Headlands Beach State Park

Category: State park

Address: 9601 Headlands Rd, Mentor, OH 44060, USA

Phone: +14404668400

Reviews

Dave Panasiuk

Jul 7, 2022

Awesome one mile long sandy beach. About 25 minutes from Cleveland or 40 minutes from Geneva-on-the-lake. Worth the ride! My favorite northeastern Ohio beach!

Daniel Duran

May 25, 2022

Beautiful park right next to Lake Eerie! I can definitely tell why it was ranked one of the best beaches in Ohio as it was definitely a great place to enjoy some time out with friends or family! I highly recommend visiting if you’re in the area!

Ruth Wise

Mar 7, 2022

I had no idea Ohio had this big beach! And the surrounding park was delightful as well... plenty of parking, generous number of bathrooms, lighthouse.

Benjamin “Ben” Taylor

Dec 21, 2021

Nice place to visit... Beach is more gravel then sand. Scenery is pretty.

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Questions & Answers

Is there a website to find out about water quality? I don’t see a green, yellow or red flag or any water safety alerts online. Hate to drive an hour up there and find out water quality is poor from a sign

Kellie King | Jan 20, 2019
John Fouts | Jan 21, 2019

Ohio's beach guard site and USGS's newscast site both provide beach water quality info. Headlands state park has had good water quality as of late. The last advisory was on 7/7/18. Keep in mind that today's data is not available yet. It should be posted by noon.

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Is mentor headlands open, and is there sea glass I can find in is beautiful park? Taking a trip that way this week. Thank you!

kelly bossert | Jan 19, 2021
holly braschwitz (hollyinthecleve) | Jan 20, 2021

Yes, it is open. Lots of sea glass to be found!!! Enjoy

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Is it pet friendly

B.dianeEverhart B.dianeEverhart | Jan 20, 2018
David Long | Jan 21, 2018

Yes, just not on the beach. Geneva State Park has a dog area on the west end of the beach.

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Can u swim in the beach

Puropinche Party alv | Jan 20, 2019
Lora Robertson | Jan 21, 2019

Yes! Its free to swim. There are tons of rock on this beach especially closer to the water, so water shoes are recommended. Fun for rock hunting. Just north of Headlands beach is Fairport Harbor beach which costs $3 to park but the beach is free to swim as well. In my opinion, Fairport is better for swimming, the sand is so much better with few rocks, and the parking is close to the sand. Fairport also has a playground for kids. We had fun at both beaches though!

Are there nearby hotels to stay overnight at?

Natasha Ragan | Aug 22, 2021
Jasy Re | Aug 23, 2021

Yes, within a 10 mile radius. Expedia.com or Hotels.com

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Are the bathrooms open to the public?

Sarah Christman | Jan 19, 2021
DJ Wanda B | Jan 20, 2021

Yes

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Are restrooms open?

Sarah Opalach | Jan 19, 2021
Bob Frischkorn | Jan 20, 2021

Yes

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Can I grill here?

Corrine Hooks | Jan 20, 2019
Mitch Yancey | Jan 21, 2019

Yes you can, and they also have picnic tables. I'm not sure if they can be reserved. 1st come basis.

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Is there a place to cook out here?

meghan stibrick | Jan 20, 2019
Jennifer Hanselman | Jan 21, 2019

Yes, plenty of grills and picnic tables, many in the shade.

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Is the park open all year round?

Beata Warren | Jan 20, 2019
Gary | Jan 21, 2019

yes but not all parking lots are

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Is the park open

Mark Sanders | Jan 20, 2018
Scott Burnett | Jan 21, 2018

For a shower

Are dead fish still washing up?

Emily Evans | Oct 21, 2021
Steve Mercer | Oct 22, 2021

Not on the west end of the beach as of 10/02/2021.

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Is the beach in the area of totally for the April 2024 eclipse?

Phil Schweitzer | Sep 21, 2021
Jeanne Sharples | Sep 22, 2021

Not sure 😕

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Do you have to pay for anything like a parking place or to go in

Genesis Martinez | Aug 22, 2021
Charlotte Newman | Aug 23, 2021

No no parking free

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Any place where I can rent a beach umbrella?

margaret queen | Jul 23, 2021
Scott Burnett | Jul 24, 2021

Bring your oun

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Are dogs allowed?

Tina Battle | Mar 25, 2021
posisteve | Mar 26, 2021

there is a beach on the inside of the breakwall that i think is pet friendly. park as close to the NE corner of the park, walk east towards lighthouse. its on your right halfway down

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Is alge preventing swimming at Headlands State Park?

Ben Griffith | Jan 19, 2021
Laura Doe | Jan 20, 2021

No

Are dogs allowed at the beach or park area?

_SWAGNER83 _ | Jan 19, 2021
Ramona Montello | Jan 20, 2021

Dogs not allowed on Headlands beach, but leashed are okay on footpath. Dog designated area at Fairport Harbor, east end only.

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Are we allowed to bring a float?

Tugba Olgac | Jan 19, 2021
glen chambers | Jan 20, 2021

It was a sign there I'm pretty sure that said no floaties devices but I do not know if they enforce it or not

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Why are they moving large amounts of sand onto logs with Large equipment at Headlands state park.the logs look like there staged at serten places and angels..

Tim Dickinson | Jan 19, 2021
Brian Sandberg | Jan 20, 2021

Could be erosion control 🤔

It's available for pets ?

Brizeyda Castro | Jan 19, 2021
Brian Sandberg | Jan 20, 2021

Pets are not allowed on the beach but are allowed on the walking path

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Can you spend the night on this beach or does it close at dark?

Lindsey Jo | Jan 19, 2021
James Dalton | Jan 20, 2021

It closes half an hour after sunset, so unfortunately no.

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When is the best time to go when it is not busy

The Dude | Jan 20, 2020
Cathy Brienen | Jan 21, 2020

We went on a beautiful sunny Sunday afternoon. Although it was busy, it's such a large beach, we didn't feel crowded

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Why is there no wheelchair access to the beach or a deck for old people and young to get down to the beach? Walking with kids on hot sand with a ton of stuff is a killer.

Lynn Kistler | Jan 19, 2021
James Dalton | Jan 20, 2021

They have semi-recently built a wheelchair accessible boardwalk that will take you from the parkinglot all the way down to a small shaded pavillion right on the beach. It's a beautiful boardwalk too! It's located on the far east end. Park in the farthest east parkinglot.

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Can dogs go there

Jeffrey Fehn | Jan 20, 2020
H P | Jan 21, 2020

Not on the beach itself, but on the sidewalk

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Are there any electric outlets on the outside of the restrooms?

Amy Hazlett | Jan 20, 2020
ismael roman | Jan 21, 2020

I dont recall seeing any.

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Can you launch a kayak into Lake Erie there at the park?

tom urban | Jan 20, 2020
Denise Capriola | Jan 21, 2020

I have done it and have seen others do it too.

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Is the beach still flooded and if not, is it safe?

Linda Myers | Jan 20, 2020
Marcus Kinnard | Jan 21, 2020

Beaches are always flooded :p! Aside from Lake Erie being high, I cannot imagine it is high enough that there is no beach. You should still be able to enjoy Headlands.

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Is the sands still under water? Is it clear to go swimming?

Ariel Caraballo | Jan 20, 2020
Laura Welch | Jan 21, 2020

It's open but I'm not aure about swimming.

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Is parking lot still flooded?

jaime swansegar | Jan 20, 2020
Bonny Goode | Jan 21, 2020

yes

Are dogs permitted

John Macdonald | Jan 19, 2021
James Dalton | Jan 20, 2021

No. Dogs are not permitted on the beach. Only on specific walkways. I have personally received a $280 fine for this. 1/5 do not recommend.

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Is there a swimming area?

Chris | Jan 20, 2020
AG7.24 | Jan 21, 2020

Yea in Lake Erie. Very Large beach. Awesome for picnics etc.

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Is there a campground with electric sites?

Maple Leaf | Jan 20, 2020
Robert Ciarlillo | Jan 21, 2020

No they don't have that available.😿

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Is the 24 hour fishing still available?

Ashley Lyons | Jan 20, 2019
Hayanna Henderson | Jan 21, 2019

To my understanding I do believe it is in some areas.

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Are bonfires permitted on Headlands Beach?

Michael Meyer | Jan 20, 2019
Daniel Car | Jan 21, 2019

Nope, sorry!

Ok i saw plenty of beach bonfires?? Are they legal or no? Just moved to area and is curious

FALLON VAUTERS | Jan 20, 2020
Haley Hawk | Jan 21, 2020

No

Is there fishing

Greg Reed | Jan 20, 2019
Derek Anderson | Jan 21, 2019

Yes

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Are dogs allowed on the beach AFTER Labor Day weekend? Thanks.

Tilly Lo | Jan 20, 2019
Zachary Williams | Jan 21, 2019

I have seen leashed dogs on the multi purpose trail with their owners. But I have never seen a dog on the beach.

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How is the water quality? Is it clean/clear(ish), is the bottom gross and mucky or sandy?

K | Jan 20, 2019
Nicole Smart | Jan 21, 2019

The water quality wasn't too bad. Better then most places. & the bottom is sandy but also really Rocky. So definitely recommend water shoes or sandals.

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Where do you camp close to this beach?

Ashley Bacorn | Jan 20, 2019
Abbey K | Jan 21, 2019

Some of the lake metro parks offer camping options locally. But they would not be within walking distance of the beach.

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What does it cost to go into the beach area??

Erica Cain | Jan 20, 2019
Janet Rieger | Jan 21, 2019

No cost unless you buy refreshments. No admission or parking fee.

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Can you park a vehicle overnight?

Ryan J | Jan 20, 2019
Brian Weaver | Jan 21, 2019

Technically you probably can if you use the parking for 24 hour fishing access

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Is the concession stand open yet

Jesse Reyes | Jan 20, 2019
Desiree D. | Jan 21, 2019

Yes

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Does this Park have showers for rinsing off after being at the beach?

Steve Bogdanski | Jan 20, 2019
bigvirg 273to70.3 “big virg” | Jan 21, 2019

yes

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what date does the beach open

Isabelle Rodecker | Jan 20, 2019
Greg S | Jan 21, 2019

It's a public area...always open

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Are you allowed to have a tent n camp fire?

Michael Page | Jan 20, 2019
Scott Seeland | Jan 21, 2019

No

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Is it opensept 16

Mark Sanders | Jan 20, 2018
Robert Dollinger | Jan 21, 2018

Yes...it is open year round from sunrise to half an hour after sunset.

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