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Welcome to Olander Park

Whether you prefer activities on land or in the water, 60-acre Olander Park in Sylvania is a recreational oasis that’s sure to please.

At the center of it all is a spring-fed, 28-acre lake that’s perfect for fishing and boating.

For land lovers, there’s a 1.1 mile paved, ADA-accessible loop surrounding the lake that’s ideal for walking, jogging, rollerblading and bicycling. Blow off steam at one of the park’s three playgrounds or gather friends for a game on one of four sand volleyball courts.

Olander Park also features three facilities that are available to rent for wedding receptions, meetings, family reunions and more.

Trout Derby News: Due to the pandemic, TOPS will be postponing the 30th Annual Trout Derby to next spring 2022. ODNR is scheduled to stock Lake Olander with trout the week of April 26. Please note: Anglers age 16 and older are required to have an Ohio fishing license to fish in state public waters. The daily catch limit for inland lakes is five trout per angler with no minimum size limit. TOPS plans to hold a Family Fishing Weekend June 19 & 20 at Olander Park. Details coming soon.

Seasonal Fishing, Boat Shop and Beach Swimming

The Boat Shop is scheduled to open for the season on May 1 for weekends only. The shop will open daily beginning Memorial Day. Details coming soon.
The Swim Beach is scheduled to open Memorial Day weekend. Details coming soon.

Olander Lake observes all Ohio fishing regulations. Ohio requires a fishing license for those 16-65 years of age. The Boat Shop does not sell licenses or rent fishing poles. Boat access for Lake Olander will open Memorial Day weekend. Please be responsible and follow all safety protocols.

Bringing Your Own Boat to Olander? Please follow these rules for your safety:

Small, electric motors only
Must be off water 1 hour before park closing
Life jackets are required to be carried on board all personal watercrafts – one per person
All passengers younger than 11 years of age onboard a vessel must be wearing a life jacket
Life jackets must be worn at all times when operating a Stand Up Paddleboard on Lake Olander
Let us know you are on the water – check in with a TOPS staff member at the Maintenance Shop

Olander Park at a Glance

Park Hours:

April 1 to 30: 7am to 8:30pm
May 1 to 27: 7am to 9pm
May 28 to 31: 7am to 10pm

Special Instructions: We are sorry, but pets are NOT allowed in Olander Park.

Location
6930 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania, Ohio
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Admission
Park access is free for residents of the Sylvania School District. For all others, the parking rates are as follows:

October to mid-April, free;
Late April to September: $3 per car Monday thru Thursday; $5 per car Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Major holiday weekends: $7 per car
Additional fees apply for boat rentals and swimming.

Rental Facilities
Olander Park offers three rental facilities: Nederhouser Community Hall and two open-air shelters. View our rentals page for details on amenities, rates, available dates and to book a facility. Please note: Reservations are being accepted for 2021. Restrictions apply. Please read all guidelines before booking.

Lake Olander Winter Activities

TOPS opens Lake Olander for winter use if and when it achieves a consistent 7 inches of clear blue ice. Until this occurs, Red Flags fly at various locations around the lake to indicate unsafe conditions. When the depth reaches the necessary figure, Green Flags signal the ice is safe.

Current Ice Conditions: Lake Olander is closed to winter activities.

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