Lake Erie Region

As you can imagine, Lake Erie (one of the Great Lakes) is the major attraction in this region. But don't be fooled, there is more to see and do in this northwestern corner of the state. Of course, boating is a very popular sports around. In addition to Lake Erie, there are also hundreds of miles of inland waterways to explore. On land, enjoy a 6-mile hike or bike along a portion of the Seaway Trail that follows the Lake Erie coastline. For the nature lover, there is the Erie National Wildlife Museum which features more than 237 species of birds. With its award-winning wineries, its first-class water sports, big city attractions and small town charm, it is no wonder so many visitors come back year after year. Things to See and Do Attractions Barrow-Civic Theatre in Franklin - The finest state-of-the-art theatre in Western PA and the home of the Franklin Civic Operetta Association. Best of All Tours in Erie - Fully narrated boat tour of Presque Isle and Lake Erie. Conneaut Cellars Winery in Conneaut Lake - Award-winning wines. Lake resort area. Free tasting, tours and gift shop. Heritage Wine Cellars in North East - Housed in a restored barn with restaurant. Hospitality Tours in Erie - Group Tours: Bayfront, boating, historical, educational, shopping, wineries. Mazza Vineyards in North East - Located in the heart of the Lake Erie wine region. Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad in Oil City - Take a 2-1/2 hour ride from Titusville to Oil City. Philadelphia Candies in Hermitage - Creating the finest chocolates for over 80 years. Covered Bridges Buck Hill Covered Bridge (aka Hess Covered Bridge) built in 1884. Spans a pond and is closed to motor traffic. Located off of Route 501 in Lititz. Old Mill Bridge was originally built in 1850 in New York and then relocated to Old Mill Village, PA. Located on Route 848. Museums Drake Well Museum in Titusville - First oil well 1859. Indoor and outdoor operating exhibits. Erie Art Museum in Erie - Year-round program featuring art exhibits, classes, concerts, tours, children's programs. Erie Historical Museum and Planetarium in Erie - Circa 1890 period mansion housing decorative arts and changing exhibits. Erie Maritime Museum/U.S. Brig Niagara in Erie - Homeport of U.S. Brig Niagara, Commodore Perry's 1812 warship. ExpERIEnce Children's Museum in Erie - Interactive exhibits to educate and entertain kids and their parents. Firefighters Historical Museum in Erie - 1903 firehouse, over 1,000 items of fire memorabilia on display. Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry in Oil City - General museum with changing exhibits. Parks & Trails M.K. Goddard State Park in Sandy Lake - 1,140-acre lake. Picnicking, marina, boating, fishing and hiking. Oil Creek State Park in Oil City - Oil history, train rides, bicycling, hiking, fishing, backpacking and environmental education. Presque Isle State Park in Erie - Along Lake Erie. Marina, boating, swimming, picnicking, hiking, environmental education. Pymatuning State Park in Jamestown - Cabins, camping, fishing, boating, hunting and environmental education. Two Mile Run County Park in Franklin - Full-service park including camping, cabin and pavilion rentals, picnicking, mini-golf, trails, fishing and boating. Science & Nature Related Erie National Wildlife Refuge in Guys Mills - Photograph and observe wildlife, walk nature trails. Erie Zoo in Erie - Get an up close look at 400 animals!

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