Ohio or the Bahamas? This kayaking paradise has crystal clear water

Photo of Silver Rock Quarry courtesy of Angie Hicks

Anyone who tries to tell you that “summer is over” is wrong – we technically have until September 23rd to enjoy all that summer has to offer, and there’s a lesser known spot with turquoise waters that will make you feel as if you got in a late summer vacation before it ends.

There’s an old quarry called Silver Rock that boasts 100 acres of clear water, specifically designated for kayakers, paddle boarders, and fishers (by permit).

Photo courtesy of Tiffany Craft via Kayak Ohio

Many kayakers in the Kayak Ohio Facebook group discuss how this quarry transports them to another state or even another country. It’s easy to forget you’re in the small town of Gibsonburg, OH while paddling around Caribbean-like blue waters.

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One post says, “We kayaked here several times over the summer and felt like we were on a Caribbean island…The water is clear and beautiful with sandy beaches and an island to kayak around. It’s wayyyy bigger than it appears… One of the coolest spots!”

Photo courtesy of Meghan Kathleen via Kayak Ohio

Photo courtesy of Andrew Fritsch via Kayak Ohio

This quarry doesn’t allow swimming – but if you’re looking for a space to swim after a day out on the water, there’s another quarry we wrote about last week that offers blue, clear water as well, only 5 minutes away from here.

For rules, regulations, permits, and essential information, such as what types of boats are allowed, take a look at their website. The quarry is located at 1751-2099 N Bair Rd, Gibsonburg, OH 43431.

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