An August 2004 trip to Erie by OhlalaCharlene
Quote: When my mother mentioned a mini-vacation to Lake Erie, I was worried, but it turned out to be just the right trip for our back-to-college nerves.
Attraction | "Splash Lagoon Indoor Waterpark Resort"
My only complaint about Splash Lagoon was the price. At close to $40 apiece, it can cost a family of four $200 just for 10 indoor water slides. A way around these expensive prices is to stay at one of the participating area hotels. The Best Western that is attached to the water park costs about $120 a night and includes four passes to Splash Lagoon. It's a great deal. Splash Lagoon is a great idea for those pent-up winter days where you can escape to an 84-degree tropical paradise for one day for a family adventure you will never forget.
For more information check out Splash Lagoon's website: http://www.splashlagoon.com
Member Rating 4 out of 5 on August 15, 2004
Splash Lagoon Water Park Resort 8091 Peach Street Erie, Pennsylvania 16509 (814) 217-1111
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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/
Presque Isle State Park Presque Isle State Park Erie, Pennsylvania 16505 (814) 833-7424
The outdoor course was like a professional mini-golf course. It had all the challenges but without the windmill. It was $6 a game per person and was well worth the money. We were there over an hour and didn't get to finish the game. The Go-Kart track and bumper boats seemed like a fun time for all. The center offers sports camps with residence halls for overnight guests. Parties are always happening at Family First Fun Center, which rock climbing an option. There are $20 passes which give you unlimited go to everything in the park. You could easily spend a whole day there.
Member Rating 3 out of 5 on August 15, 2004
Family First Fun Center 8155 Oliver Road Erie, Pennsylvania 16509 (814) 866-5425
OhlalaCharlene Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania