Welcome to Lorain, OH

Lorain is located in northeastern Ohio on Lake Erie, at the mouth of the Black River. The Charles Berry Bridge is located in Lorain, and is the second-largest bascule bridge in the world. There are 51 parks managed by the city parks and recreation department. The Lorain County Metro Parks section of Lakeview Park features a playground on the beach, volleyball courts, a bathhouse with eight family changing rooms, five showers, and a concession stand, several gazebos and picnic shelters. One of the highlights of the summer season is the Lorain International Festival.

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