Erie and Presque Isle
About 2 hr by car from Pittsburgh
Sandy Lake Erie beaches on a peninsula, plus a waterfront downtown.
Why locals go
The closest beach weekend.
Visiting Pittsburgh?
At 2 hr by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Pittsburgh for your flight home.
What to book
- Presque Isle State Park beaches
- Waldameer amusement park
- Lake Erie wine country
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Sunset on Presque Isle
- Winery tasting on the Lake Erie Wine Trail
With friends
- Beach and boat day
- Wine trail tour
When to go
June to September.