SUMMER FUN
Akron Skate Park — Near the Akron Fulton International Airport on the Service Road for the Rubber Bowl and Derby Downs, next to the Akron BMX track. Open dawn to dusk year-round. Features areas tailored to beginner, intermediate and advanced skaters. Admission free. Rules posted; safety equipment recommended; skate at your own risk. Information: 330-375-2804.
Canal Fulton St. Helena III Canal Boat — St. Helena Heritage Park, 103 Tuscarawas St., Canal Fulton (330-854-6835). Two-mile, 55-minute, round trip on restored horse-drawn canal boat down an original section of the Ohio & Erie Canal. Rides depart at 1 and 2:30 p.m. weather permitting Tuesdays through Sundays through Aug. 22. Open weekends only Aug. 28 through Oct. 10. $7, seniors $6, children age 5-12 $5, and under 4 free.
Canalway Center at Sippo Lake — 5712 12th St. NW, Perry Township (330-477-3552). Featuring interactive exhibits including the Canal Boat Adventure that showcase the history of the Ohio & Erie Canal. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. Sundays. $3 for Stark County residents, free for children 12 and under. $3 for out-of-county residents.
Castaway Bay water park — 2001 Cleveland Road, Sandusky (419-627-2106, http://www.castawaybay.com). Cedar Point’s hotel and indoor water park. Room rates include tickets at the Caribbean-themed water park.
Cedar Point — 1 Causeway Drive, Sandusky (419-627-2350, http://www.cedarpoint.com). Open daily through Sept. 6; weekends only Sept. 17 through Oct. 31. Hours vary. Admission for ages 3-61 and more than 48 inches tall, $45.99. Seniors over 62, and children 3 and older but less than 48 inches tall, $19.99. Children 2 and younger free at Cedar Point and Soak City. Parking $10-15.
Clay’s Park Resort — 13190 Patterson Road, Lawrence Township (330-854-6691, 800-860-4FUN, http://www.clayspark.com). Water attractions open through August. Weekday general admission, $8; weekends and holidays, $11. Separate admission for some attractions. Open noon to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday through Sunday and holidays.
Cuyahoga Falls Wading Pools — Six supervised wading pools for ages 9 and under: Lions Park, Linden Park, Indian Mountain Park, Quirk Cultural Center, Valley Vista and Oak Park. (330-971-8425 or 330-971-8225, http://cfo.cityofcf.com). Open through Aug. 22 daily 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sundays.
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm — 1828 Smith Road, Akron. (330-865-8065). 104-acre Nature Realm with 10,000 square-foot visitors center, gift shop, observation decks, gardens, ponds, three hiking trails that are handicapped accessible. Part of Metro Parks serving Summit County. Grounds open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Visitor center open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday; closed on Mondays.
Falls River Cruise — Front Runner III and Cuyahoga Cruiser pontoon boats conduct hourlong sightseeing trips on the Cuyahoga River that feature historical narratives and descriptions of the vegetation along the banks. Boats are handicap-accessible. Departures are hourly through Aug. 20, weekdays 3-7 p.m. and noon to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Fares run $4-$5; kids 2 and younger, free. Boarding is at the North Pier Boardwalk (north of the fountain) at Falls River Square in Cuyahoga Falls, on a first-come basis. Times are subject to change because of weather and unforeseen circumstances. For information, call 330-971-8372. Charters available. 330-971-8225.
Geauga Lake’s Wildwater Kingdom — Open daily and weekends through Sept. 5 with hours varying from 11 a.m. to either 7 or 8 p.m. at 1100 Squires Road, Aurora. Features Island Oasis, a secluded, themed area with a TV, comfortable seating and a space for dancing; Waterfront Plaza, a landscaped area with lounge chairs, dining and shade and Little Tikes Town, a play area for young children. $26.99 plus tax for those 48 inches and taller and age 3 and older; $12.99 plus tax under 48 inches or 62 and older; free for children 2 and under. $5 for parking. 330-562-8303 andhttp://www.wildwaterfun.com.
Goodtime III — Four-deck, 1,000-passenger luxury ship makes daily narrated, two-hour lake/river tours at various times depending on the season. Summer schedule: Through Labor Day, noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 1-3:30 p.m. Sunday; September schedule: Labor Day to Sept. 30, noon to 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 1-3:30 p.m. Sunday. Adults $15, $14 seniors, $9 children. Also, narrated lunch cruises, entertainment cruises, dance and dinner dance cruises and rush hour cruises. Boarding at the East Ninth Street pier in Cleveland. Reservations essential at 216-861-5110. Internet site: http://www.goodtimeIII.com.
Great Wolf Lodge — 4600 Milan Road (U.S. 250), Sandusky (800-641-WOLF, www.greatwolf.com). Indoor/outdoor waterpark set in a north woods theme is open to hotel guests. Call for room rates and availability.
Harmont Skateboard Park — 2701 Harmont Ave. NE, Canton. Open dawn to dusk year-round. Free. Information: 330-489-3015.
Hinckley Lake — 90-acre lake with swimming and picnic areas off Bellus Road in the Hinckley Reservation, between West and East drives, Hinckley Township. Boathouse open through mid-October offering boat rentals, fishing tackle, bait and snacks. 330-278-3132.
Kalahari Resort — 7000 Kalahari Drive, Sandusky (877-525-2427, http://www.kalahariresorts.com). Admission to indoor/outdoor water park included in hotel room prices. All-day admission available for $39-$42, evening admission from 5 p.m. to closing for $29-$32. Also featuring the Kalahari Safari Adventure Animal Park offering interactive encounters with African animals and a variety of activities. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $4 resort guests with children age 2 and under free, $7 outside guests.
Medina City Memorial Pool — 421 E. Homestead St., Medina. Open through Aug. 21. Hours daily including weekends 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Admission $3 with children under age 5 and seniors (60 & over) free. Information: 330-721-6950.
Medina City Skate Park — At Reagan Park, entrances on Weymouth Road and Reagan Parkway, Medina. Season runs through November. Hours: dawn to dusk. Park open to skateboarders, in-line skaters and BMX bikers. Admission free; rules posted and waiver form must be completed. Information: 330-721-6950.
Medina City Splash Pad — Fred Greenwood Park, entrance on West Sturbridge Drive across from A.I. Root Elementary School. Through Labor Day: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Free. 330-721-6950.
Munroe Falls Metro Park — 521 S. River Road. Swim season runs through Aug. 22. Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Admission $3-$4, children under 2 free with adult; season passes available. Information 330-867-5511 or http://summitmetroparks.org online.
Nautica Queen — Daily lunch, dinner cruises with maximum of 400 passengers on two decks, boarding at the Nautica Entertainment Complex in the Cleveland Flats. Through December. Lunches are $28-$37 for adults, $16.38-$18.73 for children; dinners are $46.80-$52.66 adults, $22.25-$26.94 children; Sunday brunch, $37.50 adults and $18.73 children. Group tours and special occasions available. Reservations essential, 800-837-0604 or visit http://www.nauticaqueen.com.</b>
North Canton Dogwood Pool — 365 Seventh St. NE, North Canton. (330-499-2052, http://www.northcantonohio.com/content/dogwood-swimming-pool.htm). Season runs through Aug. 28. Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily including weekends. Memberships are $20-$150; daily admission $8.
Northern Ohio Railway Museum — 5515 Buffham Road, Seville. Season runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 30. Free. 330-769-5501 or http://www.northernohio.railway.museum.
Perkins Woods Pool — 899 Diagonal Road, Akron. Season runs Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays through Aug. 14. Kids swim (15 and younger), 1-4:30 p.m.; family swim, 5-6:45 p.m. Closed Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Free. 330-375-2833.
Pioneer Waterland and Dry Fun Park — 10661 Kile Road, Chardon. (440-
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285-0910, http://www.pioneerwaterland.com). Open through Aug. 22. Hours 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekends. Water attractions open at 11 a.m. daily. Admission $19.85 for everyone over 40 inches tall, children under 40 inches free. Any day discount tickets, $14.95, weekday discount tickets $13.95.
Portage Lakes State Park— 5031 Manchester Road, New Franklin. Hours: dawn to dusk daily. Lake swimming with sandy beach; no lifeguards. Also, Skate Park in the beach parking lot for boarders, bikers and in-line skaters; and the Big Oaks KidZone, a car-free gated area for children to bike, skate and play without the worry of cars in an area near the Big Oaks Shelter. Information: 330-644-2220.
Portage Princess Tour Boat — 355 W. Turkeyfoot Lake Road (across from Turkeyfoot Lake Golf Course), New Franklin. Reservations required for 1-, 11/2- and 2-hour general public cruises (20-60 passengers) from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, $12-$18 per person. Call 330-499-6891. Season runs through Oct. 15. Mini Princess Pontoon Boat, smaller group cruises (12 or less) Weekend cruises available, $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 children. Information: 330-323-7622 or http://www.portageprincessoh.com.
Reservoir Park Pool — 1735 Hillside Terrace, Akron. Season runs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through Aug. 13. Kids swim (15 and younger), 1-4:30 p.m.; family swim, 5-6:45 p.m. Closed Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Free. 330-375-2803.
Schoenbrunn Village — 1984 E. High Ave. in New Philadelphia. Season runs through October. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Schoenbrunn Village was settled in 1772, and was where Ohio’s first settlement began. $7, $5 seniors and children ages 7-17. 330-339-3636.
Silver Creek Metro Park — 5000 Hametown Road, Norton. Season runs through Aug. 22. Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Bathhouse includes restrooms, changing areas, lockers and lifeguards on duty. Admission: $4; $3 children under 13; children younger than 2 free with adult; season passes available. Information: 330-867-5511.
Soak City — 1 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky (419-627-2350, http://soakcity.cedarpoint.com). Admission $29.99; seniors 62 and older and children less than 48 inches tall, $16.99. Children younger than 2, free. Park is open daily through Sept. 6. Hours vary throughout the season.
Stark County Park District Family Pontoon Cruises — Sippo Lake Marina, 5300 Tyner St. NW, Perry Township, and Walborn Reservation Marina, northwest of Alliance off Price Street in Lexington and Marlboro Townships. Through Oct. 11. Daily one- to two-hour rides by reservation only (two weeks in advance). $20 per hour. 330-409-8096.
Water Works Family Aquatic Center — 2025 Munroe Falls Ave., Cuyahoga Falls. Season runs through Aug. 22. Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Admission $5-$7 residents; $8-$12 others; children 2 and under free. Information: 330-971-8433 or http://cityofcf.com online.
West Park Skateboard Park — Ninth Street and Schroyer Avenue Southwest, Canton. Open dawn to dusk year-round. Free. Information: 330-489-3015.
The Wilds — 14000 International Road, Cumberland. Wildlife conservation area open through Oct. 31. Saturdays and Sundays only in September and October. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (last tour departs at 4 p.m.) New Mid-Sized Carnivore Conservation Center, Butterfly Habitat and Birding Station. Admission $20; $19 seniors; $15 children age 4-12; younger than 3 free. Active members of military free with ID.Information: 740-638-5030 or http://www.thewilds.org.
Wooster City Pools — Freedlander Pool, 400 Hillside Drive, Wooster. Open Aug. 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21. Hours: 12:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays-Fridays; 12:30-7:30 p.m. Fridays; noon to 6 p.m. Saturdays; closed Sundays. Admission: $3.50-$4.50. Information: 330-263-5207.
• Christmas Run Pool, Park Street, Wooster. Open Aug. 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17. Hours: 12:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, noon to 6 p.m. Sundays. Closed Saturdays. Admission: $3.50-$4.50. Information: 330-263-5207.
• Knight’s Field Sprayground, 801 Rebecca St., Wooster. Season runs through Aug. 21. Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; noon-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Admission: $3.50-$4.50. Information: 330-263-5207.
Zoar Historical Village — 21/2 miles east of I-77 (exit 93) on state Route 212 between New Philadelphia and Canton in Tuscarawas County. (330-874-2646). Experience the life of the agrarian Separatists by visiting the ten restored buildings which are staffed with costumed interpreters and furnished with items made or used by the Separatists. Volunteers give craft demonstrations during the many yearly special events. Self-guided tours $2-$4; guided tours $3-$6. For hours of operation visit www.ohiohistory.org/places/zoar.
