Olander Park at a Glance
Park Hours:
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June 1 to July 31: 7am to 10pm
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August 1 to 31: 7am to 9pm
Lake Olander Swim Beach & Boat Rentals
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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:
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October to mid-April, free;
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Late April to September: $3 per car Monday thru Thursday; $5 per car Friday, Saturday & Sunday
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Major holiday weekends: $7 per car
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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.
The Bait & Boat Shop at Olander Park
Spend a lazy afternoon fishing or taking a paddle around Lake Olander. The Bait and Boat Shop is open for the season!
Hours of Operation
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May 1 to May 28: Open Saturday & Sunday, 10am to 7pm, Last boat rental at 6pm. (weather permitting)
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May 29 through August 15: Open Daily, 10am to 7pm, Last boat rental at 6pm. (weather permitting)
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August 16 to September 19: Open Saturday & Sunday, 10am to 7pm, Last boat rental at 6pm. (weather permitting)
Bait Shop: Hooks, bobbers, and worms are available for sale in the Bait Shop. We sell red wiggler worms, wax worms, and nightcrawlers. The shop does not sell fishing poles or fishing licenses. Lake Olander observes all Ohio fishing regulations including requiring a fishing license for those over 16 years of age and daily catch limits. Purchase a fishing license on the ODNR website by clicking HERE
Boat Shop: Ready to get on the water? Rent out one of our four popular options – paddle boats, rowboats, stand up paddleboards, and single or tandem kayaks! Boater renters must be 16 years or older to take out a craft and 12 years or older to ride without an adult (excludes paddle boards).
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Paddle Boats rent for $5-per-half-hour and seat up to 3 people
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Rowboats are $5-per-hour and hold up to four people
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Single and Tandem Kayaks are $8 per hour
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Stand Up Paddleboards are $8 per hour (available Memorial Day to Labor Day)
Bringing Your Own Boat to Olander? Please follow these rules for your safety:
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Small, electric motors only
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Must be off water 1 hour before park closing
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Life jackets are required to be carried on board all personal watercrafts – one per person
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All passengers younger than 11 years of age onboard a vessel must be wearing a life jacket
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Life jackets must be worn at all times when operating a Stand Up Paddleboard on Lake Olander
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Let us know you are on the water – check in with a TOPS staff member at the Maintenance Shop
Please be responsible and follow all safety protocols.
Lake Olander Swim Beach
Come enjoy the all-natural sand at Lake Olander Swim Beach! Don’t miss out on the new water toys scheduled to be installed this summer!
Swimmers and sun-worshipers can hit the natural sand beach Wednesdays through Sundays beginning May 29, from Noon to 6pm, weather permitting.
Once school starts on August 16, the beach will be open on weekends only from Noon to 6 pm, with Labor Day the last day of the swim season.
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Admission is $3 for TOPS residents and $5 for all others, with kids 2 & under free.
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No reservations needed this year, but limited availability will be available. Admission will be first-come, first-serve. Limit 140 visitors.
Support TOPS and enjoy free swim admission by purchasing a Family Membership! By becoming a TOPS Member, you not only help ensure the continuing high quality of your parks, but also receive special benefits as a result of your contributions. Full details available – CLICK HERE
Our Family Memberships ($125) include unlimited free admission to Swim Beach for up to five family members, four free boat passes, 25% off program fees, and free parking for non-residents.
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Individual Memberships ($40) include half-price swim admission, two free boat passes, 25% off program fees, and free parking for non-residents.
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Become an Advocate Member ($25) or Trustee Member ($500) and enjoy all of the Family Membership benefits plus free programs, discounts on shelter rentals, and more.
Volunteer with TOPS!
TOPS is always in need of volunteers to keep our parks clean and safe for everyone. Sign up to become a volunteer today!
TOPS offers four other parks in the Toledo area. Learn more and plan to explore them all!