring the great cities and towns that make up Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands for our new #TravelTuesday initiative. Last week we left the mainland and headed out to one of the many islands in western Lake Erie – Middle Bass Island. This week we are visiting…

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Where are pets permitted on South Bass Island (Put-in-Bay)?

Hotels – Bay Lodging (888.742.7929) Campgrounds – South Bass Island State Park (866.644.6727) Vacation Rentals – Birds Nest Resort (419.285.6119) – Bormans Cottages (419.341.9640) – Dave’s Rentals (419.285.2812) – Put-in-Bay Cabins (440.967.3395) – Saunder’s Cottages (419.285.3917 – The Wee Anchor…

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