Do you have a sense of adventure you need to indulge this summer? If so, there’s a little-known kayak tour that you need to know about. Kayak the Bay on South Bass Island is a one-of-kind experience that’s surprisingly not as challenging as it might sound. One of the best ways to experience the island, this Put-in-Bay attraction will make you feel like you can take on anything.
From the experienced kayaker to the beginner, this is an item that belongs on your Ohio bucket list this summer.
If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring an island, this is the way to do it. Kayak the Bay is at the west end of downtown harbor, next to Oak Point State Park.
PJBollin/TripAdvisor Address: 760 Bayview Avenue, Put-In-Bay, OH, 43456
While it might seem a bit daunting to have free range of exploring the island, it’s actually pretty easy, even for the beginner.
management/TripAdvisor Kayak the Bay is open daily in the summer months, from 10 a.m. until closing time, which is 6 p.m. or later.
Out here, the waters of Lake Erie are calm and the limestone cliffs are amazing to see. Gibraltar Island is just minutes away.
wendafay/TripAdvisor The cost is $25 per person and you can kayak for up to 2 hours. For more information about rates and other requirements, click here.
In a kayak, it’s easy to maneuver around and between rocks. You’ll be surprised how adventurous you can be when given the opportunity.
Erin H/TripAdvisor You can also paddle right up to Perry’s Monument, which is the third tallest national monument.
If you decide to journey along the west shore of the island, you’ll get an up close view of the Benson Ford Houseship, which was designed by Henry Ford for his own personal use.
Brandi P/Trip Advisor Today, the four-deck, 7,000 sq. ft. house ship is a Put-In-Bay landmark. This unique home has been featured in multiple television shows and publications such as MTV Extreme Cribs, Home & Garden TV’s Extreme Homes, the Travel Channel, The British Daily Mirror, Ohio Magazine, the National Enquirer and others.
Large groups are welcome, although it’s highly recommended that you call ahead. You can even set up a personalized guided tour for your group.
management/TripAdvisor For more information, click here.
Have you ever taken a tour with Kayak the Bay? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!
PJBollin/TripAdvisor
Address: 760 Bayview Avenue, Put-In-Bay, OH, 43456
management/TripAdvisor
Kayak the Bay is open daily in the summer months, from 10 a.m. until closing time, which is 6 p.m. or later.
wendafay/TripAdvisor
The cost is $25 per person and you can kayak for up to 2 hours. For more information about rates and other requirements, click here.
Erin H/TripAdvisor
You can also paddle right up to Perry’s Monument, which is the third tallest national monument.
Brandi P/Trip Advisor
Today, the four-deck, 7,000 sq. ft. house ship is a Put-In-Bay landmark. This unique home has been featured in multiple television shows and publications such as MTV Extreme Cribs, Home & Garden TV’s Extreme Homes, the Travel Channel, The British Daily Mirror, Ohio Magazine, the National Enquirer and others.
For more information, click here.
For more incredible things to see and do in Put-in-Bay, check out our previous article: Most People Don’t Know Ohio Is Home To This Magnificent Natural Wonder.
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