Port Clinton, Ohio
Ottawa County, Port Clinton, The Mainland, Tour the Lake Erie Shores and Islands

An Introduction to Port Clinton

Welcome to Port Clinton, Ohio

The Walleye Capital of the World

Port Clinton Fishing Charter Boats
Port Clinton Fishing Charter Boats

Known as the Walleye Capital of the World, Port Clinton is a fishermans destination popular for limit catches of walleye, perch and smallmouth bass. Charter a boat, join a walk on fishing charter, or dock your own boat at one of the many marinas.

Family Activities in Port Clinton

Port Clinton, Oh.
Port Clinton, Oh.

Things to see and things to do are abundant in Port Clinton, Oh. Visit a water park, go on an African safari , and even take a helicopter ride above the shores of Lake Erie. Home to the Jet Express dock on the mainland, Port Clinton is also your gateway to Put-in-Bay.

Fairs & Festivals in Port Clinton

Port Clinton Walleye Festival
Port Clinton Walleye Festival

Port Clinton boasts a number of special events all year long. Most popular is the Walleye Festival held each Memorial weekend on the Lake Erie shore. Popular for live entertainment in the big tent, rides, food, prize booths, and vendors, fair goers come from miles around to enjoy the Walleye Fest.

Popular events also include the annual Art in the Park craft fair where crafters come from many states to offer their homemade items and the Walleye Madness at Midnight celebration on New Years Eve.