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 device when visiting participating businesses.
This trail is all about enjoying the sweeter things in life. From homemade chocolates and creamy ice cream to freshly baked pastries and unique confections, this trail highlights the best locally made sweets in the region. Whether you're a dedicated dessert lover or just looking for a fun way to explore, the Sweet Treats Trail offers a delightful mix of flavors and experiences.
28 locations are included on the trail highlighting everything from ice cream to pastries, cookies, cupcakes, candy, and more! Businesses are located within the Shores & Islands Ohio region, from Elmore to Vermilion – even some island locations are included!
Just a few of the participating locations are Christy’s Corner Café (Elmore), The Island Grind (Middle Bass Island), Toft Dairy Ice Cream Parlor (Sandusky), Sweet Spot (at Cedar Point), Baker on the Square (Milan), and Brummer’s Chocolates (Vermilion). So, next time you decide you need to get a sweet treat, be sure to sign up and check-in on the free, mobile exclusive Sweet Treats Trail.
Get started by signing up here. Under the “Things to Do” tab, click “Trails,” then select “Sweet Treats Trail.” First, sign up with your phone number or email and the free mobile passport will be delivered to your phone via text or email. There is no app to download and your pass can be saved to your phone’s home screen for easy one-tap access. When visiting a participating business, check-in to gain points towards your prize, just ensure your location services are turned on to check-in via GPS.
Each location check-in is worth 100 points on the passport. Simply visit a participating location, find it on your mobile passport, and select “check in.” Start earning points towards prizes. At 500 points, participants can redeem their points for a Sweet Treats Trail ice cream scoop. At 1,200 points, participants can earn a Sweet Treats Trail apron! Prizes are redeemable by earning the correct 
number of check-in points, selecting “Claim Now” on the mobile passport, and showing your completed reward at either of the Shores & Islands Ohio welcome centers (located in Sandusky and Port Clinton).
We’re pretty sure all those tasty indulgences will be pretty hard to resist! Some locations will even be offering discounts for trail participants. For example, at Gathering Grounds Coffee in Huron you can save $1.00 off any specialty coffee and at Put-in-Bay’s Dairy Isle you can save 10% off any purchase.
Get your free mobile Sweet Treats Trail passport today, right here at SHORESandISLANDS.com. And don’t forget to participate in the existing trail experiences. The Cheers Trail features local craft beverages such as wine, beer, and spirits. The Heritage Trail features a walk through local history with check-ins at museums and historical sites. It’s all SWEET!!
