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    Presque Isle State Park

    2,534 Reviews
    #1 of 65 things to do in Erie
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    1 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA 16505-2065
    +1 814-833-7424
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    “Nice views of the lake.”

    Too cold to swim and lighthouse closed, but everything was beautiful. We took a nice drive and... read more

    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Deanna L
    “Cold and windy but still magical”

    I live in Pittsburgh and anytime I’m near Erie I tried to get to Presque Isle even if it’s cold... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
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    2,534 reviews
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    • Very good17%
    • Average2%
    • Poor1%
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    1 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA 16505-2065
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    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Nice views of the lake.

    Too cold to swim and lighthouse closed, but everything was beautiful. We took a nice drive and walked out to see the beach. We climbed the tower right after you exit the park on the left across from the Water park.

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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Cold and windy but still magical

    I live in Pittsburgh and anytime I’m near Erie I tried to get to Presque Isle even if it’s cold windy and rainy which it was this weekend. It was definitely too cold to go for a walk on the beach but I did get...More

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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Beautiful Sunsets

    Presque Isle offers many beaches and trails. The beaches are good but the sand is quite dirty. You will need a good wash down after sitting on the beach but other than that it is a very nice place. The trails are great for walking,...More

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Wonderful area

    We spent an afternoon here. Took the car and drove around the peninsula. Stopped and had a long walk along the lake coast. So beautiful and magnificent. Still much ice. Can really recommend! Would spend much time here if I lived in Erie, that’s for...More

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Favorite place

    This is always an amazing place to spend a day!!! Lots of activities during the summer months!!! Lots of trails to hike!!! Also paved trail for handicap accessible

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Very unique park on an isle

    We were passing through and decided to check this out. Mind you it is early spring and still cold. However, you can tell it is a great place in the Summer with lots of places to swim, cook out, watch ducks, hang out, picnic, etc....More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Beautiful even in early spring

    We went for a drive around the whole Isle and I found it absolutely beautiful. It was not so exciting for the two 15 year olds we had with us. We stopped at two locations around the Isle and were amazed at the beauty of...More

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    #1 Stop in Erie

    You must come to PI if you are in Erie and I would recommend bringing a bike or convertible to enjoy the park. There are a lot of great beaches to enjoy the water and lots of paved bike or running paths. Overall you will...More

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    Reviewed 18 March 2018
    Gull Point

    Presque Isle has many unique must sees on the peninsula. Our favorite spot this time of the year is to hike to Gull Point. You cannot visit this hiking trail from April 1 thru October, due to the migration of the birds. Its a couple...More

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    Reviewed 18 March 2018
    Winter visits are still fascinating!

    We were there with all the snow on the ground, but it was still beautiful and we can only imagine how green and pretty it is in the warmer months!

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    Anna F
    1 January 2018|
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    Response from 415sandeew | Reviewed this property |
    No, in June the water is pretty nice!
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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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