Presque Isle Multi-Purpose Trail is a 13.4 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Erie, Pennsylvania that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
A lovely paved multi-use trail with easy access to beaches for swimming and lots of wildlife. Accessibility: The trail surface is paved and typically at least five feet wide. The grade is gentle (all estimated 2% or less) so most wheelchair and stroller users will likely find the trail navigable.
All beaches have parking, beach 7 is handicap accessible. There are also random parking lots all along the main drive.
You can get there by I-90, or if you're in Erie, PA Peninsula drive going north runs right into it. It's on the west side of town.
flat, paved, easy to follow. from Crystal Point to long Point Trail about 1.5 miles down and back
Went to the pine tree trail to get off pavement....should be called the poison Ivy trail. No thanks.
My wife and I biked this trail with the kids today. The weather was beautiful, but our ride recording was cut short due to the app not recording for the first few miles. The only wash out on the trail is directly next to the park office so be careful, as they have the detour marked but not very well in my opinion. We rode out to Perry monument, then had troubles deciphering how to get to the north side of the trail so we just backtracked the south side of the trail. All and all it was a fine day and trail ride, I would recommend it to anyone.
Part of this is a designated bike/walking lane on the main (paved) road that loops around the Presque Isle State Park, and part is a seperate sidewalk-type path. It's wide, flat and easy, and usually well maintained. Fall and spring, and early mornings, are the best times for this trail if you want less obstacles. It's two-way traffic but pleanty wide for passing. Working water fountains and bathrooms along the way between memorial day and labor day. Several rest facilities are open all year.
The multiuse trail itself is a great way to see the park...but it is heavily used by EVERYONE (dog walkers, kids on bikes, rollerbladers...) If you are new to the park have at it but the interior trails and beach walks are where the real enjoyment and peacefulness are at.
Parts of this paved walkway are beautiful, with scenic views of the water and the city across the bay. In general, there is heavy foot traffic, not everyone picks up their dog's poop, and parts of the walkway are right next to the road (exhaust fumes). Nice path, and a nice walk with some good nature viewing. You can do all of this trail, or there are numerous parking areas where you can create your own loop. Restroom facilities are open from May to October (except at the Reservoir and ranger station where they are open year round) Watch for ticks on yourselves and your pets. Lyme disease is prevalent.