What to do and see in Ohio, United States: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

Canoe through the unspoiled, cool and clear waters of the Mad River in Champaign County. The Mad River is an excellent river for you to discover the great outdoors by canoe. The river in our section, for the most part, is just 2-3 feet deep, with some very small pools reaching 5 feet. The water is clear enough to see the river bottom your entire trip. It has a light current, based on recent weather, to carry you along, but is not so strong that you can't paddle against it if you want to try your paddling skills. Short shallow rapids along the way provide a pleasurable change of pace. Many families and groups have found the Mad River to be a great way to discover the wonderful enjoyment of canoeing in Ohio!

West River Paddle Sports a family owned outfit offering rentals and lessons specializing in paddleboards, kayaks and canoes. We are located at Captains Corner Marina on West River Rd. between the Vermilion Water Tower and the Liberty Ave. bridge With a focus on safety we will provide guidelines, short set and guided lessons to get you on the water. Visitors can rent the by the hour, half day and daily, overnight if you're camping or staying in a cottage in Vermilion. *** CLOSED FOR THE WINTER - WILL OPEN MAY 1ST, 2016

The #1 Lake Erie Fishing Charters Service serving Port Clinton & the Western Basin of Lake Erie for over 40 years. The most popular charter boat service, we continue to also be #1 in customer satisfaction year after year!!! Our charter service is large enough to handle any size fishing group, yet because of our modest beginnings as well as family and friends who still help us every day, we treat each customer like they were family and friends too So if your looking for that fishing charter service on Lake Erie that is a cut above the rest, that will provide a fishing memory of a lifetime and that can handle all of your trip’s needs with one phone call, then you should call Sea Breeze Charters today!

Burning River Adventures is your first choice in kayak and canoe rentals down the beautiful Cuyahoga River. Choose from three different trip options and enjoy the best sites in Northeast Ohio. Families and groups are welcome! Please park in the Waterworks parking lot and the bus will drop you off at your trip of choice and the trip will conclude back where you began in Waterworks park!

Relax and cruise the beautiful waters of Lake Erie and The Islands aboard a captained 48ft sailing yacht. Lake Erie Sailing Charters specializes in sunset cruises, day sails, Put-In-Bay/The Islands sailing excursions, and custom charters. Lake Erie Sailing Charters operates in the waters of Lake Erie from Toledo to Sandusky. Water and soft drinks provided. Feel free to bring snacks or your alcohol of choice. 6-passenger maximum. Please visit our website for pricing and details. Follow Lake Erie Sailing Charters on Facebook. Operating May-Nov.

Located on the island of Put-in-Bay, Freshwater Charters offers the opportunity to go out and catch the big Walleye, Perch and Bass. Locally owned and operated by Capt. Cliff Fulton, Freshwater Charters can be your one stop Lake Erie destination. Get out and see the islands, experience the lake up close and catch the big one. We offer customized fishing charters to accommodate 6 people or less.

Pontoon boat tours, customized daily to suit your group or join in public tours on M-W-F. Clean and comfortable 24'boats with friendly and safe captains who share information about the history, wildlife, and local events. Scenic beauty on a chain of seven lakes with refreshments included. Additional breakfast, lunch and dinner options available or stop at lakeside eateries. Season May 1 thru September 30. The Portage Princess, a large tour boat carrying up to 45 people is available for Private tours and parties. Adding in 2018 is Live on the Lakes, with live acoustic music and Karaoke designed for adults - every Thursday departing from The Upper Deck at 6pm.

Breakaway Excursions rents kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and fishing boats at LaDue Reservoir and on the Cuyahoga River. We also, teach beginner paddling and self-rescue classes at the lake. We specialize in group outings and will customize paddle and dine experiences for family parties, groups and businesses.

An incredibly unique experience that’s perfect for bachelor/bachelorette parties, birthdays, wedding parties, date-nights, cycle teams, corporate team-building and more, BrewBoat CLE ferries up to 14 guests at a time aboard our daily cruises on the Cuyahoga River. Be our guest and BYOB your favorite beer or wine, crank your tunes and cycle Cleveland’s picturesque waterfront on a Northeast Ohio sightseeing experience unlike anything else.

Adventure tours on Kelleys Island by bicycle or by kayak. See the most pristine areas of the Island, learn the history, get up close and personal with nature, and have a great time. We offer daily hike/bike tours through the parks and preserves, as well as kayak tours to the island treasures, and nightly sunset tours on kayaks. We provide all the equipment and instruction so you can relax and have fun, enjoy the island and have an adventure to remember. We can personalize some tours if needed, and can adjust the rigor of tours to suit individuals or groups. All tours, especially kayak tours are weather permitting, safety first! If you don't see the tour you want at the time you need, please contact us and we will adjust tour times or types if able.