Kayak the Bay in Put-in-Bay, Ottawa County, United States | Kayaking

Welcome to Kayak the Bay, Put-in-Bay, United States. See Put-in-Bay from a different perspective.

Paddle up to our country's third tallest national monument, Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial, for some great photographs. Ohio State Fish Hatchery and Oak Point State Park are at the other end of the harbour and open to the public.

Families and singles can enjoy a fun paddle along the island's shores without "white water" worries.

Kayak the Bay,are located on Bay View Avenue, near Catawba Avenue, just across from the Doller Mansion and near the heart of downtown Put-in-Bay. We are just a block from the Jet Express Dock and the same distance from the Depot where the bus drops off passengers riding the Miller Ferry. Kayak teh Bay open at 10 am and close at dark seven days a week, June (Memorial Day) through to October (weather permitting).

We also have ski tubes available for rent and the tubes are great for cooling off on a hot day - be sure to your bathing suit. If you can ride a bike, you can kayak. We give basic instructions for beginners and you decide how adventurous you would like to be.

You can go Kayaking in the protected harbour or discover the limestone cliffs that surround the islands.

Our sit-on-top kayaks are a little wider than normal kayaks for stability. The whole family can have fun exploring our beautiful island area.

Children under 16 must have a parent or adult accompany them when they go Kayaking. Those 16 to 18 need a guardian's signature.

Kayak the Bay, Put-in-Bay try very hard to accommodate your fun vacation or island visit. We love Put-in-Bay and enjoy its beauty. You will too. And with a little practice you'll get to explore a side of the island that even some islanders have never seen. You'll have when you Kayak the Bay at Put in Bay!