We are lucky here in Erie and on Presque Isle State Park that herons ... All have broad, spread-out toes that act like snowshoes. This keeps them from sinking into the muck.

Presque Isle means “almost an island,” and that ... Shelter 1 near Waterworks Ponds is open for rental of cross-country skis and snowshoes. Swim areas are available with sandy beaches, waves ...

The Presque Isle Lighthouse and Erie Land Lighthouse will both open May 2 for the 2025 season. Visitors will be able to climb the towers for a fee although Erie Land Lighthouse will also offer ...

Lots of ice protected Presque Isle State Park's beaches this past winter but less funding could lead to reduced sand replenishment this coming summer. "We had a good ice cover this year.

Presque Isle and Erie Land Lighthouses open May 2, 2025, for climbing tours. Presque Isle Lighthouse celebrates the 10th anniversary of public tours. Admission fees vary; free days are available ...