Exploring Presque Isle State Park on a Free Pontoon Boat Tour
Without a doubt, Presque Isle State Park in Erie is one of the most beautiful spots in Pennsylvania. And while it’s possible to see much of the park by exploring …
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Summertime Family Fun at Waldameer Park in Erie, Pennsylvania
Located next to the entrance to Presque Isle State Park in Erie, Pennsylvania, is Waldameer Park and Water World. Waldameer is a free-admission amusement park. This means that you can …
Taking a Presque Isle Boat Tour on the Lady Kate
There are many great ways to explore Presque Isle State Park in Erie and one of my favorites is by boat. Presque Isle Boat Tours offers cruises from Mid-May through …
Climbing the Presque Isle Lighthouse in Erie
Maritime industries have always been important to the life and economy of Erie in Pennsylvania’s northwestern corner. However, the waters of Lake Erie are quite treacherous and they have claimed …
Learning About Presque Isle at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center in Erie
Long before my first visit to Erie, I was told many times that I had to visit Presque Isle State Park. With more than four million visitors each year, Presque …
Kayaking the Beautiful Waters of Presque Isle State Park in Erie
There are few more beautiful summer destinations in Pennsylvania than Presque Isle State Park in Erie. This 3,000-acre sand spit features 13 beaches and receives over four million visitors every …
Taking in the Stunning View from the Top of Erie’s Bicentennial Tower
If you’ve ever been to Erie’s waterfront or Presque Isle State Park, it’s likely that you’ve seen the Erie Bicentennial Tower standing tall above the city’s skyline. Built in 1996 …
Tasting the Delicious Chocolates at Pulakos Chocolates in Erie
When you think of chocolate in Pennsylvania, there’s a good chance that Hershey’s comes to mind (unless you are from certain parts of Lancaster County and think of Wilbur’s). However, …
Setting Sail for the Erie Maritime Museum and the Flagship Niagara
When I first found out that Erie had a maritime museum, I was a bit confused. After all, Erie is more than six hours by car from the Atlantic Ocean. The …
Sampling the Amazing Wines of the Lake Erie Wine Country
In Erie, Pennsylvania, grapes are big business. In fact, the southern shores of Lake Erie are the largest wine-growing region east of the Rockies. Driving through the countryside of Erie, …