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.
The beaches. Presque Isle’s 13 beaches mean something different to everyone. For some, it’s a swimming hole, while for others it’s the perfect place for a hike. For Greene, it’s the best way to begin a day. “A quiet morning on the beach is something special. Things are calm, and the wildlife is still kind of out. It’s a magical time.”
The recreation. Greene has worked in other parks, so he knows what Presque Isle has to offer, including sunset cruises, bike rentals, summer concerts and more. “There’s a million different activities, and it seems like the list is growing every day.”
The natural diversity. With a landscape that features beaches, marshlands and a dense tree line, the park boasts a huge diversity of flora, fauna and animals. “We have more rare, threatened and endangered species than anywhere else in Pennsylvania of a similar size, and that’s because of the unique makeup of the park.”
The different views. The south side of the park features a breathtaking view of downtown Erie, while the north side showcases the expansiveness of Lake Erie. “It’s like two different places. There could be 30,000 people in the park, but you’ll still be able to find a place where you can be alone.”
The lighthouses. You can’t talk about Presque Isle without talking about the lighthouses. The Presque Isle Light (which is a National Historic Landmark) is on the north side of the park, while the North Pier Light is on the eastern end of the park. “You can go visit either of them, which is really cool.”
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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.
