The Most Pristine Sand In Pennsylvania Is Found At Presque Isle State Park
By Beth Price-Williams|Published April 26, 2021
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
The beach makes an idyllic setting for a day out, no matter the time of the year. If we prefer quiet, we can take long strolls along the pristine sand during the cold months. Then, when we need to cool off during the hottest months of the year, we have quite a few sandy beaches to spend the day. For some of the most pristine sand in the state, plan a trip to one of the beaches at Presque Isle State Park in Pennsylvania.
Nestled along the shore of Lake Erie, Presque Isle State Park boasts more than a dozen stunning, pristine sand beaches, drawing beach lovers from all over Pennsylvania.
Boasting the only "surf swimming" in the state, the beaches offer something for everyone, whether you're craving relative quiet or you want to be in the middle of all of the action.
Waterworks Beach (Beach #7) and Pettinato Beach (Beach #8) are both ADA-accessible and offer a full menu of amenities, including ramps. You can also get a beach wheelchair from the Public Safety Building.
Sit back and marvel at the seagulls at Gull Point, also at Budny Beach. The beach features a concession stand with food and drinks, bathrooms, and changing areas.
If it's quiet time you crave, head to one of the Mill Road Beaches. Swimming isn't allowed at the five beaches, but you can stroll along the pristine sand, and...
Have you been to the beaches at Presque Isle State Park in Pennsylvania? Do you have a favorite? Share your experience in the comments! If you’re a fan of cozy beaches that lead into beautiful blue water, plan a visit to Beltzville State Park.
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