North Pier and Beach 11, along one of
the sand ridges. An old firing range used
for training during World War II may be
seen along this trail. Visit the website for
descriptions of the 21 miles of pristine
trails that the park offers.
Tom Ridge Environmental
Center Naturalist-Led Hikes
Presque Isle State Park, 301
Peninsula Drive, Erie; trecpi.org
Let the experts inspire you with their
knowledge about Lake Erie nature and
wildlife! Themed hikes are available at
Presque Isle State Park and Lake Erie
Bluffs State Park.
IN MILLCREEK
Asbury Woods Nature Center
4105 Asbury Road, Erie; 814.835.5356, or
asburywoods.org
With 205 natural acres of fields, forests and
streams that offer 4.5 miles of breathtaking
trails, this nature center is perfect for a hike or
mountain bike ride. Try the Greenway Trail to
experience a scenic steel footbridge spanning
Walnut Creek.
Karl Boyes National Multipurpose
Trail
Presque Isle State Park Entrance, 301
Peninsula Drive, Erie; 814.833.7424, or
trecpi.org
Breathe in the fresh air of the lake as you
take a hike or bike ride on this 13.5-mile loop
around the park! The trail provides a nice,
even terrain and spectacular views of Presque
Isle Bay and Lake Erie.
Headwaters Conservation Park
1927 Wager Road, Millcreek;
814.825.6403, or erieconservation.com/
headwaters-park
Combine learning with a hike! This 70-acre
conservation park features 3 miles of trails
with 6 geocaches, a self-guided tree trail and
a quest focusing on the Mill Creek Flood of
1915. Visit the website for details.
Presque Isle State Park Trails
Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula
Drive, Erie; trecpi.org
Did you know that Presque Isle State Park
has 13 paved and natural trails for hiking and
biking? Try hiking on the 0.7 mile North Pier
Trail, which follows the shoreline between
Cooper Road, Erie; erietrails.org/
wintergreen-gorge/
This spectacular 250-foot-wide chasm was
formed more than 11,000 years ago when
rushing water beneath a melting iceberg
carved its way through shale and sandstone
en route to Lake Erie. Adjacent to the Penn
State Behrend campus, this 1,000-acre site
includes a wide variety of trails for the novice
to the expert hiker or mountain biker.
IN WEST COUNTY
Fairview Flag Park
Lake Erie Arboretum at
Frontier Park
West 8th Street and Seminole Drive, Erie;
814.453.5323, or leaferie.org
The beauty of 250 varieties of blooming
trees combined with a unique labyrinth at
this arboretum makes the perfect setting for
a hike! The park includes a wide variety of
hiking and biking trails.
Wintergreen Gorge Trail
IN HARBORCREEK
Harborcreek Community
Park Trail
Clark Road, Erie; 814.899.3171, or
harborcreektownship.org
Relax with a hike close to home! This
1-mile trail winds through lush and
tranquil woods at this 130-acre park. You
may spot some brightly colored birds or
trees and shrubs in bloom on your hike.
Shades Beach Park
7000 East Lake Road,
Erie; 814.899.3171, or
harborcreektownship.org
Put on your muck boots and explore
this park that’s full of diverse terrain. The
27-acre park includes a beach, the Eight-
Mile Creek, woodlands with informal
trails, natural cliffs and panoramic views
of Lake Erie.
Six Mile Creek Park
Clark Road, Erie; 814.899.3171, or
harborcreektownship.org
Don’t forget your camera! You’ll want
to capture a variety of nature scenes on
a hike through this new 425-acre park!
Eight native species of trees, 10 varieties
of native perennials, a scenic overlook
and more are featured on the quarter-
mile trail. Other trails are available to the
east and west of the parking lot. Visit the
website for more information.
I-90 and Avonia Road, Fairview
Township; 814.474.5077, or
[email protected]
Put your dog on a leash and take a hike
in this park that’s located on 18 acres in the
Fairview Business Park East. With lots of
green space and a pond, it’s a great place to
unwind after work. Visit the website for more
information.
Girard Trail
260 Main Street, Girard Township;
814.774.9683, or girardtownship.com
History buffs will appreciate this 3.5-mile
trail. It passes by no less than 27 historic
landmarks! The points of interest include
buildings and sites from before and after
Girard Borough was incorporated in 1846.
Call the borough office for more information.
Pleasant Ridge Park Trail
8271 Barker Road, Fairview;
814.474.5077, or parks-rec@
fairviewtownship.com
A tranquil hike or mountain bike ride
awaits you close to home! This park features
a 1.5-mile trail that winds through a forested
area with natural vines and a charming
wooden bridge over wetlands. Wildflowers
and native birds in the meadow complete this
idyllic scene. n
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