Best for: Beach days, biking, and all-day outdoor adventures
Why families love it
Presque Isle State Park is Erie’s ultimate outdoor destination for families. With sandy beaches, miles of bike trails, playground areas, and endless space to explore, it’s a place you can visit again and again and have a completely different experience each time. Kids can swim, build sandcastles, ride bikes, explore nature, fish, and play on a playground — all in one trip.
Park Features
• Sandy beaches and swimming areas
• Multi-use trails for biking and walking
• Playground areas throughout the park
• Nature areas and wildlife viewing
• Picnic areas and pavilions
• Seasonal food stands and concessions
Parent Perks
• Free admission
• Large parking areas throughout the park
• Restrooms located across the peninsula
• Plenty of space to spread out, even on busy days
Good to Know
• Beaches are seasonal and weather-dependent
• Can get busy during peak summer weekends
• Distances between areas can be large — plan ahead
• Great spot for biking, bring your bikes if you have them
Presque Isle is one of many great outdoor spots for families in Erie. Explore more Erie parks and playgrounds →
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