What to do and see in Ohio, United States: The Best Beaches

November 3, 2021 Agatha Simes

If you are looking for an active place to stay with world-class attractions, Ohio’s major cities can satisfy any vacation desire. Each offers its own distinct flavor of fun, from professional sports – Bengals (Cincinnati), Cavaliers (Cleveland) and Indians (Cleveland again) – to museums, outdoor activities and more. One of the most famous is the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. If football is your thing, don’t miss the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton. For the science-minded, visit the meat eaters at the Carnivore Conservation Center in the Wilds near Cambridge, dedicated to the breeding and scientific study of endangered mid-sized carnivores. Kids will also love Planet Snoopy in Sandusky or the Columbus Zoo’s Zoombezi Bay Waterpark and Jack’s Landing rides.
Restaurants in Ohio

1. Edgewater Beach

Cleveland Memorial Shoreway, Cleveland, OH 44102
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Edgewater Beach

2. Columbia Park

25436 Lake Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140-2623
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Columbia Park

3. Fox Island State Park

Oh-708, Russells Point, OH 43348
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Fox Island State Park

4. Maumee Bay State Park

1400 State Park Rd, Oregon, OH 43616-5632 +1 419-836-7758 http://www.maumeebaystateparklodge.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 314 reviews

Maumee Bay State Park

Reviewed By lzuga - Columbus, United States

Years ago on our first visit to Maumee Bay State Park Camp ground we found a camp ground of largely open meadows and small scrubby bushes around the sites rather short on privacy. Now with those bushes and trees grown the obvious efforts of the camp’s designers to create a venue with more private sites for the rapidly growing RV camping crowd have proven successful. The sites are adequately spaced, the terrain is flat and the paved roads and RV parking pads are wide enough to easily accommodate big rig RVers but also allow for the tent camper to have the sought after privacy and relative seclusion. Though the park was designed predominately for the RVer, tent campers can feel comfortable, especially when making use of the modern and well maintained restrooms. However, those restrooms are quite a hike from some of the more remote sites so choose your site carefully if not equipped with your own RV toilet. A cold or rainy hike in the in the wee hours may be in the offing, and being on the lake nights are often quite chilly. Among Ohio’s parks Maumee Bay is one of the system’s gems. A beautiful camping area close to the numerous activities of Toledo and nearby the famous Tony Packo’s restaurant (reference Klinger’s M.A.S.H. recollections) and the new Museum of The Great Lakes.

5. Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park Beach

301 Huntington Beach Dr., Fairport Harbor, OH 44077 +1 440-639-9972 http://www.lakemetroparks.com/parks-trails/fairport-harbor-lakefront-park-2
Excellent
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4.5 based on 52 reviews

Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park Beach

Reviewed By arY8938RI

Really nice clean park. Very clean, had outdoor shower to clean off sand from feet, and ice cream shop was open. Was only $3 to park.

6. Lakeview Park

1800 W Erie Ave, Lorain, OH 44052-1250 +1 440-245-1193 [email protected] http://www.metroparks.cc/lakeview-park.php
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4.5 based on 121 reviews

Lakeview Park

Reviewed By Loretta05 - Huron, United States

The most beautiful sunsets have been recorded on digital as well as well, just people enjoying the many facets of this park.....the rose garden, the little restaurant, the beach, the volleyball, the view !!! Love it !!

7. Main Street Beach

Main street, Vermilion, OH https://www.vermilionoh.us/visitor-info/parks--beaches/
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4.5 based on 79 reviews

Main Street Beach

Reviewed By 239debbyy

We visited Vermillion and walked to the beach to see the lake and the lighthouse. The lighthouse is very small and the view at sunset there is amazing

8. Rocky River Park

20250 Beachcliff Blvd, Rocky River, OH 44116 +1 440-356-5657
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Rocky River Park

Reviewed By mpharveyco - Rocky River, United States

Rocky River park is small, well maintained and beautiful. It is a gem of the City. Folks bring their lunch or use the pavilion. I walk my dogs every day. This winter they added Christmas lights on Beachcliff Drive. Very nice touch.

9. Nickel Plate Beach

Nickel Plate Drive, Huron, OH https://www.cityofhuron.org/government/departments/parks-and-recreation
Excellent
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4.0 based on 116 reviews

Nickel Plate Beach

Reviewed By erieshark - Huron, United States

It's a living lake so don't go by reviews of the conditions at the time people review it. The Lake looks clear under certain conditions, and it looks uninviting when the winds kick up the sand and the bottom of the lake. Yes, from time to time you will see a dead fish but that is nature. What this hidden gem brings is a great expanse of sandy beach at a bargain price of $5 parking fee. There is family owned restaurant that is not mentioned but should be: The Sand Bar. It is a native favorite with daily blue plate specials. You have to drive or walk a few blocks to hometown restaurants like Berardi's or Marconis (just dinner).But dress accordingly in shorts and shirts.

10. Crystal Beach

State Route 79, Buckeye Lake, OH
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Crystal Beach

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