Lake , Ashtabula , and Geauga Counties
Geneva-on-the-Lake
Geneva-on-the-Lake, located on the shores of Lake Erie about an hour's drive east of Cleveland, was one of Ohio's first lakeside resorts. In the early 1900s, the scenic location was home to dozens of cottages and was popular with the Midwest "gentry," including John D. Rockeller, Henry Ford, and Harvey Firestone. Today, the area is filled with outdoor activities, arcades, summer events, and several Lake Erie wineries.
Great Lakes Mall -- Mentor
Great Lakes Mall, in Mentor Ohio, is located about 20 miles east of downtown Cleveland. The spacious mall is anchored by Macy's, J C Penney, Sears, and Dillard's and features over 150 specialty stores.
Chalet Debonne Winery - Madison Ohio
Lake Erie Wines are noted for their lush, fruit flavor profiles. The region's icewines are particularly note-worthy. Among the many wine growers in Ohio's Lake and Ashtabula Counties, east of Cleveland, is Chalet Debonne, Ohio's largest estate-bottled winery.
Holden Arboretum
The Holden Arboretum, located east of Cleveland in Kirtland, Ohio, is a 100+ acre showplace for indigenous Ohio plants, flowers, trees, and wildlife. The beautiful park features specialty gardens, miles of hiking trails for all skill levels, and a constant schedule of educational events and exhibits.
James A. Garfield Historic Site
The James A. Garfield National Historic Site, located in Mentor Ohio, includes the 7.82 acre estate of the United States' 20th president, James A. Garfield, who served from March of 1881 until his assasination in September of that year. The site includes the spacious main house, several out buildings, and a visitors' center with changing...
Ohio's Lake Erie Wineries
Ohio's Lake Erie Wine Trail includes nineteen wineries in Lake, Geauga, and Ashtabula Counties. Particularly delightful are the icewines produced in this area. Most of the wineries have tasting rooms and many also feature restaurants, gift shops, and picnic areas.
Lake Farm Park
Lake Farm Park is a delightful working farm and learning center, just 25 miles east of downtown Cleveland. See 50 different breeds of livestock, marvel at honey and maple syrup being made, and enjoy one of the many special events, such as the annual Vintage Ohio wine festival held at the park. It's fun for the whole family.