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Presque Isle State Park – East Pier

Address: Presque Isle State Park – East Pier, Erie, PA 16505

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A landmark Lake Erie pier in Presque Isle State Park offering some of Pennsylvania's best freshwater pier fishing for walleye, perch, and steelhead. This guide uses current public-access research and links to the operating agency for trip-day verification.

Common species: Walleye, Yellow Perch, Smallmouth Bass, Steelhead, Lake Trout, Coho Salmon

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1. Getting there and parking

Directions

Presque Isle State Park is accessed via Peninsula Drive (PA-832) from Erie. From I-90, take Exit 24 (Route 832 / Presque Isle Parkway) north approximately 4 miles to the park entrance. The East Pier area is on the lake-facing (north) side of the peninsula; follow park road signs. GPS: Presque Isle State Park, Erie, PA 16505.

Parking

Ample paved parking lots near the pier areas. PA state park vehicle fee applies in season ($7/vehicle on weekdays, $10/vehicle on weekends Memorial Day through Labor Day). Annual state park pass available. Restrooms and picnic facilities on site.

Source: Presque Isle State Park – Fishing