ERIE BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Round Trip: A short, scenic ferry across Presque Isle Bay to the beaches and bike trails of Presque Isle State Park
A 15-minute round-trip ferry that delivers direct access to beaches, bike routes and concession areas—this guide explains logistics, what to bring, and booking constraints.
Round Trip: A short, scenic ferry across Presque Isle Bay to the beaches and bike trails of Presque Isle State Park.
The Presque Isle Water Taxi’s Round Trip shuttles you across Presque Isle Bay to the state park’s beaches, bike trails and picnic grounds, condensing a coastal escape into a brief, purposeful crossing that puts sand, trail and concessions within easy reach.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Sandy beaches and bay views
The ferry delivers you to Presque Isle’s shoreline where wide beaches meet the bay—ideal for a short beach day, sunning, and picnicking.
A compact bay crossing
This Round Trip ticket covers travel from the mainland docks across Presque Isle Bay and back, a convenient link between Dobbins Landing and the Water Works Ferry Dock.
Bike trails and picnic areas
Use the ferry to access scenic bike trails and concession areas for picnics and outdoor gatherings—ideal for groups wanting a few hours outdoors without a long drive.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
The crossing is brief—about fifteen minutes—yet it quickly shifts you from urban docks to open water and the broad beaches and trails of the state park, making for an efficient day on the water and shore.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this Round Trip suits—and who should plan around restrictions.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The crossing takes about 15 minutes; service operates roughly between 11:00 am and 7:00 pm.
Pack beach or picnic gear and any bike you intend to ride—but remember bicycles must be booked for both legs of the trip.
Board at either Dobbins Landing or the Water Works Ferry Dock—these are the operator’s published docking points.
Full-fare round-trip tickets are priced at $16; seniors and active military with ID receive a $2 discount; children aged 2 and under ride free.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can you buy tickets at the dock?
Yes — staff can take credit/debit cards and Apple/Google Pay at the dock; cash is not accepted.
What payment methods are accepted at the dock?
Credit and debit cards plus Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted; cash is not accepted.
Is cash accepted when buying tickets at the dock?
No — cash is not accepted at the dock; use card or mobile payment.
Can I use Apple Pay or Google Pay to purchase tickets at the dock?
Yes — both Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted at the dock.
Are credit and debit cards accepted onboard or at the dock?
Yes — credit and debit cards are accepted at the dock for ticket purchases.