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Kelleys Island Weekend

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Kelleys Island Weekend

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This will be a weekend of camping, sightseeing, dining, kayaking, campfires, and whatever else you may want on beautiful Kelley's Island!

Photos from last year:
https://www.meetup.com/happycampers/photos/34786681/

This event is organized to bring us all together in this beautiful place.
Kayaking and other activities are on your own.

You must make arrangements for:

  • Camping/Lodging (there is no group site)
  • Food
  • Ferry to Kelley's Island (be aware of ferry schedule and last ferry time)

Bring a bicycle or rent a golf cart. It is the best way to get around the island.
Meet and greet at West Bay Inn. Friday and Saturday 7:00. There are amazing sunset views here.

Campsite Reservations
https://ohiodnr.gov/wps/portal/gov/odnr/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/kelleys-island-state-park

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NOTE: You must book your site to stay in the campground. Do not come to the island without reservations.

  • Reservations open at 7 am each morning for 6 months in advance of reservation. (For example, you can book Aug 10 on Feb 10)
  • You can book for a 14-night stay max.
  • Sites go quick, reserve asap. Leading up to August, sites will become available frequently, please check the reservations page frequently. Use the notification feature.

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Campground Site Map
https://ohiodnr.gov/static/documents/parks/parkmaps/kelleysislandcampmap.pdf

Kelley's Island Ferry information
This is the ONLY car ferry to Kelley's Island
Departs from Lakeside Marblehead
https://www.kelleysislandferry.com/

West Bay Inn
Description: West Bay Inn is a big outdoor bar and awesome place to watch the sunset. Food and beverages are available for purchase.
Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/kps1kDz6mfwdGJB77

Kelley's Island Visitor Bureau
Find all the restaurants and shops on the island here.
https://www.kelleysislandchamber.com/

** Phone service is limited on the island. Please plan on your phone not working. The Internet is available at the park office. I was able to pick up Canadian cell service international roaming in the campground.

## Other Useful Links

Lake conditions.
https://www.weather.gov/cle/marine_forecast#:~:text=of%20showers%20overnight.-,Waves%201%20to%203%20feet.,forecast%20for%20Wednesday%20through%20Friday.&text=degrees%2C%20and%20off%20Erie%2079%20degrees.,-%24%24

East Quarry & North Shore Loops MTB Trails
https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/east-quarry-north-shore-loops.html

Lake Erie Islands Water Trail - Kelley's Island
https://www.shoresandislands.com/things-to-do/lake-erie-islands-water-trail---kelleys-island-trail?id=513398

If you are a heavy drinker you may not be a fix for the group. Most of our members are moderate drinkers.

If your dog shows any signs of aggression, please do not bring it. No dogs or kids at the group campfire. Location to be determined

By attending this event you agree to hold to take full responsibility for your own health and safety.

By attending this event you agree to Happy Camper's legal liability waiver. Link to waiver:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/13PF30B_XI1p_dhSz0uGFsVW_DCL2YnYFhdG2uq0wqwE/edit?usp=sharing

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