This is one of those scientific wonders that is worth the effort to find and go see. Since I was a…read morekid, learning about Ohio history, I have wanted to get up to Kelley's Island to see these things. Interestingly, they weren't made by the moving glaciers themselves, but from melting water flowing a mile beneath the glacier's surface, carving these channels in the limestone. They are worth a trip to see if you are into natural phenomenon.

Glacial Grooves is a beautiful and interesting stop on the island. It's in/part of the state park,…read morebut since it's pretty popular, has it's own parking, and then the trail connects to the North Shore loop. The grooves are pretty cool to see, and there were some informative plaques to explain the history and geology of the place. It won't take you long to see, unless you're hiking the trails. We went back a second time for the trail, and minus an off-leash uncontrolled dog incident, had a pretty good time.

Historical area This…read moreis a great area to walk around the lighthouse. There are historical markers around the property that tell you about highlights of the lighthouse. Gives you a glimpse into the history of the area. I don't believe you can tour the lighthouse and there is no staff to ask questions. Worth the 15 minutes to stop and check it out.

A nice little lighthouse located near the Miller Ferry dock and E Golf Carts. You can walk around…read morethe grounds, read the informational signage, and enjoy the view. The lighthouse has limited hours for tours - check their website in advance if you'd like to go inside.

We were quite surprised with the state of this monument. Probably due to the proximity of the water…read moreand elements (more than in some desert maybe) it seems quite faded. I wish there was more effort in place to preserve it. If you're bringing kids they might be disappointed, petroglyphs are very difficult to notice.

5 stars for the value of this giant rock that features the historic petroglyphs created by Native…read moreAmericans. 3 stars for the fact that it is unfortunately pretty neglected on top of the natural wear and tear from water and weather exposure over the years. It does now have a little shelter over top, though it seems the birds like that, resulting in a decent amount of bird poop. The signage is informational and helpful, complete with an image of the petroglyphs to help you visualize what is on the rock.

We were in Put-in-Bay on a smoky day and decided it would be best to do an indoor activity. For $14…read moreeach adult you get a tour of the crystal cave which is interesting, a tour of the Winery and a voucher for a sample glass of wine. We don't drink so we used our voucher for a glass of grape juice that was incredibly delicious. They offer 2 types of grape juice - either grape or white. Both were very good but I did like the grape juice better.

I am a self-proclaimed presidential history nerd visiting from Texas. I've read a biography on…read moreevery president in order through Eisenhower, and my bucket list includes visiting where each was born and their final resting places. Of course, I also make it a point to visit presidential libraries, national historic sites, etc. I've visited dozens of locations across multiple states. THIS. PLACE. IS. INCREDIBLE. I broke my visit up into two days. Did the home tour one afternoon and the museum the next morning. Honestly, I recommend doing it that way; there is just too much otherwise. It was jaw-dropping to hear about the history of the home, Hayes' descendants who lived there so long, and the son who pushed for it to become a living monument to Hayes' life. With 95% of the home original to when Hayes lived there.... I'm not sure I've ever been to a location that can say that. From Lucy's sewing machine used to sew civil war uniforms...to beds made by prisoners in the Oriental Room...to the bed in which Rutherford and Lucy died ...the house tour is just breathtaking. Shout out to my tour guide, Bill Y., for being such a cool guy! The museum took me all of two hours to get through, and I skipped the temporary exhibits. Two solid hours if you read 75-85%. LOTS of information. But the artifacts will give you goosebumps: Hayes' Harvard diploma 1845 Hayes' Dress sword and scabbard from the war Hayes' .32 revolver 1864/65 Lucy's wedding dress The chair Hayes sat in during the inauguration. Bible on which he sworn his oath A ring containing George Washington's hair And that's just a few... The information on the contested election was perfectly clear and well executed. This place is no doubt one of the top five places I've ever been in my presidential history travels...up there with Monticello. I can't say enough...totally worth your time. Every time I visit a presidential history site... I am overwhelmed with gratitude for people like staff and volunteers at these museums. I'm grateful to all who had the foresight to preserve and maintain our history. Only negative: I thought the gift shop, although appearing full, lacked options.

I brought my son here while on a roadtrip across the U.S. I love historical sites and presidential…read morehistory so this was an easy choice for a stop, especially since it is a fairly quick detour off of Interstate 80. $20 for adults gives you access to the museum and a one hour house tour. Kids aged 6 - 12 are $5. They give discounts for military, AAA members and senior citizens, but sadly none for educators (seems this place would be perfect for U.S. history teachers). The grounds are beautiful, the history is interesting, the museum is jam packed with information (though a bit haphazardly arranged, along with some overzealous motion detection security on some of the larger items). Our tour guide for Rutherford's house (Dick) was lovely and very knowledgeable. Overall worth the money and an interesting stop on our whirlwind tour of America and all of its idiosyncratic history.

This place was really great. The lady gave us more info than what we knew to do with it. Should…read morekeep us busy for a week.

I don't know how to rate a cemetery especially one of prison and war. This is one of only two…read moreconfederate cemeteries in Ohio. I grew up 20 minutes from here and knew it existed but had never been here (that I remember). To think how young some of these men must have been and that some probably were forced to fight and die away from their families is sad, as war always is. If we don't learn from history we are destined to repeat it.... The island is private another reviewer suggests driving around to look at the houses. There are signs everywhere asking not to do so.

More history in NW Ohio…read more It took me a while to appreciate the history of NW Ohio... what with the battle of Lake Erie occuring... in Lake Erie (woah), and this confederate cemetary here (which I only discovered a few years ago). The Black Swamp history. The glass city. The area may seem bland, but the history is there. There's not much that can be said about the cemetary... It's a cemetary. Not as large as Arlington, obviously. But it sure has an impact on you when you walk in. I'm glad for the photos another user has uploaded here. The cemetary is located on Johnson's Island out at the tip of Marblehead. You have to pay $1 to use the bridge to access the island, unless you can duck through the gate behind a resident islander (or know the code). Once on the island, don't just go to the cemetary... drive around and appreciate the amazing houses on the "inner circle" inlet. Pretty wild... And don't forget to stop at the Marblehead Lighthouse, then grab a bite at Netty's Chili Dogs. =)

This place is fascinating, fun to visit, unique in its experience and just simply beautiful. This…read moreis a fashionable summer resort island on Lake Erie sometimes called the Key West of the north, where once long ago the Miamis, Senecas, Ottawas, Eries and Shawnee called home is today a pristine water region, with beautiful vegetation, incredible panoramas, and unbelievable tranquility. This island is home to the International Peace Museum, Crystal Cave, Benson Ford Ship House, South Bass Island State Park and offers fabulous picnic areas, mini golf, boat and golf cart rentals, the Butterfly House, the Put-in-Bay Winery and much, much more. If you decide to stay over there's an exceptional array of vacation rentals B&Bs, a fabulous hotel, a resort to choose from - we had enormous fun here. The restos, bars and attraction are great. Put-in-Bay is an ideal destination for families, groups, and solo travelers, thanks to its distinctive blend of history, entertainment, and natural beauty. This small island offers a lively mix of distinctive shops and charming boutiques, too many to mention, making shopping a fun part of the experience - especially with terrific shopkeepers. Whether searching for unique souvenirs, island gear, or a special keepsake to bring home, you'll find plenty of options at every stop. We could have been there longer, and maybe we'll come back to do just that!

Awesome area to explore…read more The village is the area with most of the shops, restaurants and bars. You can easily get here by taking the jet express and the area is easy to walk. There is a park in the center of everything that has bathrooms and showers. The park is a great place to hang out for all ages with a playground for kids, historical markers and picnic tables. Around the park is a variety restaurants, bars, and shops to explore. Everything from ice cream to tacos. Not far off the main section you can walk to the village beach, Perry's monument, winery, and the boardwalk.