About Erie lake

When we hear the word - the beach, in the head arises one established association - sea, sand and relax. But who says the sea has a monopoly on vacation? Often the lakes attract no less than the sea, and in some cases even more tourists than the seaside. Erie lake can be attributed to this.

Some general information about Erie lake. It is located in United States (New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan) and Canada (Ontario), total area - 25667 km², the maximum depth is 64 meters.

The coast of Erie lake is a real find for lovers of saturated turquoise water, and even these places are not traditionally famous for memorable landscapes - your vacation certainly won’t be any worse!

There are predominantly sandy beaches, that which primarily situated within the settlements. Perhaps that is why Erie lake is popular among travelers who prefer relaxation and travelers visiting the beach with their pets. However, and other groups of travelers may also like this place. We have even prepared for you several collections to explore the beaches of Erie lake - Long Beach Public Beach, Wright Park Beach, Colchester Beach, Edgewater Beach, Sole at Woodlawn Beach

The coastline of Erie lake is mostly straight, but the absence of winding shapes is compensated by the abundance of natural vegetation that is often present in the region. This vegetation creates a natural shadow that protects vacationers from the sun’s heat on hot days. These can be either rare trees or even dense forest areas, and it is important to be able to find them.

Secluded beach areas, usually popular with lovers of a relaxing holiday, are quite rare. So if you are looking for this type of beach it is recommended to use the filter below.

Erie lake Best beaches

view the highest rated beaches in area

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Lakeside Beach

Lakeside 0.4 km
Good
7.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
8.3 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Port Burwell Beach

Jerseyville 84.1 km
Good
7.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
4 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Good
7.5
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Gray sand & pebble • Turquoise pure water • Sand & Pebbles bottom
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Dog Beach

Jerseyville 84.9 km
Good
7.5
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Waverly Beach

Fort Erie 3.7 km
Good
7.5
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Erieau Beach

Troy 180.2 km
Good
7.4
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Light sand & pebble • Turquoise water • Sand & Pebbles bottom
4 Amenities index

Planning a beach holiday, most travelers imagine a beautiful clean and uncrowded beach. The latter during high season, may be unreal. However, sometimes it is possible to find exceptions.

The coast of Erie lake is very popular with holidaymakers, so most beaches in season have a high level of occupancy. But this does not mean that there is no less crowded beaches. Such beaches still exist, but there are not so many - about 64. Check selection.

The key popular activity for beach recreation is, of course, swimming. For such activity Erie lake has the following features:

  • most beaches are sandy;
  • 60 beaches on Erie lake, have a very smoothly enter to the water, but there are exceptions;
  • 73 beaches on the coast has high level of transparency;
  • in most cases the cleanliness on Erie lake coast is high;

Latest reviews on Erie lake's beaches

Perkins Beach
10 JM & Aiza Smith Reviewers

This place is much nicer, especially during the summer when there are a lot of people and music everywhere. However, right now it's even better to relax at a real lake beach. I am Puerto Rican and my wife is from the Philippines, and we both love the ocean. We live in central Ohio where all we have are boring damns lakes and nothing else. Coming up here to one of the greatest lakes in North America and the whole world is amazing. What can you do here? - Enjoy the sun. - Relax on the beach, which has sand mixed with corals so you can call it a beach. - Have a picnic (Remember to pick up your trash and take it away. Help us preserve the environment and Mother Nature). - You can swim in the designated swimming area. If you're not a strong swimmer, remember not to go too far. It's a lake, not an ocean (oceans have salt, which helps you float). If you're not a strong swimmer, just stay at the shore and enjoy. - You can even surf here, although the waves are not as big as in the ocean. It's still fun. - You can also come here to simply sit and relax.

Waverly Beach
8 Arlo Evergreen.

The public beach is absolutely beautiful, with plenty of space and a cozy atmosphere that isn't too crowded. Just keep in mind that the water is a bit rocky, so it's a good idea to bring shoes. There's ample parking available, and before you reach the beach, there's a lovely park with grassy areas. The surroundings are truly stunning, making this place a hidden gem.

Dog Beach
10 Rohan Patel

This beach is one of the top spots to watch the sunset and have fun in the water with your furry friend. It offers a spacious area for dogs to play, with separate sections clearly marked for both off-leash and on-leash activities.

Huntington Beach
10 Grant

This park is absolutely stunning! During our stay in North Ridgeville for a softball tournament, we stumbled upon this park one evening after the games. The food available at the concession stand was fantastic. My daughter insists that you must try the pretzel bites, and I personally loved the delicious Walleye sandwich.

Waterworks Park Beach
10 T Z

This place is absolutely stunning and incredibly peaceful. You have the option to either lounge on the beach or take a refreshing swim in the water. The presence of the nearby states and the charming little lighthouse adds to the overall appeal. Additionally, there are plenty of small shells scattered around and people often enjoy fishing in this area. We thoroughly enjoyed strolling along the rock pier, despite it being a bit eerie, it was still a lot of fun. If you're someone who enjoys unwinding and relaxing, this is definitely a place worth visiting. Moreover, there are several restaurants in close proximity, as well as a ball field and a small park nearby.

Freeport Beach
10 Sylvia Everhart

This beach may not have the typical sandy shore, but it was a beautiful spot to visit and enjoy the water. I discovered some interesting rocks and captured some lovely photos of my family and me.