Ottawa County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular cities in Ottawa County

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Port Clinton
Known for Lakes, Ports and Islands
Port Clinton awaits: its lake views, festivals, beaches and more!

Reasons to visit

  • African Safari Wildlife Park
  • Catawba Island State Park
  • Fisherman's Wharf
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A tall monument at sunset, a frozen body of water, and a pier with railings.
Put-in-Bay
Known for Islands, Bars and Monuments
The historical site of the Battle of Lake Erie gets a modern makeover as Ohio’s top getaway destination.

Reasons to visit

  • South Bass Island State Park
  • Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial
  • Oak Point State Park
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An aerial view of a coastal town with a marina filled with boats, surrounded by lush greenery and residential areas.
Marblehead
Known for Lakes, Family-friendly and Recreation
Escape to quaint Marblehead! Enjoy its lake views and basketball.

Reasons to visit

  • Marblehead Lighthouse
  • East Harbor State Park
  • Marblehead Lighthouse State Park
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Oak Harbor
Known for Ports, Sunrises and Lakes
Escape to relaxing Oak Harbor! Enjoy its sunrises, fishing and wildlife.

Reasons to visit

  • Magee Marsh Wildlife Area
  • Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
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Elmore
Elmore
Venture to sights like Schedel Gardens and Arboretum as you discover the local area in Elmore.
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Genoa
Genoa
Head to Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge and Magee Marsh Wildlife Area—just two of the sights around Genoa.
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Stay near popular Ottawa County attractions

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Photo by Steve Ignowski
Open Photo by Steve Ignowski

African Safari Wildlife Park

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Take the family on an outing to African Safari Wildlife Park during your trip to Port Clinton. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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