Overview
Huron is a city of almost 7,000 people (2020) in Erie County on Ohio's North Coast along Lake Erie and on the banks of the Huron River.
2 sights · 8 things to do · 6 places to eat · 3 bars & cafés · 5 places to stay
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Best things about Huron
Huron Harbor Lighthouse
N. Main St. 1, Located at the mouth of the Huron River in downtown Huron. You can walk along a pier to get a close-up view of the lighthouse, however entry inside is not permitted.
BGSU Firelands
Home to the free and public James McBride arboretum, and the Cedar Point Center for small conventions.
Kalahari Resort
African theme, surfing pool, water slides, water coaster, water raft rides, outdoor pool area, spa for the parents and a lot of other indoor activities.
Colossalcon
A large anime convention held at Kalahari.
Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve and State Nature Preserve
A National Estuarine Research Reserve and State Nature Preserve. This 571-acre reserve is one of Ohio's best remaining examples of a natural estuary. The estuary serves as a field laboratory where scientists can study th…
Sawmill Creek Resort and Conference Center
240 guest rooms/suites, enjoy the 235-acre site, an 18-hole championship golf course, charter fishing from marina on Lake Erie, restaurants, shops, indoor/outdoor pools, exercise room and tennis courts.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Sep and Apr. (climate data from nearby Cleveland)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- CLE Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, Cleveland — 37 mi away (major hub). Directions
- TOL Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport, Toledo — 66 mi away. Directions
Huron is at the mouth of the Huron River, at one time a commercial port that now handles only iron ore and limestone on the Great Lakes. The harbor is now dedicated to private luxury and pleasure boats.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Huron Harbor Lighthouse, Nickel Plate Beach, Lakefront Park & Beach
- Lunch Marconi's Italian Restaurant
- Afternoon Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve and State Nature Preserve, Kalahari Resort
- Dinner Berardi's
- Evening I-5's Bar and Grill
Day 2
- Morning BGSU Firelands, Fabens Park, Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve
- Lunch Jim’s Pizza Box
- Afternoon Colossalcon, Sawmill Creek Resort and Conference Center
- Dinner Salmon Run Restaurant
- Evening 34 Degrees Bar & Grill
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Cuisine (tap to filter)
What to ask about, for your diet
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Understand
Get in
By boat
Huron is at the mouth of the Huron River, at one time a commercial port that now handles only iron ore and limestone on the Great Lakes. The harbor is now dedicated to private luxury and pleasure boats.
Boat launch:
- Holiday Harbor Marina 944 S. Main St. +1 419-433-2140
- Huron River Boat Access 41 Cleveland Rd. E +1 419-433-4848
Marinas:
- Harbor North, 400 Huron St. +1 419-433-6010
- Huron Lagoons Marina,100 Laguna Dr. +1 419-433-3200
- Mariner Village Marina, 609 Mariner Village. +1 419-433-2376
- South Shore Marine, 1611 Sawmill Pkwy. +1 419-433-5789
By car
Huron lies on US6 and SR2
By plane
See
Do
- Huron Playhouse, McCormick School/325 Ohio St. (summer only) +1 419-483-4949 Ohio's oldest continuing summer theater. 5 productions a year.
- Fish. Plenty of charters, fish cleaning and marinas.
Parks and beaches
Do Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve and State Nature Preserve
A National Estuarine Research Reserve and State Nature Preserve. This 571-acre reserve is one of Ohio's best remaining examples of a natural estuary. The estuary serves as a field laboratory where scientists can study this naturally functioning system where land and water join. Large parking area, paved trail, restrooms, drinking fountain, restrooms, checklist and observation area. Whenever the entrance gates are open, public is welcome.
Do Lakefront Park & Beach
Do Nickel Plate Beach
Eat
Eat Salmon Run Restaurant
Steaks, seafood, salmon specialties, pastas, salads, desserts, wine and mixed beverages and an elaborate Sunday brunch.
Eat Mariner's Dockside Restaurant
A dockside restaurant on Lake Erie featuring gourmet selections. Serving dinner on Friday & Saturday during the summer. Menu changes weekly.
Eat Bar North Bistro
At Thunderbird Hills Golf Course. Offering lunches and dinners along with a view of the 18th green. Open to the public.
Drink
Drink I-5's Bar and Grill
Waterfront dining and Tiki bar, DJ and/or band every Th F Sa & Su night.
Sleep
Budget
Mid-range
Stay Comfort Inn-On the River's Edge
Splurge
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