Be Inspired. Invigorated. Renewed, and Entertained
Dip your toes in Lake Erie. Stroll sand beaches. Sample succulent Catawba peaches and other farm-fresh produce. Tap your toes at musical performances. Climb to the top of a historic lighthouse. Dance the night away at area pubs. View breathtaking Lake Erie sunsets. Zip across Lake Erie in a high-speed catamaran, or enjoy a leisurely journey aboard a ferryboat. Reel in trophy-sized catches of walleye, feisty smallmouth and tasty perch.
Creating the Perfect Getaway
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| Lake Erie Islands Region Welcome Center |
During your stay, we invite you to stop by the Lake Erie Islands Regional Welcome Center, a state-of-the-art welcome center offering exhibits and information about regional attractions and activities.
Here’s just some of what you will see;
- A display of local Lake Erie fish species.
- Movies highlighting the Lake Erie region.
- Kids play area within a replica of Oliver Hazard Perry’s flagship, THE LAWRENCE, from the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812.
- Replicas of the Tin Goose, the first airplane to service the Lake Erie Islands
- Lakeside exhibit detailing the story and attractions of this Victorian lakefront village.
- Birdwatching display with interactive telescope.
- Replica of the Marblehead Lighthouse.
- Talking walleye, plus more surprises.
Stop in for free maps and brochures, updated events, lodging locator assistance, direct phone connection to many lodging facilities, current weather forecasts, fishing reports, bird sightings, and discounted tickets to attractions and ferryboats.
For help in planning your visit, call the travel counselors at the
Ottawa County Visitors Bureau at 1-800-441-1271
Ottawa County Visitors Bureau
770 S.E. Catawba Rd.
Port Clinton, Ohio 43452
800.441.1271
e-mail: tourism@lake-erie.com
