Pennsylvania

Escape to Erie, Pennsylvania's primary access point to our Great Lake. Here, dining, entertainment, nature, shopping, sports and all kinds of family fun provide hundreds of ways to spend a day, weekend or extended stay. Go for a swim set to the backdrop of unparalleled panoramic waterfront views at Presque Isle Beach or take the little ones for a day filled with adventures at the Erie Maritime Museum, expERIEnce Children's Museum or Erie Zoo.

Lynne Beaty, assistant professor of biology, and her research are determined to find out if the population of this invasive species is increasing — and what that could mean for Lake Erie.

Experts from S&H Blinds & Floors and Wayne Homes weigh in on how to bring the ambiance of our Great Lake indoors.

From sun-soaked celebrations to music-filled nights, mark your calendar for an array of festivals and fun along the shores of Lake Erie.

From Ohio and the Lake Erie Islands to Pennsylvania and New York, get the scoop on some of the most picturesque destinations to spend a beautiful day on Lake Erie.

From sun-soaked celebrations to music-filled nights, mark your calendar for an array of festivals and fun along the shores of Lake Erie.

From steam pots and oyster bars to all-you-can-eat seafood and perfect cocktail pairings, discover some of the best destination to grab a bite and enjoy the alluring ambiance of our Great Lake.

From sun-soaked celebrations to music-filled nights, mark your calendar for an array of festivals and fun along the shores of Lake Erie.

Grab a good book, beach ball or picnic basket and punch your ticket to paradise with your toes in the sand at some of the most relaxing, family-friendly destinations along our Great Lake.

Lake Erie's coastline and islands offer excellent soil and climate for cultivating grapes, making the region's wineries some of the most can't-miss destinations of your summer adventure.

Every visit to Erie offers a fresh way to explore the vibrant, ever-changing lakefront destination. Check out must-see exhibits at museums including Hagen History Center, or climb away the day at ASCEND Erie.