Category: Lighthouse
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Vermilion has history as colorful as its name
A town that is as colorful as its name, Vermilion, Ohio, was founded in 1837 and is now one of the most-visited port towns on the Great Lakes.
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There’s a lot to love about state parks along Lake Erie shoreline
If you’re planning a trip to Ohio’s North Coast this summer, be sure to include one or more of the excellent state parks along the Lake Erie shoreline.
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Fairport Harbor Lighthouse: A beacon of hope on Lake Erie
Fairport Harbor Lighthouse was built in 1825. (Credit: Ken Drenten) By Ken Drenten Situated at the mouth of the Grand River, Fairport Harbor Lighthouse was a beacon that mariners sought out in Lake Erie storms, as well as a ray of hope for some travelers heading north in the first half of the 19th century.…
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Winter is time for Marblehead memories
By Ken Drenten Winter is a great time to think about where you’ve been in your travels, and what you’d like to do when the weather gets warm again. Here’s one example — Marblehead Lighthouse State Park is a great place to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Erie. I took the…
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Marblehead Lighthouse: Two centuries of protection on Lake Erie
A beautiful summer day at Marblehead Lighthouse State Park. (Credit: Ken Drenten) By Ken Drenten Marblehead Lighthouse, the oldest working lighthouse on the Great Lakes, celebrated its bicentennial in 2022. I think this park is among the most beautiful settings for a lighthouse on the Great Lakes. The grounds around the lighthouse are very accessible…
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