A fresh snowfall transforms the landscape into a breathtaking winter wonderland. However, for Pennsylvania’s snowiest town, that snow can pile up so fast that life comes to a standstill. When the snow’s not that bad, you won’t find a better place for a winter getaway in Pennsylvania. Just bring your winter travel essentials!
While it may jockey for the top spot from year to year, Erie consistently sees the most snowfall in Pennsylvania each winter, tallying an average of 101.2 inches over a 57-day period.
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All of that snow means Erie’s pretty much a winter wonderland all season long, and it’s perfect if you want to break up that inevitable cabin fever with a getaway.
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If you love the snow but are still missing that summer fun, check into Splash Lagoon, a family-friendly resort and waterpark. After a long day of exploring outdoors, head to the pool for fun in the wave pool and a meander along the lazy river.
Facebook/Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort Splash Lagoon, 8091 Peach St, Erie, PA 16509, USA
Explore the snow-covered landscape at Erie County’s Asbury Woods. Popular in the summertime, it’s equally enchanting in the winter, welcoming hikers and cross-country skiers. You can even go snowshoeing.
Facebook/Asbury Woods Asbury Woods, 4105 Asbury Rd, Erie, PA 16506, USA
Perhaps the jewel of Erie, Presque Isle State Park also welcomes visitors during the wintertime. Spend a day cross-country skiing, or head to Presque Isle Bay or Misery Bay, when the conditions are right, to go ice skating.
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If you love the snow, can you imagine how much some animals absolutely adore it? A visit to The Erie Zoo will give you a glimpse at a variety of mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. It’s the perfect outdoor winter adventure.
Facebook/Erie Zoo Erie Zoo, 423 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508, USA
Erie is home to countless bucket-list-worthy restaurants. However, for a one-of-a-kind winter experience, dine in an igloo at the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Grille. If it snows, you might feel as though you’re in a real-life snow globe.
Facebook/Sheraton Erie Bayfront Grille Bayfront Grille, 55 W Bay Rd, Erie, PA 16507, USA
Have you been to Pennsylvania’s snowiest town? What’s your favorite wintertime activity in Erie? Let us know in the comments. On the lookout for more wintertime fun? Add these nine awesome places to visit in Pennsylvania this winter.
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Splash Lagoon, 8091 Peach St, Erie, PA 16509, USA
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Asbury Woods, 4105 Asbury Rd, Erie, PA 16506, USA
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Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA 16505, USA
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Erie Zoo, 423 W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508, USA
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Bayfront Grille, 55 W Bay Rd, Erie, PA 16507, USA
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