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City in Ohio, United States
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Port Clinton, "The Walleye Capital of the World", is a fishing village and vacation spot on the north shore of Ohio. Most visitors to Port Clinton are parking and boarding boats and ferries to enjoy Lake Erie and Lake Erie Islands. It is a very clean and friendly place with plenty of places to sleep, eat and drink. The waterfront is downtown and the activity surrounds the marinas. Ferries leave to the islands frequently. With a population of 6,000 in 2019, it is the only city in Ottawa County. Locals refer to Port Clinton as one of Ohio's quaint drinking villages, with an occasional fishing problem.
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An aviation museum at the Erie Ottawa International Airport with a heavy emphasis on aviation from the 1920s to the 1940s.
A popular spot for watching large birds, such as eagles.
Sample more than 30 flavors of popcorn including Vanilla Butternut, Rootbeer, Jelly Bean and so on. The production process is done in front of customers.
This drive-thru safari has exotic animals, camel and pony rides, entertaining and educational animal shows, pig races, gift shop, picnic facilities, a snack bar and café and grill.
(SR 53) 18-hole mini-golf, go-carts, bumper boats, arcade, pizza. Open Memorial Day/Labor Day.
National Guard Base with one of the largest firing ranges in the world. Often has open ranges for civilian marksmanship.
Apr 1-Oct 31
(SR 163).
Head-boats - $30-35 per head.
(SR 53). Discount tickets for ferry boats, attractions, maps, restrooms. Open year around.
Dine inside, outside or carry-out. Fresh Lake Erie fish, shrimp, soups. Great food! Closed part of winter.
Classic American diner at the airport.
Free breakfast & WiFi
CPLCC
Accepts civilians.
The largest cheese ohop in Ohio. Providing cheese, smoked meat and fish, BBQ ribs, wine, beer, candy since 1949. Some free samples for tasting.
By car
From Columbus, head north on US 23 to Ohio State Route 4. At Ohio 2 head West. Exit OH 2 at the first OH 163 exit.
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