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For those who may not know, the city of Toledo was named after a small town outside of Madrid, Spain. The Toledo Spain Plaza stands as a reminder of that link. This is a grassy area off Collingwood Avenue which actually resembles more of a median than a plaza. The plaza is located at the edge of the Historic West End neighborhood and is an excellent place for a leisurely walk or even a picnic.

Maumee State Park offers plenty of enticing natural amenities. One of the most popular is the availability of two sand beaches. One of these beaches is located on the Lake Erie shore while the other one is available via the park's inland lake. The beaches boast a concession area as well as amenities like bathrooms and changing booths.

Enjoy the scenery while learning about some interesting pieces of history when you take a tour on Toledo's Sandpiper Boat. This is a passenger cruise vessel that offers tours of the Maumee River and is available for public and private boat rides from May through October. Everything from history to ecology and the area's significant events all come together in a memorable way when you get on board and experience one of these highly engaging and memorable tours that offer different packages that include lunch and dinner cruises as well as historical and educational field trips.

The Portage River in nearby Sandusky is a short 11-mile drive away from Toledo, but the extra effort to get there is worth it. Enjoy the best whitewater rafting adventure as well as kayaking and other water recreation at this popular destination.