Sypherd's Cycles

Sypherd Cycles has been a family run business within Lakeside since 1977. They specialize in bike repair with over 60 years of repair experience. They offer late model, 4 and 6 person, electric and gas golf carts for rent.

Marblehead Lighthouse

The Marblehead Lighthouse, built in 1821, is the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the Great Lakes. Now a State Park, the Marblehead Lighthouse Historical Society offers tours of the lighthouse, a museum located in the old Keeper’s House, and various seasonal events and festivals throughout the year.

Kelleys Island Ferry

The ferry to Kelleys Island is a short walk from Red Fern Inn. The ferry runs approximately every hour, with more frequent services at peak times and on holiday weekends. This family-owned and operated business provides a short 20-minute ferry ride to and from the island, with great views of the Lake Erie Islands, the Marblehead Lighthouse, Put-in-Bay and Cedar Point.

Magee Marsh

Visit Magee Marsh Wildlife Area to take in the sights and sounds of local wildlife. Magee Marsh is a perfect activity all year round - take a break from the summer sun with a shady walk, or plan a visit to immerse yourself in the fall foliage. Spring is Magee Marsh's claim to fame, when huge numbers of North American warblers stop through as part of their annual migration. The arrival of large populations of these songbirds draws crowds to take in the beauty of the park and these gorgeous birds.

Put-In-Bay

The small island of Put-in-Bay is a popular tourist destination offering plenty of activities for the whole family. Visit the nation’s third-tallest monument or the Lake Erie Historical Museum. Take a historic home tour, or dine at one of the island’s many popular restaurants. Or, you could spend the day golfing, fishing, jet skiing, parasailing, or shopping – there’s something for everyone!

Cedar Point

Nicknamed "America's Roller Coast," the legendary Cedar Point is the second-oldest operating amusement park in the country. Just a short drive away in neaby Sandusky, Cedar Point features 72 rides including 16 rollercoasters. Consistently named the "Best Amusement Park in the World," Cedar Point offers thrills and fun for all ages.

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Johnson's Island

Johnson's Island is a 300-acre island in Sandusky Bay, located on the coast of Lake Erie. Johnson's Island was a Union prison for Confederate officers during the American Civil War. During its three years of operation, more than 15,000 men were incarcerated there. The Johnson’s Island Museum was opened in the summer of 2001. Exhibits cover all facets of the island’s history including the Civil War POW Depot, the Pleasure Resort, and the quarry operations. The only area open to the public is the Confederate cemetery. No other areas are open to the public. The cemetery is the only site remaining from the original POW Depot that is open to the public.

The Johnson’s Island Museum (currently located in Sandusky, Ohio) opened in the summer of 2001 and has since been relocated to provide additional space to display more images, artifacts, letters, and other materials about Johnson’s Island. Exhibits cover all facets of the island’s history including the Civil War POW Depot, the Pleasure Resort, and the quarry operations. Johnson’s Island Museum / Information Center Moved to Ohio Veterans Home located at 3416 Columbus Ave, Sandusky Ohio 44870. For more information call 419-625-2454.