Find a Date for Presque Isle

• May 23, 2009
• Rated 5 of 5 by TravelingD from Orchard Park, New York

Presque Isle State Park is a great place for a cheap date or a romantic getaway, whether you're young or old. It's a relaxing place that offers a variety of activities, all of which lend themselves to a leisurely pace and a get-away-from-it-all feeling.
The more "strenuous" activities include canoeing, kayaking, cycling, or rollerblading. But you won't find any whitewater and the paved multi-purpose trail that winds around and through the park won't offer any challenges to the serious cyclist.
Kayaks, canoes and bicycles can all be rented in the park -- although the bright yellow bicycles are about as nerdy as they get.
If you think Lake Erie doesn't sound like a place where you'd find nice beaches, then you may be surprised. You can walk a long way on wide, sandy beaches. There are also a wide variety of hiking trails, all of which, again, are pretty flat.
Bring a picnic lunch and eat on the beach or cook on one of the many grills found throughout the park.
You can also learn some important American history at Presque Isle. There's a large monument in the park to Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, who defeated the British in the naval Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812. It's actually a moving experience to read about the suffering of Perry's men during the winters of 1812-1814 and to contemplate the brave souls who died for our country and were buried in nearby Graveyard Pond.
Perry's monument is a good place to park and begin your bike ride if you've brought your own bicycles. Or cross the road and take a walk on scenic Graveyard Pond Trail.
If you decide to stay overnight or spend the weekend in the Erie area, there are numerous wineries to visit in nearby Northeast, PA. Also go to the foot of State Street in downtown Erie, walk along the pier, and have a meal with a view of the lake at Smuggler's Wharf. Specialties include langostino-crab cakes and yellow pike. A cold glass of white wine usually tastes good too!

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Lighthouses of Presque Isle State Park

• May 31, 2005
• Rated 3 of 5 by D_a_n from Orchard Park, New York

There are two lighthouses you can see in the Presque Isle State Park. One is at the North Pier (see this site for a nice map). The other one is between Mill Road Beaches and Beach #9. See the two images attached.

From journal 1-day Trip to Presque Isle State Park

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Presque Isle State Park

• August 15, 2004
• Rated 4 of 5 by OhlalaCharlene from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Presque Isle is simply a beautiful state park located on a peninsula in Lake Erie. Lake Erie is so large it feels as if you are at the regular ocean beach. The road wraps around the peninsula with little signs pointing to the different beaches (over 10 in all). While it was too chilly to swim when we were there, it was still relaxing to lay on a blanket, play cards and enjoy the atmosphere. The beaches have lifeguards, so it is a more kid-friendly beach. There is a small lighthouse, which I believe may host tours. There are pontoon boat swamp tours as well. Interestingly, Misery Bay is grave to soldiers who fell during the Battle of Lake Erie in September of 1813.

Outside of the park's gates are campgrounds and luxury homes. Surrounding the park is a multi-purpose trail that is perfect for bike riding. It is far enough from the road and the water that it is safe. I wish we’d had more time to explore, but we were impressed from what we saw. It's a great beach area for family fun.

Visit:http://www.presqueisle.org/

From journal Lake Erie for the Family

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PRESQUE ISLE STATE PARK

• February 13, 2001
• Rated 4 of 5 by ademir from canonsburg, Pennsylvania

From journal Pennsylvania Family Fun..

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