Once-plentiful shoreline gems are getting harder to find. Dedicated collectors share why the hunt isn’t over yet—and what keeps the magic alive.
Whether you’re lacing up your hiking boots to tackle scenic trails, soaking in breathtaking shoreline views or discovering fascinating historical sites and local attractions, Lake Erie has a lot to offer that’s free or basically free. Here are 55 ways to explore the region without breaking the bank.
New parks, museums, festivals and outdoor adventures highlight Buffalo and Western New York’s cultural and waterfront renaissance.
Check out the best of nature with boat rentals, free naturalist tours, and incredible wildlife viewing on the water.
Get the scoop on Ontario’s top outdoor adventures and the historic new crossing at the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
Explore 22 acres of world-class recreation and green space at the newly opened Ralph C. Wilson Centennial Park.
Go beyond the landmarks to find the best hidden eats, quiet trails, and local hangouts across the Lake Erie archipelago.
Discover the top spots to eat, play and relax along the scenic coastline from Toledo to Geneva-on-the-Lake.
From best hot spots and hiking destinations to fine dining, wineries, cheap eats, waterpark, boutique and more, get the scoop on all of the best places to plan your next dinner date, family outing, weekend getaway, or extended vacation.
A fifth-generation flower grower in LaSalle, Ontario, invites visitors to pick their own blooms from a vibrant acre of more than 30,000 dahlias.