Immerse Yourself in History at Fort Meigs Historic Site

Getting There

• Car

  From Maumee Bay State Park, exit onto East State Route 2. Head northwest on State Route 2 for approximately 4 miles. Take the exit toward I-75 South, and merge onto I-75 South. Continue for about 9 miles, then take exit 195 for Louisiana Avenue toward Perrysburg. Turn left onto Louisiana Avenue, and follow it for 1.5 miles. Turn right onto West River Road, and the Fort Meigs Historic Site will be on your left at 29100 W River Rd, Perrysburg, OH 43551. There is no parking fee at the site.

• Public Transportation

  If you are using public transportation, first take a local bus service from Maumee Bay State Park to the nearest transit hub in Toledo. From there, transfer to the bus line that services Perrysburg. Depending on the schedule, this may involve a short wait. Once you arrive in Perrysburg, you will need to walk about 1 mile to the Fort Meigs Historic Site. Make sure to check the bus schedules in advance as they can vary, and be aware there may be a small fare for the bus rides, typically around $2-$3 each way.

• Bicycle

  For those who enjoy cycling, you can bike from Maumee Bay State Park to Fort Meigs Historic Site. Start by heading southwest on East State Route 2 for about 4 miles, then switch to Louisiana Avenue. Continue on Louisiana Avenue for 1.5 miles before turning onto West River Road. The total distance is approximately 7 miles. There are bike racks available at Fort Meigs for parking your bicycle. If you are not equipped with a bicycle, there are local rental shops in the nearby Perrysburg area.