A kayaking trip up the Black River in Lorain

Here are some scenes from a Saturday kayaking trip up the Black River in Lorain. Later this summer the Lorain County Metro Parks will officially dedicate a new 27-mile boat/kayak trail from the Vermilion River Reservation to the Black River Reservation.

Bird-watching on the Black River is spectacular. Click here for more information.

Black River Landing in Lorain is also known for being station 100 of the Underground Railroad. Last year a monument was placed here at Black River Landing, paying homage to the abolitionists who risked their lives by helping slaves escape to Canada.

The Charles Berry Bridge in Lorain is the second largest bascule bridge in the world.

Sailboats head out for an afternoon of racing

View of the Jackalope Restaurant in Lorain.

A great place to tie off and have a bite to eat.

Appledore V, a 65' schooner takes Lorain Port Fest attendees on a public sail. Click here for today’s schedule. Click here for more info on kayaking along the Back Roads and Beaches route.