Four Counties and About a Million Things To Do “Full Moon Paddle” on Pymatuning Lake There is a reason we call this area Pennsylvania’s Great Lakes Region. The cool, calming lakes have shaped picturesque landscapes, trails, outdoor adventure and fun activities that invite you to get back to nature. For an amazing getaway, place Pennsylvania’s Great Lakes on your “must do” list for 2018. www.PAGreatLakes.com • 724-346-3317 Presque Isle State Park Mercer County Golf Kennerdell Overlook Erie is Pennsylvania’s only Great Lakes Port City. Voted the 2016 “#1 Freshwater Beach in the Country” by USA Today Readers’ Choice, Presque Isle State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s top vacation destinations. Explore Erie’s vibrant downtown and Bayfront districts, museums, wineries, breweries, theaters, Brig Niagara, Splash Lagoon, Waldameer, Presque Isle Downs & Casino. www.VisitErie.com Pymatuning State Park in Crawford County was named in the top Ten in the Nation for the Best Family Fishing vacations. The Pymatuning reservoir showcases a nationally known attraction where ducks seem to walk on water. The Crawford County Fair and Ghost Lake at Conneaut Lake Park are other fun events to add to your must do list. www.VisitCrawford.org Play those perfect rounds of golf in Mercer County, one of Golf Digest’s top golf destinations. Enjoy an adventure on the Mercer County Wine & Brew Trail or rent a kayak and explore the 23 mile scenic Shenango River Water Trail. Shop 130 stores at Grove City Premium Outlets and explore one of a kind specialty shops. www.VisitMercerCountyPA.com “Grab Life by the Trails” in the Oil Region of NW PA. The Oil Heritage Region features more than 65 miles of paved biking and hiking trails, plus equestrian trails, geocaching trails, history trails, water trails, and an arts and culture trail. Enjoy interesting and beautiful vistas with a train excursion on the Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad. www.OilRegion.org Major Events Discover Presque Isle Days July 27 – 29, 2018 www.DiscoverPI.com Conneaut Lake Fall Pumpkin Fest October 12, 13, & 14, 2018 www.ConneautLake.com WaterFire Sharon, 2018 dates July 21, August 18, & September 22 www.Water reSharonPA.org Applefest October 5, 6, & 7, 2018 www.FranklinApplefest.com
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