Taking in the Total Solar Eclipse

We won’t experience another total solar eclipse until 2099, making April 8 a must-see celestial celebration. Here you’ll find some of the best places to enjoy the show, along with the precise time the totality begins in each location.

Island State of Mind: Play at Put-in-Bay

Whether you're a foodie, antiquer, nature lover, or adventure seeker, discover dozens of activities for all ages to enjoy as you punch your ticket to paradise.

No Ordinary Time at Lakeside

Step back in time to July 1940 when Eleanor Roosevelt delivered her "The Relationship of the Individual to the Community" speech to one of the largest crowds to ever gather at what is now Hoover Auditorium in Lakeside, Ohio.

In Love with Western New York: Full of Flavor

Got wings? Plan your summer vacation around an annual festival dedicated to America's favorite appetizer.

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RV Places to Stay by Lake Erie

Nestle into some cozy mobile living quarters with your favorite comforts from home and discover RV-friendly places to stay along Lake Erie.

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In Love with Western New York: Sprawling Porches

Discover ways to laze the day away with a delicious meal, refreshing drink and marvelous unobstructed lake views.

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Getting Ready for the Total Solar Eclipse Over Lake Erie

The big day, April 8, is almost here — and everyone is wondering where the best spot is to get in on the action.  

An illustration of a man looking at the solar eclipse.

People of Pennsylvania: Matt Greene

There’s no place in the world quite like Presque Isle State Park, a 3,112-acre peninsula that juts out into Lake Erie. With summer right around the corner, we talked to operations manager Matt Greene about five of his favorite things.

Island State of Mind: Finding Peace on Pelee

Ten thousand acres of tranquility — that’s what you’ll uncover during a visiting to Pelee Island.

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Let Lake Erie Become Your Anchor

Editor Colleen Smitek reveals the inspiration behind this year's Travel Guide — to nudge you out of your comfortable corner of Lake Erie and discover all the magnificent adventures that await along the shoreline and beyond.

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Take 10: Exploring the Northern Shore

From tasty treats and peeks into the past, outdoor adventures and family-friendly excursions, discover 10 must-stop destinations to complement a perfect day in Ontario, Canada.

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