The Harry Witty Memorial Park Portage River Water Trail access site features a Board Safe Kayak Launch chute, and beautiful shade trees perfect for a picnic lunch and a peaceful rest.
The North Coast Inland Trail traverses through four counties, and is a portion of US Bike Route 30.
Bike Safety Camp
There are a few spots left for Bike Safety Camp on
July 30 from 10AM-Noon
at Hopfinger Zimmerman Memorial Park!
This FREE camp for Ottawa County children ages 7-12 teaches skills in bicycle maintenance, maneuverability, nutrition, and more!
For more details and to register, click HERE!
We've Moved!
The Park District Office is now located within the:
Shores and Islands Welcome Center
770 SE Catawba Rd., Port Clinton, OH 43452
Open Office Hours will be
every Tuesday and Wednesday
from 1 to 4 p.m., starting August 5th
Programs & Events
Ribbon Cutting Celebration!
Come join us on July 24th, from 4 to 6 p.m as we commemorate the Park District'snew office location.
Shores & Islands Ohio Welcome Center, 770 S.E. Catawba., Port Clinton, 43452.
Pet Photo Contest
Submit your best "Pets at the Park" photo for a chance to win a summer picnic basket for those summer days outside.
Photos from the 2024 Outdoor Hiking Challenge!
Ottawa County is home to several outdoor recreation destinations. As a way to highlight these destinations, the Park District of Ottawa County teamed up with the Ottawa County Health Department to offer the Outdoor Hiking Challenge program which ran from September 3 – November 30, 2024.
Documents & Reports
Applying for the 2025 Parks and Trails Improvement Grant
Watch the virtual meeting
to learn more!
City of Port Clinton Recreations Amenities Plan 2024
A framework for park system improvements, expansions, and connections to ensure sustainable and equitable green space in the ity of Port Clinton.