Covering around 3,200 acres, Presque Isle State Park is Pennsylvania's only real stretch of shore along Lake Erie and is a highly popular recreation location for the state and surrounding area. 'Presque Isle' is a French term which translates to 'Almost Island' due to the fact that this particular patch of land is very close to being an island but is still connected to the mainland by a slim stretch of land. Presque Isle is open throughout the day and is a popular area for all kinds of outdoor activities like swimming, fishing, hiking, and boating. The beach stretches out all around Presque Isle, offering a lot of space to cater to large numbers of guests. You'll have a good chance of seeing some wildlife here and various special events are sometimes organized at Presque Isle too.

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