Maumee Bay Lodge and Conference Center

Nearby Activities, Attractions, & Points of Interest

Taylor Recreation

Taylor Recreation is located in Maumee Bay State Park on the shores of Lake Erie. Rentals include: Jet Skis, Fishing Skiff, Hobie Cat Sailboats, Pontoon Boats, Ocean Kayaks and Canoes. Banana Boat rides and a Giant Waterslide are also available. Each watercraft rental includes life vests, gas, comprehensive instruction and lots of fun. For more information visit: Taylor Recreation Website.  

Cedar Point

With a history dating back to 1870, Cedar Point, located only 45 minutes away in Sandusky, OH is the second oldest amusement park in North America featuring some of the tallest and fastest scream machines around.  This thrill-seekers' paradise also boasts a waterpark, four resort hotels, a RV campground (including cottages and cabins), two marinas, an entertainment complex and much more. Cedar Point was recently named the “Best Amusement Park in the World” in 2005 for a record eighth consecutive year in an international survey conducted by the readers of Amusement Today, an industry publication that covers amusement park and waterpark news and trends. To learn more, visit: Cedar Point Website.   

The Toledo Zoo

The Toledo Zoo is known as the world's most complete zoo. The Toledo Zoo is just the right size for an afternoon visit or an all-day affair! State-of-the-art exhibits together with historical architecture are fully blended to provide our animals with the best possible environment and offer our visitors an exciting experience. The Toledo Zoo is home to over 4,000 animals representing 600 different species, making it a unique, educational and fun place to visit anytime of the year. The Toledo Zoo's Web Site contains information on everything from the Zoo's exhibits and history to schedules for its educational classes. For more information visit: Toledo Zoo Website.  

The Toledo Museum of Art

See one of America's finest art collections in a building of exceptional beauty. For an hour or a day, discover treasures from ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, riches within a medieval cloister, and splendors in a room from a French chateau. Superb paintings, glass, sculpture, furniture, silver, tapestries and graphic arts await you in elegant galleries. Marvel at great works by such masters as El Greco, Rubens, Rembrandt, Gainsborough, Turner, van Gogh, Degas, Monet, Matisse, Picasso, Remington, Hopper, and Nevelson. To learn more visit: Toledo Museum's Website.  

Cabela's And Bass Pro Shop

These two mega-sportsperson super stores are dedicated to wildlife conservation. Each store offers a large selection of outdoor equipment, gear and apparel. The displays in each store are worth the visit alone. Cabela's is located in Dundee MI, about 45 minutes northwest of Maumee Bay Lodge. Bass Pro Shop is located about 30 minutes southwest of the Lodge. For more information visit either:

Cabela's

or

Bass Pro

Put-In-Bay, Port Clinton and Marblehead

Put-In-Bay invites you to discover an island in Ohio. The deep blue waters surrounding this small resort island in Lake Erie's western basin are a recreational paradise. Whether you plan to enjoy a day of fishing or a night on the town, relax for a weekend or bask in our sun for the season; once you visit Put-in-Bay, On shore you can also visit the historic and tourist towns of Port Clinton and Marblehead. The Marblehead Lighthouse State Park is an attraction that you will not want to miss. For more information about these areas that are only 45 minutes east of Maumee Bay you can visit: Shores and Islands Website.  

The Lake Erie Circle Tour

The Lake Erie Circle Tour is a self-driving tour, which travels the entire Lake from east to west, including Greater Toledo, Ottawa County, Erie County, Lorain County, Greater Cleveland, Lake County and Ashtabula County. In Ohio, this 200-mile route travels the federal and state highways that hug the shore along the coast of Lake Erie. Follow the green and white, square Lake Erie Circle Tour signs posted throughout the route. Learn more by visiting: Lake Erie Circle Tour Website.  

Imagination Station

Imagination Station (formally known as COSI) is a hands-on science center located on the riverfront in downtown Toledo that has welcomed over 3 million visitors since originally opening in 1997. The science center is filled with over 250 amazing interactive exhibits. Imagination Station is closed on Mondays. For more information visit: Imagination Station Toledo Website.  

Hollywood Casino

One of Ohio's first casino's is scheduled to open in the spring of 2012. This state of the art facility is located on the shores of the Maumee River just 20 minutes southwest of the Lodge. For more information visit: Hollywood Casino Toledo Website.  

Magee Marsh, Metzger Marsh and Ottawa NWF Wildlife Area

A 2000-acre marsh that is well known for being a birding "hot spot". Several trails and observation towers offer visitors excellent opportunities for spectacular bird watching. The Sportsmen's Migratory Bird Center houses an extensive habitat display area. These wonderful sanctuaries are located only a few miles east of Maumee Bay State Park. Contact via phone at 419. 898.0960 or  e-mail at mary.warren@dnr.state.oh.us.   

Pearson Metropark

Located 5 minutes from Maumee Bay Lodge, Pearson Metropark is one of the two most visited Toledo Metroparks. Pearson offers a wide variety of activities as well as an excellent example of a swamp forest - one of the last remaining stands of the Great Black Swamp. Pearson has a large playground, ball fields, tennis courts, pedal boats and a fishing pond. The Packer-Hammersmith Center has a Window on Wildlife viewing area. For more information call 419.691.3997 or visit the Metroparks Toledo Website.  

Fort Meigs State Memorial

Explore life in an 1813 for living history presentations, a reconstructed for an museum tell the story of Fort Meigs during the War of 1812. Fort Meigs is located just 35 minutes southwest of Maumee Bay State Park. For more information visit: Fort Meigs Website.  

Butterfly House

See hundreds of butterflies from around the world flying in a beautiful indoor garden setting. Open March 15, 2011 until September 30, 2011. Located west of Toledo (about 45 minutes) for more information visit: Butterfly House Website.  

African Safari Wildlife Park

The Midwest's only drive-through safari located 40 minutes east of Maumee Bay near Port Clinton. Guests can enjoy free animal rides, animal shows and pig races, giftshop, cafe and picnic area. For more information visit: African Safari Wildlife Park Website.  

The Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village

This great history attraction is located just one hour north of Maumee Bay Lodge and includes the Henry Ford Museum, Greenfield Village, Benson Ford Research Center; IMAX Theatre and the Ford Rouge Factory. For more information visit: The Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village Website.  

Sauder Village

Sauder Village is located about 1 hour and 15 minutes west of Maumee Bay Lodge. Connect with your past at Ohio's largest living-history village. Experience costumed guides, craftsmen, hands-on activities, events and more. A restaurant, inn, conference facilities, campground, bakery and shopping are also onsite. For more information visit: Sauder Village Website.  

For a complete listing of nearby attractions, contact the What's Going On Site.