Super cool experience to walk up to the top and checkout the views. Staff was super friendly and…read morevery knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend!

The first lighthouse to be commissioned on any of the Great Lakes in the United States, the…read morelocation was chosen at the entrance of what was then a challenging entrance to the bay and the Port of Erie. The original structure was replaced and then that one was replaced with what we see today in 1867. Well constructed with a 20 foot deep foundation, it is 49 feet high and is mostly conical with a 19' bottom base and a 14' top base. When it's open to the public (free on the first Tuesday of the month), there are 69 steps to the top. It does have a light but it is not an active aid to navigation. The trees at the cliffside mostly block the view of the harbor. The lighthouse is surrounded by a small park that is open dawn to dusk. It is now a residential neighborhood but there is some parking. A webcam of the view from the lighthouse is linked from https://www.presqueislelighthouse.org/learn/erie-land-lighthouse [Review 1385 of 2024 - 662 in Pennsylvania - 22408 overall]

This neighborhood park is in the shadow of the Erie Land Lighthouse, hence the name Lighthouse…read morePark. It is at the end of a quiet street so you shouldn't have any drive bys or other traffic headache. The lighthouse is reviewed separately and does have weekend hours for visiting. A picnic pavilion with tables next to charcoal grills and a nice set of playground equipment over a mulch base. It is available first-come first-serve and there was a party setting up the afternoon I stopped by. There is street parking here and be sure not to block the driveways or fire hydrants. [Review 1386 of 2024 - 663 in Pennsylvania - 22409 overall]

Great attraction! From the history they gave us it just reopened last season. Everything has been…read morerestored and looks great. Free to walk around the grounds and climb to the top. Can't beat free. Great view of the lake from the top.

We came back for one of the last weekends they were open for the season and happy to share that the…read morestairs have been fully restored and they allow visitors to go up to the top now! It was free but we had to sign a waiver. The views from the top were nice, and the employees were friendly. A great stop if you're nearby and in the area.

We went on a dinner cruise and prior to that went up on the bicentennial tower. It provides a great…read morevantage point to see out over lake Erie. Very inexpensive, I believe under seven dollars per person, and we had a great experience visiting and taking photos of the beautiful Lakeside.

Nice quick stop to see Lake Erie. The tower has limited parking and we did have to park at the…read morestreet since it was a busy time but it is only a quarter for 30 minutes. We were in and out in 17 minutes. It cost $6 per adult and they only accept cards. They do sell small snacks and waters as well and clothing. The top view was very nice and the wind felt great with it be July. There were very interesting information posted throughout the tower and on the observation deck. The staff were very friendly as well.

Beach Ten in Presque Isle State Park is probably the best of all the beaches they have to offer…read more It does take a little longer to get to once you enter the park, but it is worth the wait, and travel. The view is spectacular, even on an overcast day. It is relaxing to sit in the sand and just soak up the sun. With Beach Ten being probably the nicest beach, it does get a lot of use out of it as well. There is enough space to stretch out, but do be mindful of the other people that may be there. Pros: Ample parking Picnic tables for use Lifeguard on duty most times Shower/changing amenities Cons: None There is a concession stand area if you find you want a snack while you are here. But you have to be mindful. The concession stand is not always open. There are eleven beaches I believe and each beach has this area available. They do kind of a rolling rotation of which stand(s) are open on what day. If the concession stand is not open a note will be posted to inform you what stand is open if you feel the need to get a snack. This area also offers vending options as well as a telephone to call for emergencies. A place to rinse off your feet after being in the sand. The restrooms are located here as well.

What a lovely view of a lovely lake, beach, and woods. The…read moremuseum was cute and informative with nice staff. The lighthouse and house were beautiful. The gift shop was really cute, fairly priced, had informative staff, and the ladies working there were so nice and welcoming!

This was our 2nd visit to this lighthouse. IT is amazing the view from the ground and then the…read moreview from the light house. It overlooks Lake Erie and give it a different perspective on Lake Erie from Buffalo. You need to pay to get to look inside but well worth the money. On a beautiful day it is a great place to visit.

The Reserve includes 2.5 miles of lake front -- the longest stretch of undeveloped shoreline on the…read moresouthern shore of Lake Erie. The David M. Roderick Reserve is a 3,600-acre natural area on the Lake Erie shoreline, adjacent to Erie Bluffs State Park. Prior to becoming a nature reserve, the property was owned by Andrew Carnegie and, later, U.S. Steel Corp. Forty-nine percent of the site is wetlands. Aspen, American Beech, White Oak, Sugar Maple, and Silky Dogwood make up a majority of the forested area. Red and Silver maple grow vigorously in wooded swamps. Increasingly surrounded by development, the site will likely become more important in the future as an "island" of habitat. It is considered by the Audobon Society as an important and significant bird area.

I was last in Erie in November - extreme cold and 5 feet of snow. Came back for summer and found a…read more95 degree day with never ending sun. This city is built on grit. Nothing closer is better. You have Waldameer Amusement Park, Peninsula with Beaches, downtown with restaurant, shopping, 2 water parks, custard stands everywhere and a Max and Erma's. What more do you need? Hotels everywhere and a chocolate called sponge candy. Get a bag of Smith hotdogs to take home - Erie thing- and enjoy your visit.

Erie, Pennsylvania is a wonderful city. Home to my favorite State Park, Presque Isle, the Tom…read moreRidge Environmental Center, Erie Art Museum, Erie Film Society/Film Office, Waldameer Park, Splash Lagoon, the Whole Foods Co-op, Perry Square, Erie Zoo, numerous breweries, restaurants, food trucks, and attractions, U.S.S. Flagship Brig Niagara, the observation tower, and so much more . . . I love Erie . . . It's on the move, and going upwards, and onwards . . . Cheers Erie!