ABOUT SANDUSKY OH

Sandusky is located along Lake Erie in Erie County, Ohio. Thanks to this beautiful waterfront location, Sandusky is a highly-sought after travel destination. The city’s central location between Toledo and Cleveland makes it a prime spot for having fun. Erie Environmental is proud to serve Sandusky and surrounding neighborhoods.

Found along the shore of Lake Erie in northern Ohio, Sandusky offers residents and visitors a storied history. Established in 1818, Sandusky sat atop what was once a village called Portland. Eventually, Sandusky enveloped the former village, serving as a trading center for the English, French, and Americans. Prior to abolition, slaves stopped in Sandusky as they bravely traveled the Underground Railroad toward freedom. From here, the slaves crossed Lake Erie into Canada out of the reach of slave catchers.

By 1835, Sandusky started to see major changes with the groundbreaking for the Mad River and Lake Erie Railroad. Not only did this open access to the rest of the country, it also allowed industrial areas to flourish. Later in the late 20th Century, Battery Park Marina came to replace the original railroad, effectively reducing traffic on the line. In turn, another business began to boom in the form of paper-making. Sandusky served as the home of the Hinde & Dauch Paper Company which employed the most people in the city through the early 1900s.

Today, Sandusky has evolved into a well-known and loved location. Midway between Toledo and Cleveland, Sandusky’s proximity to Canada makes it a unique access point. The area allows for quite a bit of bang for your buck, being named the #1 “Best Place to Live Cheaply” in the U.S. by Forbes. Beyond that, Sandusky offers great entertainment to residents and visitors alike. Cedar Point amusement park, boating to nearby islands, and indoor and outdoor waterparks comprise the lifeblood of Sandusky’s tourism industry. With its unique location, history, and ample options for fun, Sandusky, Ohio is a great place to live and visit.