Location: Port Clinton
Top Things to do in Port Clinton
8 Free Things to do in Port Clinton That You Shouldn't Miss
Port Clinton is a city in and the county seat of Ottawa County, Ohio, United States, about 44 miles east of Toledo. The population was 6,056 at the 2010 census. The city has been nicknamed the "Walleye Capital of the World."
Restaurants in Port Clinton
1. Ottawa County Visitor's Bureau
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
The Lake Erie Shores & Islands Welcome Center offers brochures, maps, discount coupons, Wi-Fi, interactive displays, lodging locator service, highlight videos, public restrooms, and helpful staff with valuable hints and travel tips for guests. Website includes a comprehensive listing of attractions, lodging facilities, restaurants, shops, local events, live entertainment, and more. #LakeErieLove
Reviewed By A2222TVwilliamh - Toledo, United States
Travel stop with clean rest rooms and plenty of information, (also has a person at the information desk), about the areas restaurants, hotels, bed and breakfast, places of interest, all kinds of maps. Also has some great displays inside of building
2. Slater's Madison Street Pub
3. Lakeview Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By 439brooker
This park offers some very unique playground equipment. It has a zip line swing, sit in merry go round, saucer swing, along with normal swings, slides, etc. It is handicap accessible with several handicap swings. The park has a few nice pavilions, picnic tables, and a snack bar. It is directly across the street from the city beach.
4. Twin Oast Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By rpsw11 - Albuquerque, United States
1st time at TWIN Oast Brewing and had an enjoyable evening. Friendly service and nice outdoor setting with plenty of space between tables and people. On the weekend it is recommended to get there by 5:30pm if you are planning to eat (vs. just drinking beer & wine) and do not want to wait for a table for 30+ minutes. You are NOT able to place your food order until you have a table because they will ask you for the table #. There is no waiting list for tables. It is on 1st come, 1st serve and you need to find your table. You can bring you own chairs if you you just want to enjoy the beer & wine and listen to the music, which starts around 6pm. The Burgers, Fish Tacos, and Pizza are perfect for this venue. Plenty of beer selection for everyone's taste. I will return next time I am in this area.
5. Cheese Haven
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By BonnieBee3
Exceptional selection of meats, cheeses, smoked fish, unique gifts, wine, soda pop and candies! My husband and I have traveled to and lived in multiple states; we know the specialty stores that we always go back to whenever an opportunity arises. Cheese Haven has been added to that special list! This store has made it to our "must stop" itinerary for future travels to Port Clinton, OH!
6. Catawba Island State Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By 718teresag - Alamosa, United States
This is a very nice state park with nice views across the water. We visited 2-3 times on our trip, to take our dog for long walks. There is also a beach area, which would be nice to visit in the warm summertime. There is a huge camping area, a boat launch & a kayak launch area. Lots of birds of all over the place. Great place to go for a walk or picnic, no admission fee.
7. Catawba Island Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 34 reviews
The Catawba Island Brewing Co. Brewery and Tasting Room is an open-air building with large windows and tons of natural lighting. 12 beers and a cider on tap, over 20 wines and a small whiskey selection. Bar, high top, couch and patio seating available. Entertainment every Friday and Saturday night.
Reviewed By Angie2996 - Newark, United States
We came to the Catawba Brewing Company Halloween party for two years in a row. The costumes have been amazing and the music good.
8. Port Clinton Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Omnigreen - Port Clinton, United States
I live in this community and I know what went into getting this lighthouse renovated and relocated close to where it originally stood. It has helped in saving this portion of the lakefront from any future development and created a new destination for locals and tourists alike. Festivals and weddings have been celebrated on the steps of this cute little lighthouse. And rumor has it there soon may be a boathouse too. There are picnic tables, benches, a nice shade tree and a small fishing pond right at the lighthouse itself. A fishing pier is near by located on the Portage River and Lake Erie. And you could walk the beach along the marsh enjoying the surrounding nature. It is great little lighthouse with historical ambiance in the small community of Port Clinton.
