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What do I need to know while visiting in your county?

 

We are a ten digit dialing area- you MUST dial the area code for all calls
We are a 911 community- dial 911 for an emergency
Local Hospitals are:
Memorial Hospital
715 S Taft Avenue
Fremont, Ohio
419 332 7321
Bellevue Hospital
1400 West Main Street
Bellevue, Ohio
419 483 4040
Physician's Choice Hospital
2390 Enterprise Street
Fremont, OH 43420
(567) 201-2911

Seat Belts are required in Ohio
Turn right on red allowed unless posted otherwise
21 is the legal age to drink in Ohio


Is the Hayes Presidential Center in Sandusky County?
YES! The Hayes Presidential Center- home of the 19th President of the United States is located in Fremont. For complete details on the center.  Visit www.rbhayes.org

Is there good fishing in the Sandusky River?
ABSOLUTELY! The Sandusky River is well known for the Spring Runs of Walleye and White Bass. The annual Walleye run usually starts in March and runs through Mid-April followed immediately by the run of White Bass. Fishermen line the banks of the river between the two bridges in downtown Fremont. Some fishermen prefer to wade into the river to test their skills. The law requires the fish be caught on the hook- no snagging allowed- no treble hooks allowed. Fishing is allowed from sunrise to sunset

Do you have any swimming beaches in the county?
YES!  Swimmers enjoy the beach at White Star Park in Gibsonburg, Ohio. 
Visit the County Park System's web site

How far is it to Cedar Point from Sandusky County?
Fremont/Sandusky County is Exit 91 of the Ohio Turnpike- Take the turnpike to exit 110 go North to Cedar Point.  You can also take Route 6 east to Sandusky to reach the park.  Depending on traffic you can usually get to the park in 30 to 45 minutes.  Visit www.cedarpoint.com

Are there any golf courses in Sandusky County?
YES! There are many great golf courses in the county. Call the Visitors Bureau 1-800-255-8070 for more information.

Is there a shopping mall in Sandusky County?
There are no malls, but the downtowns of our communities offer great shopping opportunities. Downtown Fremont has many gift & specialty shops- an art gallery- a coffee shop and more.  In Woodville you will find many unique stores and shops- including some great antique shops. Clyde has coffee shops, small quaint shops and an old armory filled with a combination of antiques and reproductions.

Do you have any parades in Sandusky County?
YES!  Each town has their own Memorial Day Parade

Is there a railroad museum in Sandusky County?
YES! The Mad River NKP Railroad Museum is located in Bellevue, OH.  Visit www.madrivermuseum.org
 

Is there sprint car racing in Sandusky County?
YES!  Sprint car races are held Saturday evenings at the Sandusky County Fairgrounds (located at the intersection of SR 53 and North Street)  April through September.  Call the Visitors Bureau for race details or visit the Fremont Speedway web site.

I have heard there is scuba diving in Sandusky County? Where do people go to scuba dive?
Scuba diving is permitted at the quarry at White Star Park in Gibsonburg. For more details go to the web site

How far is Lake Erie from Sandusky County?
Lake Erie and the City of Port Clinton are 23 miles north on State Route 53.
From Port Clinton you can catch a ferry to Put-in-Bay and the Lake Erie Islands.

Is there taxi service/ limousine service in Fremont?
YES!
Danny's Taxi and Transport
419 332 8284 Office
OPEN 24 HOURS
7 DAYS A WEEK
Eagle's Taxi Inc.
567 201 0477 Fremont
 
The Limousine Service
419 333 0544

www.thelimoservice.net

Diamond Chariots
419-355-6253
www.diamondchariots.com


Any good festivals and celebrations to attend?
SCRAP (Sandusky County Restorers of Antique Power) holds a festival over Labor Day Weekend

Do you have any parades in Sandusky County?
YES! Each town has their own parades.
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