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    Presque Isle State Park

    2,428 Reviews
    #1 of 63 things to do in Erie
    Nature & Parks
    1 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA 16505-2065
    +1 814-833-7424
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    “Lovely place. Great sunset.Lots of people. boathouses!”

    I love that the speed limit is low. Makes for increased safety for sure. As you drive along you can... read more

    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Lisa C
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    Steubenville, United States
    “Beautiful park! Limited restrooms in september !!”

    We enjoyed a wonderful mid September family picnic here at beach 11. There is a nice pavilion and... read more

    Reviewed 3 days ago
    mamallama1124
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    ashtabula ohio
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    4.5
    2,428 reviews
    • Excellent79%
    • Very good17%
    • Average2%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
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    “beautiful beaches” (86 reviews)
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    LOCATION
    1 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA 16505-2065
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    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Lovely place. Great sunset.Lots of people. boathouses!

    I love that the speed limit is low. Makes for increased safety for sure. As you drive along you can see the water and across the bay. you can also watch the bikers, walkers, rollerbladers and alike.... there are plenty of benches in the pull...More

    Thank Lisa C
    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Beautiful park! Limited restrooms in september !!

    We enjoyed a wonderful mid September family picnic here at beach 11. There is a nice pavilion and easy paved access to the beach. We found the park clean and the play area was quite unique and enjoyed by all the kids in our group....More

    Thank mamallama1124
    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Nice park, but couldn't find bike only trail

    I thought that there was a bike/walking only trail in the park, but never did find it. I was recalling something that I visited back in early 90s however. Lake Erie beach was pretty clean. Felt like there could have been more signs on how...More

    Thank Shelley M
    Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile
    Beautiful

    This is a must visit when in Erie. Historic place in US history. Beach front is a great place to spend the day. Boat docks available. Bike/hike trail is well maintained and along the waterfront in many places. Family friendly place and well maintained.

    Thank M2Denis
    Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile
    Walking

    Nice walking with many sidewalk trails for even walking. The rangers at the station are very helpful. The views from the top of the two light houses are great! Try to catch a sunset if you can.

    Thank Joan R
    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Perfect in Presque

    Went up to Presque Isle for the day and was not disappointed, weather was beautiful and as always made our way to Beach 6 where I love the vibe, am sad the summer is over, but can't wait till next year.

    Thank kellygreen66
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    A beautiful place

    I was on a business trip and was staying at a hotel 10 min away from the Park. I was there for only 2 days so I thought I'll wake up a little earlier and visit this Park before going off to work and turns...More

    Thank Niranjan M
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Great place to go

    We love driving around and stopping by the lake and on the beach. Lots of places to sit and also restrooms. The welcome center is great too.

    Thank Katalin M
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Great park!

    My husband, sisters, brother in law and I met another couple at Presque Isle. This was my second time being there and the other couples first. They were very impressed with the beauty of Presque Isle! We grabbed a quick lunch at Sara's (good food,...More

    Thank Andrea B
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    A nice place to visit

    Overall a nice place not really what i expected but it is still a very nice area. Was a place we wanted to visit and glad we did,

    Thank Heather R
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    cindykolch
    18 August 2017|
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    Response from jessjg21 | Reviewed this property |
    Yes absolutely! Just be sure to bring something to pick up after they go to bathroom!
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    Sarah C
    13 August 2017|
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    Response from Loretta C | Reviewed this property |
    I was only at Beach 11, but I heard the lifeguard tell someone else that 11 has the least waves, and it is pretty flat to get in the water. It worked for me as I was using a cane. There were many small children there and... More
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    pbp007
    11 August 2017|
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    Response from Audreyml345 | Reviewed this property |
    We not only have the beach but Waldameer water park is there to. If you like a real Italian food we suggest trying U Wanna Pizza and a Pie, 2430 West 8, they have the best authentic homemade dough pizza , you can call them... More
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