Boat Tours
River Nature Tour
Cruise the shores of the beautiful Black River on an all-inclusive tour of Lorain’s waterfront areas. This two hour excursion includes a tour of the river, harbor, and a pass by the historic Lorain Lighthouse. Learn about the wildlife that lives in your backyard, and maybe even catch a glimpse of a bald eagle! This cruise departs from Black River Landing.
- Departure Location: Black River Landing
- Duration: 2 hours
- Cost: $16
Sunset Cruise
After dining on the waterfront and enjoying an evening stroll on the recently renovated pier, enjoy an evening cruise around the harbor and a short trip up the Black River. Bring your camera so that you can enjoy this memorable cruise at sunset as we cruise by the historic Lighthouse. This cruise departs from the Jackalope Dock at Spitzer Lakeside Marina.
- Departure Location: Spitzer Lakeside Marina
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Cost: $15
History Excursion
Cruise the Lorain waterfront and learn the importance the waterways played in the development of Lorain that began at the mouth of the Black River. This 2 hour history tour will be narrated by a member of the Lorain Historical Society and will cruise past the Lorain Lighthouse and other historic landmarks. The excursion will view the waterfront harbor and continue on the riverfront past the sites of industrial giants, American Shipbuilding and United States Steel, to witness the rebirth of wildlife preserves on the Black River.
- Departure Location: Black River Landing
- Duration: 2 hours
- Cost: $20
Lighthouse Tour
This cruise involves a shuttle ride to and from the historic Lorain Lighthouse, as well as a tour of the interior of the lighthouse. Learn about the history of the structure as volunteers stand by to answer any questions you may have.
- Departure Location: Black River Landing
- Shuttles run every 30 minutes
- Cost: $20
Lighthouse Dinner Cruise
Join us for this specialty cruise that not only involves a fantastic dining experience at the Lighthouse, but also includes a tour of the structure. Dinner and wine pairings provided by the Jackalope Restaurant. This cruise departs from the Jackalope Dock at Spitzer Lakeside Marina. To purchase tickets, call 440-984-1012.
- Departure Location: Spitzer Lakeside Marina
- Duration: 3 hours
- Cost: $125
Fall Foliage Voyage
If you love the colors that autumn brings, then this trip is for you! See the most magnificent landscapes as you travel down the Black River into a wonderland of imagery. This one-and-a-half hour trip will strike you speechless as you take in the sites and wildlife.
- Departure Location: Black River Landing
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Cost: $16