Shores & Islands, Ohio Sports Facilities
Boundless adventures and discoveries await at Shores & Islands Ohio.Introduction
Shores & Islands, Ohio
The success of hosting the NHL Outdoors, followed by bringing in an expansion ECHL team and continuing to expand its sports infrastructure for a wide range of tournaments and events has solidified Lake Tahoe as a premier sporting destination. Key more recent additions include Tahoe Blue Event Center in 2023, home to Knight Monsters ice hockey, and South Lake Tahoe Recreation & Aquatics Center.
Along with sports and events to enjoy year-round, Lake Tahoe has incredible views of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range and plentiful nature to explore. Visitors can soar high above the treetops on the Heavenly Gondola, where panoramic views stretch across two states, or glide over sapphire waters with Lake Tahoe Boat Tours, discovering hidden coves and postcard-perfect shorelines along the way.
Between competitions, teams and families find plenty to enjoy off the field. The bustling Heavenly Village offers boutique shopping, cozy cafés and après-ski energy that lasts long after sunset, while Lake Tahoe’s beaches provide the perfect unwind with golden sand and cool breezes that make every tournament weekend feel like a getaway.
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Don’t just take our word for it, hear what these planners had to say.
“Shores & Islands Ohio has been instrumental in the development and success of the Santa Hustle race series. From its inception in Sandusky years ago, the CVB has worked with us step- by-step to help our event flourish. We could not have had such quick and overwhelming success without their support and professionalism; they are truly an example of the kind of CVB that makes it happen!”
— Aaron B Del Mar, Founder & CEO, Adrenaline Sports Management
Jon Limber
Email: Jon@shoresandislands.com
(419) 483-7299
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All-Ages Amusement Park Attractions
Discover exciting amusements throughout the region for groups of all ages. Cedar Point Amusement Park & Cedar Point Shores Waterpark has something for everyone, with adrenaline-pumping roller coasters, family-friendly rides, live shows, and immersive dining experiences. At Kalahari Resort and Waterpark, the Midwest’s largest indoor waterpark, test your skills at indoor surfing and bodyboarding. Kalahari’s Safari Outdoor Adventure Park boasts a zip line, ropes course, climbing wall, mini golf, and an animal park. For a unique adventure, the African Safari Wildlife Park is a must-visit. Groups can see free-ranging animals, including bison, giraffes, zebras, deer, and more, and feed them from the comfort of a safari vehicle. Head to Ohio’s largest indoor inflatable adventure park at Adventure Play, where everyone, from toddlers to adults, will enjoy jumping and playing.
Lake & River Activities
For active groups, rent jet skis, paddleboards, kayaks, parasails, and other vessels and explore the majesty of Lake Erie. Anglers can hop aboard a fishing charter and reel in a catch for some of the best fishing in the Midwest. Those seeking a relaxing experience on the water, take a narrated scenic cruise or paddle-wheel tour along the historic Vermilion River and take in picturesque lagoons and upriver landscapes. Sailing is a popular pastime here, with plenty of options to board a sailing yacht and explore Lake Erie during day sails, sunset cruises and island excursions.
Lighthouse Tours
The Marblehead Lighthouse is one of Lake Erie’s best-known and most-photographed landmarks. It is the oldest lighthouse in continuous operation on the Great Lakes. Visitors can climb to the top of the lighthouse during the summer season for spectacular views of the lake and its distant islands. History buffs will enjoy stopping by the replica lifesaving station with a museum of US Coast Guard activities and visiting the gift shop. Tour the restored Port Clinton Lighthouse, built in 1896, and glimpse historical artifacts and a keeper’s rowboat on display. Explore the South Bass Island Lighthouse from dawn to dusk, with group tours available. View other iconic lighthouses from the outside, including Huron Lighthouse and Fishing Pier, Cedar Point Lighthouse, and Vermilion Lighthouse.
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