Little Known Ohio Beach Park Overlook Beach Park

Although it’s no secret that Ohio isn’t a coastal state, there are plenty of waterfront getaways and restaurants. The shores of our Great Lake are just as beautiful as oceanfront views. There’s a special spot hiding at Mentor-on-the-Lake that’s picture perfect for a summer afternoon. Overlook Beach Park is a best kept secret for locals and a hidden gem for visitors that don’t know the area.

Here’s why this little-known park belongs on your summer bucket list:

Nestled along the shores of Lake Erie is a little-known park and beach that’s truly a best kept secret.

Brianna W/Trip Advisor Address: 5882 Thunderbird Drive, Mentor-On-The-Lake, OH, 44060

Overlook Beach Park at Mentor-on-the-Lake features all the traditional playground equipment and park features you would expect to find, such as basketball hoops.

Don A./Foursquare Note: The parking lot for the park is just off Thunderbird Drive, just west of the Reynolds Road intersection.

What makes this waterfront park extra special is the beach access. There’s a 375-foot long, 50-foot wide sand beach that families will especially appreciate.

Rick T./Foursquare For more information about swimming at this beach park, click here.

It’s also the perfect place to have a picnic, as there are several tables and even a gazebo. Sit back, relax and enjoy the view after you’ve played awhile.

Brianna W/Trip Advisor (Can you picture yourself here yet?)

Have you ever been to Overlook Beach Park? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

Brianna W/Trip Advisor

Address: 5882 Thunderbird Drive, Mentor-On-The-Lake, OH, 44060

Don A./Foursquare

Note: The parking lot for the park is just off Thunderbird Drive, just west of the Reynolds Road intersection.

Rick T./Foursquare

For more information about swimming at this beach park, click here.

(Can you picture yourself here yet?)

For more waterfront fun in Ohio, check out our previous article: 8 Waterfront Getaways In Ohio That Are Picture Perfect For Your Next Weekend Away.

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