Are you in need of a good old-fashioned beach day? This summer, take to the coast for a day and enjoy the fresh water, natural sand and beautiful views of our majestic Great Lake. The following are 5 of our favorite Lake Erie beaches in Ohio that will make you feel like you’re at the ocean—without all the jellyfish, sharks, and other salt water creatures, of course.

1. Maumee Bay State Park Beach (Oregon)
Maumee Bay State Park Beach, Oregon, OH 43616, USA
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First up on our list of the best beaches in Ohio is the absolutely beautiful Maumee Bay State Park Beach. This half-a-mile-long beach features an amphitheater for special entertainment, an inland lake for smoother swimming, a large inflatable water slide, beach volleyball and boat rentals. The park's campground is also popular for both locals and visitors alike.
2. Nickel Plate Beach (Huron)
Nickel Plate Beach, Huron, OH 44839, USA
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Tucked away behind several charming cottages is where you'll find Nickel Plate Beach in the small coastal Ohio town of Huron. In addition to some beach volleyball nets, you'll find some playground equipment for the little ones on this beach.

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3. Headlands Beach State Park (Mentor)
Headlands Beach State Park, 9601 Headlands Rd, Mentor, OH 44060, USA
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Among the cleanest Lake Erie beaches is Headlands Beach State Park, which features a mile-long natural sand beach that’s unbelievably picturesque. It's actually the longest natural sand beach in the state of Ohio. In the distance, you'll notice a beautiful lighthouse, which has stood there lighting the way since the mid-1920s. There's also a 0.15-mile boardwalk trail along this waterfront park. It's short, sweet and stunning.
4. Breakwater Beach (Geneva State Park)
Breakwater Beach, Geneva, OH 44041, USA
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While the entire state park is gorgeous, the beach at Geneva State Park is absolutely unparalleled. Warm, smooth sands and picture picture views of Lake Erie await you at every turn at this little-known beach. Bring your camera because the sunrises and sunsets are not to be missed!
5. Walnut Beach (Ashtabula)
Walnut Beach Park, West 1st Street &, Walnut Blvd, Ashtabula, OH 44004, USA
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One of the most little-known Lake Erie beaches features a nearby playground and a picturesque view of the Ashtabula Lighthouse. You'll also find interesting rocks and pieces of driftwood along this pretty little beach.

Have you been to any of these beaches before? If so, which ones were your favorites? We’d love it if you would share your experiences in the comments section below!

For more beautiful places to swim in Ohio, check out our previous article: These 6 Ohio Quarry Lakes Are Perfect For A Day Of Fun In The Sun.

If you’re still in the mood for more outdoor Ohio adventures, then be sure to check out this video about the beautiful Holden Arboretum & Gardens:

 

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  • Ferrante Winery & Ristorante in Geneva is located in a stunning setting just outside of the boundaries of the city of Cleveland.
  • Valley Vineyards in Morrow has been a national award-winning winery since 1970.
  • Debonné Vineyards in Madison stretches over 175 acres and is Ohio's largest estate winery.

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Where can we find rivers in Ohio?

  • The Scioto River borders the downtown area of Columbus and provides spectacular views at sunrise.
  • The Maumee River is another river that rings a major city skyline, in that case, Toledo.
  • The Little Miami River is the place to go for some of the best kayaking and canoeing in the state.

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Where can we find playgrounds in Ohio?

  • Knights Field Park Playground in Wooster encompasses a typical playground, horseshoe pits, a mini-city, and in the summer a splash ground.
  • Ravenna Community Playground in Chestnut Hills Park is a totally cool medieval-themed play place.
  • The Akron Fossils and Science Center in Copley features a playground, zipline, obstacle courses and a Dino-Kiddieland.

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