Specialty Boat Tours
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: Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Cost: $16
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 two-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: Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain
- Duration: 2 hours
- Cost: $20
Lighthouse Tour
Offered in conjunction with the Lorain Lighthouse Foundation, this cruise involves a shuttle ride to and from the historic Lorain Lighthouse, as well as a tour of the interior of the structure. Learn about the history of the lighthouse as volunteers stand by to answer any questions you may have.
- Departure Location: Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain
- Shuttles run every 45 minutes
- Cost: $20 (Click HERE to purchase tickets and learn more!)
Interested in taking a tour of the Lighthouse on a day and time of your choosing? Click HERE for the application. Call Frank at (440) 960-2301 for further details and to submit applications/fees.
Lighthouse Sunset Wine Dinner
Organized by the Lorain Lighthouse Foundation and offered every Tuesday from June 16-September 8, 2020, this specialty cruise not only involves a fantastic dining experience at the Lighthouse but also includes a tour of the structure. Dinner and wine pairings are provided by the Erie Steak & Seafood Co. Restaurant. The cruise departs from the guest dock at Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain. To purchase tickets, call 440-984-1012.
- Departure Location: Oasis Marina at Port Lorain
- Duration: 3 hours
- Cost: $130 (Click HERE to purchase tickets and learn more!)