KELLEYS ISLAND TOURS WITH CAPTAIN JOEL BYER!
See Kelleys Island from the water by boat. A close up tour, see the Marblehead lighthouse in the value trip. Bring something cold to sip on (no glass) if you like and enjoy the sunset on a guided sunset cruise. The tour is a great experience roughly 1.5 hrs and a trip your family and friends are sure love. Trips range from $199.00 and up priced for up to 6 people.
Discovering Kelleys Island by Boat: A Lake Erie Paradise
Exploring Kelleys Island by boat offers one of the most rewarding and scenic adventures on Lake Erie’s western basin. This charming island destination, located just a few miles north of Marblehead and easily accessible from Port Clinton and Sandusky, provides boaters with excellent facilities including a well-maintained state park marina, multiple docking options, and protected harbors that make it perfect for day trips or extended stays. Cruising around Kelleys Island reveals stunning limestone cliffs, secluded coves, and crystal-clear shallow waters that showcase the island’s unique geology and natural beauty. Boaters can anchor in the calm waters of the island’s north shore beaches, explore the famous Glacial Grooves geological formation accessible from the water, or simply enjoy a leisurely circumnavigation that takes in the island’s diverse shoreline. The journey to Kelleys Island itself is part of the adventure, with captains navigating past other Lake Erie Islands while keeping an eye out for sailboats, charter fishing vessels, and the occasional bald eagle soaring overhead.
Island Amenities and Boating Attractions
Kelleys Island’s boat-friendly infrastructure makes it an ideal destination for Lake Erie boaters seeking both natural beauty and convenient amenities. The downtown harbor area features transient dockage where visiting boaters can tie up and explore the island’s restaurants, bars, shops, and bike rental facilities—all within easy walking distance of the marina. Many boaters make Kelleys Island a central hub for island-hopping adventures, using it as a base to explore nearby South Bass Island (Put-in-Bay), Middle Bass Island, and the surrounding reef areas that offer excellent swimming, snorkeling, and fishing opportunities. The island’s slower pace and natural attractions, including its nature preserves and historic sites, provide a peaceful contrast to the busier party atmosphere of neighboring islands. Whether you’re seeking a quiet anchorage for a sunset dinner aboard your vessel, a family-friendly beach stop, or a walkable island town with great food and entertainment, touring Kelleys Island by boat delivers an unforgettable Lake Erie experience that combines scenic cruising, recreational opportunities, and genuine island hospitality.