Chilo in Clermont County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
The Wakerobin
— Chilo: Living and Working with the Ohio River —
Photographed By Craig Doda, January 6, 2021
1. The Wakerobin Marker
The Wakerobin was built in 1926-for the US Lighthouse Service, which became the Coast Guard.
Most recently the Wakerobin was known as the USS Nightmare, a haunted Halloween attraction in Covington, KY. The boat sank at Hebron, KY in February 2005. The steam engines were salvaged and brought here to be displayed.
The Park District is currently working with the Sons and Daughters of Pioneer Rivermen to restore and paint these engines as an outdoor exhibit in the park.
Erected by Clermont County Park District.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical month for this entry is February 2005.
Location. 38° 47.424′ N, 84° 7.909′ W. Marker is in Chilo, Ohio, in Clermont County. Marker is on County Park Road, 0.2 miles south of Ohio River Scenic Byway (U.S. 52), on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 521 County Park Rd, Chilo OH 45112, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Garage and Maintenance Shed (a few steps from this marker); The “Rye” Field and Water Tower (within shouting distance of this marker); Chilo Lock & Dam #34 Powerhouse (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line);
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Photographed By Craig Doda, January 6, 2021
2. The Wakerobin Engines
Photographed By Craig Doda, January 6, 2021
3. The Wakerobin Engines
Photographed By Craig Doda, January 6, 2021
4. The Marvel of Wetlands
Nearby nature marker
Credits. This page was last revised on August 28, 2022. It was originally submitted on February 14, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 273 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on February 14, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
