For other places with the same name, see Fremont (Ohio) (disambiguation).
Fremont is a city in Ohio Erie shore west. It is the county seat of Sandusky County. Although Fremont has a rich, historic history, today many visitors come to Fremont to wade in and fish the Sandusky River. This is especially true at spawning time, when the river and banks are loaded with fishermen and State Wildlife Inspectors. Fremont is a beautiful city, with well maintained residential neighborhoods. Due to the location, it is a destination for those who enjoy Lake Erie and would prefer to be a bit away from the lake front and the little bit faster pace of life.
Understand
Visitor Information
- Sandusky County Convention and Visitors Bureau (SCCVB), 712 North St, +1-419-332-4470. M-Th 8:30AM-4:30PM, F 8:30AM-4PM. 2020-01-20
Get in
By car
Freemont can be reached through SR 20 NW/SE or SR 53 N/S
By bike
- North Coast Inland Trail, 41.337°, -83.1066°. Paved hike/bike path which connects to Clyde and Bellevue. Also connects to Lorain and Huron County. 2018-11-07
By plane
- Fremont Airport, 365 S State Rt 53, 41.333056°, -83.161111°, +1 419-332-8037. A general aviation airport. Offers fueling and maintenance services. 2018-12-04
Get around
By car
Roads are well maintained, driving is easy by car or motorcycle.
By boat
If you are trying to access the Sandusky River, the only marina between here and Lake Erie can be accessed by the 1st road south of the turnpike on the east side of the road. There are also three public boat ramps to the north along the river before Sandusky Bay.
See
- Hayes Presidential Center (Spiegel Grove), 712 North St, 41.3417°, -83.1294°, +1 419 332-2081. The first American Presidential Library. Rutherford B. Hayes, nineteenth president of the United States and Mrs. Hayes are buried on the grounds at Spiegel Grove. Spans 26 acres, includes his home, his tomb, the Presidential Library and Museum.
- Mull Covered Bridge, 41.2608°, -83.1844°. A historic wooden covered bridge constructed in 1851. 2018-11-07
- Frederick Fabing House, 41.3453°, -83.1169°. A historic house built in the second empire style. 2018-11-07
- Soldiers and McKinley Memorial Parkways, 41.34°, -83.1331°. A historic neighborhood. 2018-11-07
- Sandusky County Historical Museum, 514 Birchard Ave, 41.3446°, -83.1167°, +1 419-332-0303. 2018-11-23
- A total solar eclipse on Monday 8 April 2024 starts at 3:12PM local time and lasts 4 min. The chances of a clear sky are 30%. The track of totality is northeast from Mexico and Texas to Ohio, then along the Canada–New England border.
Do
The Hayes Presidential Center has numerous events throughout the year, including History Mystery and the Hayes Civil War Encampment on the grounds, in early October of each year.
- Fremont Speedway, Sandusky County Fairgrounds (Sandusky County Fairgrounds), 41.36°, -83.1147°, +1 419-333-0478. One-third mile Sprint car track.
- Plaza Lanes, 2641 East State Street, +1 419 332-1192, plazalanesfremont@gmail.com. Bowling alley
- Birchard Park, 41.3454°, -83.1282°. 2018-11-23
Learn
- Terra State Community College, 2830 Napoleon Rd, 41.353333°, -83.158611°, +1 419 334-8400. 2018-11-07
Buy
- Freemont Cycle & Fitness, 107 N. Ohio Ave, +1 419-332-4481. M-F 10AM-6PM, Sa 9AM-3PM. Sells and repairs bicycles. Also sells fitness gear. 2018-12-09
Eat
- Casa Fiesta, 2455 Hayes Ave, +1 419 332-0811.
- Whitey's Diner, 216 E State St,, +1 419 334-9183. M-Sa 6AM-2PM, Su 7AM-2PM. Here they can sling some hash for breakfast most likely. 2022-02-11
- The Garrison, 209 Garrison St, +1 419 333-8260. M-Th 11AM-11PM, F Sa 11AM-midnight. An eatery with dark tones and comfort food and draft beer. 2022-02-11
- The 818 Club, 818 Croghan St, +1 419 334-9122.
Produce stands
Outside the city, many farmers sell their own fresh produce at their farms.
- Brubaker's Acres, 2280 OH-12 (1 mile west of SR 53 on SR 12), +1 419-986-6391.
- Potter's Berry Farm, 2275 North CR 239, +1 419-332-5890.
Drink
- Shellukes Bar and Grill, 1673 E State St, +1 419-334-9133. 2018-12-09
Sleep
- Comfort Inn & Suites, 840 Sean Dr, +1 419 355-9300.
- Hampton Inn & Suites, 540 East County Rd 89, +1 419 332-7650. $142 (Feb 2022)
- Quality Inn, 3422 North SR 53, +1 419 332-0601. $73 (Feb 2022)
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites North Fremont, 1501 Hospitality Ct, +1 419 332-7700. $113 (Feb 2022) 2020-01-20
Connect
- Birchard Public Library, 423 Croghan St, 41.3459°, -83.1156°, +1 419 334-7101. Offers public computers and WiFi 2020-04-22
Go next
- Cedar Point
- Port Clinton
- Sandusky
- Toledo
- Green Springs is a small village with mineral springs, one of the largest sulfur springs in the world.