THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN SANDUSKY, OHIO IN THE WINTER

You might think winter in Ohio is cold and boring, but the reality is, there are plenty of fun things to do in Ohio in the winter! Plan a winter visit to one of my favorite coastal towns, Sandusky.

Indoor Waterpark Resort Getaway

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Visit a winery

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Sandusky Segway Tour

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Ice fishing

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Winter Hike at Sawmill Creek Preserve

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Snowshoeing

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Winter Photography

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