On the shore of Lake Erie, the sprawling Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge features more than 6,800 acres of preserved wetland, where you’ll find epic birdwatching during spring and summer’s peak migration seasons. Traveling with kids? The Cedar Point amusement park to the east is a must, boasting 17 roller coasters, as well as kids’ rides, games, and entertainment. If you want to learn more about Oak Harbor’s past, a trip to the museum of the Ottawa County Historical Society will put you face to face with local history.
Oak Harbor is just a hop, skip, and a jump from Lake Erie, where you’ll find a long stretch of sandy shoreline. Boating, kayaking, and other water sports are popular, and both Lake Erie and the Portage River offer boat ramps, marinas, and plenty of charter and rental agencies. Looking for a more relaxed outdoor experience? Check out the Little Portage River Wildlife Area, 407 marshy acres that are home to several species of wading and migratory birds. Fishing and hunting are permitted, and you can also enjoy the park’s many walking trails.
Oak Harbor has a humid continental climate, which means summers are warm, but summer storms are relatively common – most of Oak Harbor’s rain falls between April and September. With highs in the 80s, summer is also the busiest season, as families flock to Lake Erie’s sandy shore and the nearby Cedar Point amusement park. Winters are cold, with average highs in the 30s and lows regularly below freezing from December to February. You’ll find Oak Harbor vacation rentals tend to be a little easier on the wallet this time of year.
The area around Oak Harbor mostly consists of low-lying plains, large swaths of which are cultivated by the region’s bustling agricultural industry. The Portage River marks the southern boundary of Oak Harbor, flowing east until it empties into Lake Erie at Port Clinton. The marshy Little Portage River Wildlife Area is home to waterfowl and migratory birds, as well as muskrat and rabbits, and sportfishers are drawn to the area for its bullhead and catfish populations. An Oak Harbor vacation rental will put you amid one of the biggest aquatic playgrounds in the midwest.
Fly into Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express), the closest airport, located 34.8 mi (55.9 km) from the city center.
Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 43 vacation rentals around Oak Harbor. From 20 house rentals to 23 condo and apartment rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.
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