Vermilion (Ohio)

Vermilion is a city in Ohio. It is in both Erie County and Lorain County. Located on the banks of the Vermilion River and Ohio's North Shore.

Understand
The Vermilion Harbor dates to about 1840, today it is still a favorite port with over 8,000 pleasure craft at the public docks and marinas.

Visitor information

 * Main Street Vermilion 685 Main St., ,
 * Vermilion Chamber of Commerce 5495 Liberty Ave., ,
 * Friends of Harbour Town 5741 Liberty Ave., +1 440-967-4262
 * Lake Erie Shores & Islands Welcome Center ,

Get in
Vermilion is located on US-6 on the southern shores of Lake Erie. It is easily accessible via the Ohio Turnpike (I-80/90) and St. Rt. 2.

By boat
Vermilion is accessible by private boat.

Boat launch ramps:
 * Vermilion Municipal Docks Launch Ramp W. River Rd., +1 440-967-7087 Ramp fee is $6, operating Apr-Nov
 * Bulan's Boatyard Launch Ramp 710 Vermilion Rd., +1 440-967-5785 Ramp fee is $5, rest rooms and winter storage available
 * Maple Grove Mairna Launch Ramp 1120 Vermilion Rd., +1 440-967-4525  http://www.maplegrovemarina.com

Marinas:
 * Bulan's Boatyard, 710 Vermilion Rd. +1 440-967-5785
 * Romp's Water Port & Dairy Dock, 5055 Liberty Ave. +1 440-967-4342
 * Valley Harbor Marina, 1295 River Rd. +1 440-967-5225

By car
Vermilion is easily accessible by car.

By plane
There is no public airport nearby.

Get around
The business district is walkable. One can also rent a golf cart to get around.

Buy
There are several gift shops, antique and specialty stores in Vermilion. Most are located within close proximity of each other, making shopping a very walkable activity.

Eat
The city has over a dozen restaurants and eateries.

Go next

 * Huron
 * Lorain
 * Milan Birthplace of Thomas A. Edison, inventor.
 * Port Clinton
 * Sandusky