Lake Erie Vacationland
The Lake Erie Islands region, from Huron to Oak Harbor, is Ohio's summer playground. From the excitement of Cedar Point to the laidback learning at Lakeside to the decadent Put-in-Bay, the area has something to interest everyone.
African Wildlife Safari
Be prepared for an experience to remember at the African Safari Wildlife Park. Conveniently located in Port Clinton, just minutes from Cedar Point and Put-in-Bay, it is a great side trip for those visiting Ohio's Lake Erie Vacationland. Adults and kids alike will get a thrill out of huge animals walking right up to the car and sticking their heads in for a treat at the drive thru safari as well as the wildlife parks many animal exhibits, camel and pony rides, and animal shows.
Be prepared for an experience to remember at the African Safari Wildlife Park. Conveniently located in Port Clinton, just minutes from Cedar Point and Put-in-Bay, it is a great side trip for those visiting Ohio's Lake Erie Vacationland. Adults and kids alike will get a thrill out of huge animals walking right up to the car and sticking their heads in for a treat at the drive thru safari as well as the wildlife parks many animal exhibits, camel and pony rides, and animal shows.
Sandusky Ohio Hotels
Sandusky, Ohio is the gateway to the Lake Erie Vacationland. Here you'll find wineries, family attractions, and transporation to the Lake Erie Islands. Staying in Sandusky is also an affordable alternative to staying at the higher-priced Cedar Point Hotels. Here are our choices for the best Sandusky Hotels:
Sandusky, Ohio is the gateway to the Lake Erie Vacationland. Here you'll find wineries, family attractions, and transporation to the Lake Erie Islands. Staying in Sandusky is also an affordable alternative to staying at the higher-priced Cedar Point Hotels. Here are our choices for the best Sandusky Hotels:
Bed and Breakfast Inns on the Lake Erie Islands
Bed and Breakfast Inns on the Lake Erie Islands
Bed and Breakfast Inns on the Lake Erie Islands
Attractions near Cedar Point
<a href="http://cleveland.about.com/od/justoutsideoftown/p/cedarpoint.htm">Cedar Point</a>, the "Roller coaster capital of the World," is a favorite summer destination for North Coast residents as well as visitors from all over the region and the country. But, the Lake Erie Vacationland area has more to do that just riding a "coaster." There are musueums, lighthouses, waterparks, historic sites, and lots more. Read about the many attractions near Cedar Point.
<a href="http://cleveland.about.com/od/justoutsideoftown/p/cedarpoint.htm">Cedar Point</a>, the "Roller coaster capital of the World," is a favorite summer destination for North Coast residents as well as visitors from all over the region and the country. But, the Lake Erie Vacationland area has more to do that just riding a "coaster." There are musueums, lighthouses, waterparks, historic sites, and lots more. Read about the many attractions near Cedar Point.
Kelleys Island
Kelleys Island, the largest of the Lake Erie islands, is located just off the north central Ohio coastline, accessible by frequent ferries and small airplanes. The island is a summertime favorite. Less crowded than its cousin, Middle Bass Island and Put-in-Bay, Kelleys is known for its restaurants, winery, Victorian Houses, and its Glacial Grooves, remnants from the Ice Age.
Kelleys Island, the largest of the Lake Erie islands, is located just off the north central Ohio coastline, accessible by frequent ferries and small airplanes. The island is a summertime favorite. Less crowded than its cousin, Middle Bass Island and Put-in-Bay, Kelleys is known for its restaurants, winery, Victorian Houses, and its Glacial Grooves, remnants from the Ice Age.
Cedar Point Area Hotels
Cedar Point, on the shores of Lake Erie just outside of Sandusky Ohio, is a rollercoaster lover's paradise. In addition, the park has a marina, a white sand beach, live entertainment, fair food, and all sorts of amusement park attractions. There's so much to do you'll want to spend more than one day. To help you find a place to stay, there's a list of the top Cedar Point area hotels.
Cedar Point, on the shores of Lake Erie just outside of Sandusky Ohio, is a rollercoaster lover's paradise. In addition, the park has a marina, a white sand beach, live entertainment, fair food, and all sorts of amusement park attractions. There's so much to do you'll want to spend more than one day. To help you find a place to stay, there's a list of the top Cedar Point area hotels.
Great Wolf Lodge, Sandusky
Located near Sandusky on US 250 just north of Route 2 and the Ohio Turnpike, Great Wolf Lodge is likely to make Sandusky a year-round tourist destination. Along with 271 suites, Great Wolf Lodge (formerly known as Great Bear Lodge) features one of the world's largest indoor waterparks for year-round fun. Learn more about this indoor family fun place from the About Guide to Columbus Ohio.
Located near Sandusky on US 250 just north of Route 2 and the Ohio Turnpike, Great Wolf Lodge is likely to make Sandusky a year-round tourist destination. Along with 271 suites, Great Wolf Lodge (formerly known as Great Bear Lodge) features one of the world's largest indoor waterparks for year-round fun. Learn more about this indoor family fun place from the About Guide to Columbus Ohio.
Cedar Point
Located just over an hour's drive from downtown Cleveland, on the shores of Lake Erie, Cedar Point Amusement Park offers more roller coasters than any other park in the world as well as live stage shows, dozens of rides, a white sand beach, and lots of fun for all ages.
Located just over an hour's drive from downtown Cleveland, on the shores of Lake Erie, Cedar Point Amusement Park offers more roller coasters than any other park in the world as well as live stage shows, dozens of rides, a white sand beach, and lots of fun for all ages.
Lakeside Ohio
Lakeside Ohio, founded in 1873, is a year-round community that emphasizes spiritual growth, education, and cultural enrichment. Located along the Lake Erie shore about halfway between Cleveland and Toledo, Lakeside is one of the few remaining 19th century Chautauquas (learning and cultural retreats).
Lakeside Ohio, founded in 1873, is a year-round community that emphasizes spiritual growth, education, and cultural enrichment. Located along the Lake Erie shore about halfway between Cleveland and Toledo, Lakeside is one of the few remaining 19th century Chautauquas (learning and cultural retreats).
Put-in-Bay Ohio
Put-in-Bay, located on South Bass Island, just north of Sandusky and Port Clinton Ohio, is Ohio's Lake Erie playground. Cut off in the winter, the island comes alive in the summer with antique stores, a vibrant marina, lots of lively bars and restaurants, and a home-grown brewery and historic winery. Put-in-Bay belongs in every Clevelander's summer plans.
Put-in-Bay, located on South Bass Island, just north of Sandusky and Port Clinton Ohio, is Ohio's Lake Erie playground. Cut off in the winter, the island comes alive in the summer with antique stores, a vibrant marina, lots of lively bars and restaurants, and a home-grown brewery and historic winery. Put-in-Bay belongs in every Clevelander's summer plans.