Port Clinton, County seat on Lake Erie in Ohio, United States.
Port Clinton extends along the Portage River mouth on Lake Erie, encompassing 2.28 square miles of waterfront terrain and residential areas.
The settlement received its name in 1828 to honor New York governor DeWitt Clinton, who developed the Erie Canal connecting Midwest markets to New York.
The city celebrates its fishing heritage through the annual Walleye Festival, which brings together anglers for tournaments and community festivities.
The Jet Express ferry service operates from Port Clinton's marina district, providing regular transportation to the Lake Erie islands throughout the season.
Every New Year's Eve, the city conducts the Walleye Drop ceremony in downtown, featuring a 20-foot fiberglass fish descending at midnight.
Location: Ottawa County
Elevation above the sea: 177 m
Website: http://portclinton.com
GPS coordinates: 41.50970,-82.94030
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:40
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