Every town is special, but not all of them are quite as unique as Put-In-Bay, Ohio. After all, it’s not often that you have to abandon your car and take a ferry or a quick plane ride just to reach the city limits.
Put-In-Bay is a tiny town located on South Bass Island just off the Lake Erie coastline.
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Only 138 people live there full time, but it’s never empty.
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A sprawling boardwalk full of shops and other attractions brings in tons of tourists every summer.
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The town keeps a small fleet of golf carts handy to rent for visitors who need a speedy way to get around town.
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The shopping selections on the boardwalk offer everything from fascinating antiques…
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… to things that will satisfy your sweet tooth.
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In addition to shopping, the boardwalk is also home to a few hotels and restaurants.
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The rest of the island offers a wide variety of fun activities, like wine tastings.
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The town has hosted internationally-recognized sailing events for decades, like this one that took place in the 1960s.
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The view of Lake Erie is phenomenal.
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Put-In-Bay is one of the most family-friendly communities in Ohio, so bring the kids!
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Put-In-Bay offers unforgettable experiences in a one-of-a-kind location, making it a town with a much bigger heart than its minuscule size suggests.
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Have you ever been to Put-In-Bay and have any stories to share? Are there any towns near Cleveland just as uniquely lovely as this one? Let us know in the comments below!
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