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12 Best and Fun Things To Do In Kelleys Island, Ohio


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Located on the banks of Lake Erie in Ohio, this charming hamlet is ideal for those who appreciate both history and nature. Kelleys Island boasts a plethora of sights and things to do, making it a delightful spot to visit and escape from the chaos of urban living.

Visitors who enjoy swimming and bird or wildlife watching can stop by the Scheele Preserve for a peaceful day out. There is also the Kelleys Island Historical Association, a museum dedicated to local history.

And if you’re an art lover, why not visit the Charles Herndon Sculpture Garden and Galleries? The exhibits have many different artforms on display and it’s a great way to spend an afternoon with the whole family.

Here’s our list of the best and most fun things to do in Kelleys Island, Ohio

The 12 Most Popular Things To Do In Kelleys Island, Ohio

12. Buckeye Island

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

11. Starve Island

4.3 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

10. North Swimming Beach

4.5 ★★★★★ (40 reviews)

9. East Quarry

5.0 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

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8. North Pond State Nature Preserve

4.8 ★★★★★ (17 reviews)

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Location: Kelleys Island OH

Web Address:   http://naturepreserves.ohiodnr.gov/northpond

7. Monarch Winery

4.6 ★★★★★ (22 reviews)

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Location: 604 Division Street Kelleys Island OH

Tel:  419 746 2899

Web Address:   http://monarchki.com/

6. Scheele Preserve

4.9 ★★★★★ (45 reviews)

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Location: Monagan Road Kelleys Island OH

Web Address:   https://cmnh.org/kelleys-island

5. Inscription Rock

4.3 ★★★★☆ (48 reviews)

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Location: E Lakeshore Dr Kelleys Island OH

Tel:  866 921 5710

Web Address:   http://ohiohistory.org/visit/museum-and-site-locator/inscription-rock-petroglyphs

4. Charles Herndon Gallery and Sculpture Garden

4.7 ★★★★★ (73 reviews)

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Location: 114 Laylin Ln Kelleys Island OH

Tel:  419 746 2249

Web Address:   http://charlesherndon.com/

3. Kelleys Island Historical Association

4.7 ★★★★★ (104 reviews)

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Location: 224 Division Street Kelleys Island OH

Tel:  419 746 2399

Web Address:   http://kelleysislandhistorical.org/

2. Glacial Grooves

4.7 ★★★★★ (485 reviews)

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Location: 739 Division Street Kelleys Island OH

Tel:  866 921 5710

Web Address:   https://ohiohistory.org/visit/museum-and-site-locator/glacial-grooves

1. Kelleys Island State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (976 reviews)

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Location: 920 Division Street Kelleys Island OH

Tel:  419 746 2546

Web Address:   https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/kelleys-island-state-park

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Kelleys Island, Ohio! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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