Devon Drive (City's Service Complex)
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The main purpose of our department is to provide you, the community, with recreation and leisure opportunities. Recreation and leisure are vital parts in leading a healthy lifestyle.
Exchange ParkA refreshing place to relax in downtown Vermilion. The beautifully landscaped Exchange Park is located at the northeast corner of Liberty Avenue and Main Street in the shape of a triangle. It was here that the village founding fathers erected a small clapboard warehouse. One room was leased to area farmers and was used for selling or exchanging products. Exchange park is home to a public comfort station housed in an historic building that once served as Vermilion's Police Department.
A path at East Exchange Park wanders down to the river below, where the fish shanties once stood. Visitors will find seasonal plantings, trees, sitting areas and swings for children. A fantastic view of the Vermilion River awaits you.
Victory ParkLocals and visitors alike enjoy many a concert and festive events at Vermilion's "town square." Weddings are always popular at the grand gazebo. Victory Park is located at the northeast corner of Main Street and Ohio Street. The park is a popular place for people to relax and meet with friends and neighbors. Across the street sits the historic Old Town Hall and Vermilion's famous Auction House. An historic Firelands marker details the history of the area. This park continues to be the most widely used in the area, hosting the concessions for the annual Fish Festival, Woollybear Festival.
Village GreenThe Village Green offers beautiful green space across the street from Victory park in front of the historic Old Town Hall (Harbourtown Fine Arts Center) and Vermilion's famous Auction House.
Main Street BeachMain Street Beach is a public swimming beach in downtown Vermilion, Ohio on the north end of Main Street. Main Street Beach features an observation deck, a kayak/canoe launch, benches, an ADA mobility mat, a comfort station and a concession stand.
Vermilion’s Main Street Beach welcomes hundreds of daily visitors from near and far during summer months, inviting all to bask in the sunshine, play in the sand, jump in the water, paddle the lake, and more. The city’s beach is a public attraction that few other Ohio towns can boast. With only 17 percent of Ohio’s lakefront property along Lake Erie open for public access, Main Street Beach is a precious natural resource treasured by residents and visitors alike.
Vermilion's Main Street Beach is a popular destination for wading in the water, swimming, bird watching, building sand castles, beach glass hunting and viewing remarkable sunsets. Here you can also launch a kayak or canoe. Main Street Beach is ADA accessible and features a mobility mat and a sand wheelchair.
The Vermilion Lighthouse, a replica of the original lighthouse that was later moved to Lake Ontario, shines on Main Street in Vermilion. Shore Thing, at Vermilion's Main Street Beach, offers concessions, beach glass jewelry and visitor information.
Friendship Park
Sherod ParkLocated approximately ¼ of a mile to the west of the city, on Lake Erie, this park was donated by the Bessie Sherod Family - a founding family of Vermilion. Featuring green space, trees, natural areas and beaches, Sherod overlooks the breathtaking Lake Erie. This park boasts 2 ball diamonds, 2 picnic shelters, 2 playgrounds, a soccer field and a walking track. Plans have been created to develop this park into a "passive" park.
Hanover Square Park
West Breeze ParkLocated off of Rt. 60, this pocket park provides a pavilion and playground, along with a rentable pavilion and a large grassy area to play.
Showse Park & BeachLocated in Vermilion on the Lake, this park contains a beach, two ball diamonds, a basketball court, tennis courts, a soccer field, a pavilion and a playground. Located along the shore of Lake Erie, Showse Park gives people the opportunity to stop for a rest or to enjoy the boats and scenes of the waterfront.
Vermilion Skate & Bike ParkLocated on the corner of Douglas Street and Devon Drive. This facility features features many different ramps and jumps and can be used with skateboards, bmx, scooters, and inline skates. Helmets should be worn for safety.
Rotary Centennial ParkThis beautiful Vermilion park overlooks the Vermilion River under the historic water tower on West River Road in Harbour Town. This award winning park features flowering trees, plantings, benches, picnic tables and breathtaking views of the river. The site also features an historical marker plaque highlighting Vermilion's railroad history.
The Community Swimming Pool at 4846 Pineview Drive is typically open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, daily, weather permitting. Memberships are available.
McGarvey's Landing