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Summer on the Water near Toledo, Ohio
Posted 11 months ago by Angela B
Some might say that the best part of summer is spending time by the water. Being on the water can be relaxing, adventurous, fun, or leave you in awe of nature.
Suggestions to Make Your Summer Amazing
Swimming
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Ever visited Stoney Creek Metropark in Shelby Township, MI?  |
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White Star Quarry in Gibsonburg, Ohio is a little-known piece of paradise.  |
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Swim, fish, relax at Pontiac Lake Recreation Area in Waterford, Michigan.  |
Riverboat Cruises
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Take a riverboat cruise while visiting Detroit, Michigan  |
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Toledo, Ohio has a hidden gem in cruising down the Maumee.  |
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Explore the waters of Lake St. Clair, Michigan with this cruise.  |
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Take the Bavarian Belle Riverboat in scenic Frankenmuth, Michigan.  |
Pontoons
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Irish Hills, Michigan is a quiet place to enjoy nature’s beauty.  |
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Enjoy the turquoise waters of Torch Lake, Michigan.  |
Historic Waters
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The historic city of Lakeside, Ohio has many fun activities for the whole family.  |
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Ride the Historic Vermilion River on the Mystic Belle River Boat in Vermilion, Ohio.  |
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Sit by the water and watch the boats pass by at Mackinac Island, Michigan.  |
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Grab a picnic and head to Island Park in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  |
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The Toledo Metroparks in Ohio has various water experiences, but the canals are the most historic.  |
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Belle Isle in Detroit, Michigan is a whimsical spot that takes you back in time on the Detroit River.  |
Canoes
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Try your canoeing skills down the Muddy Maumee in Grand Rapids, Ohio.  |
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Or, the Sandusky River in Tiffin, Ohio.  |
Ferry Rides
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Hop a ferry boat at Port Clinton, Ohio.  |
National Parks
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Try kayaking at Pictured Rocks in Michigan.  |
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Sleeping Bear Dunes in Empire, Michigan is the perfect place to relax by the water.  |
Tubes / Paddle Boards / Kayaks
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South Chagrin Reservation in Bentleyville, OH is a local favorite for tubing.  |
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Have a kayaking adventure in Tecumseh, Michigan.  |
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Cruise down the River Raisin in Monroe, Michigan.  |
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Grab a tube and cruise down the river in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  |
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Jackson, Michigan is one of the great places you can grab a paddle board.  |
Jet Skis
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Jump on a Jet ski at Put-in-Bay in South Bass Island, Ohio.  |
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Or, find your adventure at Sawmill Creek in Sandusky, Ohio.  |
Also, check out these places for canoeing and kayaking
Metroparks Kayaking Concessions
Argo and Gallop Canoe Liveries
Skip’s Huron River Canoe Livery
Portage River Paddling Company
Other things to do on Lake Erie
Other websites to get great suggestions
Top 16 Watercraft Rentals in Ohio
Library resources
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Toledo Library Travel Blog Posts
Time to Start Planning Your Next Vacation
Haunted Midwest Travel for Those Who Dare!
Disclaimer: The information included in this blog post is for educational purpose only. The Toledo Lucas County Public Library does not endorse any businesses featured in this blog post.
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