Bountiful fishing, relaxing days along the shore and unique recreation opportunities await visitors to Lake Erie. Though any part of Lake Erie can provide a memorable vacation, several standouts exist. Among the best vacation options around Lake Erie are a vibrant island community, peaceful shoreline community and energetic and fun-filled amusement park resort.
Located on South Bass Island on Lake Erie, Put-in-Bay offers irresistible fun and beauty. Access to the island is limited to ferry service and once on the island, travel is largely by foot, bicycle or golf-cart. Travelers are discouraged from bringing their personal vehicle as space for parking on the island is limited. The nightlife on the island is vibrant and offers live entertainment with local and visiting bands. Recreational opportunities include para-sailing, kayaking, fishing and wave running. Shops offer souvenirs and unique trinkets for gifts and mementos. After a long day on the beach or cruising the town, popular dining spots, including Mr. Ed's Bar & Grill and Mist Pool Bar, can refuel and relax visitors' mind, body and spirit.
Home to Marblehead Lighthouse State Park, Marblehead Peninsula is a must for Lake Erie vacationers. The park features one of Lake Erie's most photographed landmarks according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, the lighthouse, and offers a picnic area and museum looking into the history of the park. Not only is the area great for fishing, thanks to its location along the western basin of the lake, but the area also features numerous accommodations, such as bed and breakfasts, campgrounds and hotels. Restaurants in the area, such as Crabby Joes and the Crows Nest, offer fresh local cuisine, often times featuring fresh caught perch and walleye. As far as shopping, the area offers unique artisan crafts and souvenirs in stores, such as Just For Ewe and Martha and Mollys Gifts.
For the ultimate adventure on Lake Erie, travelers might want to visit Cedar Point. Recently given the title as the "Best Amusement Park" in the world by "Amusement Today" magazine, Cedar Point offers non-stop fun and action. Older visitors ride roller coasters, like the Corkscrew, Disaster Transport and Blue Streak, a wooden coaster, while the kids enjoy rides specifically designed for them, including Frog Hopper and Hot Rods. If looking for a way to cool off, visitors will find that Cedar Point also offers Soak City, a water park featuring rides, such as Shoot the Rapids and Thunder Canyon. Guests satisfy their hunger with more than 40 fast food restaurants, numerous concession carts and 11 full-service restaurants located throughout the resort.
Cedar Point
One Cedar Point Drive
Sandusky, OH 44870
419-627-2350
cedarpoint.com
