Exploring the Lagoons at Presque Isle State Park

For calm, close-to-nature exploration, nothing beats the lagoons at Presque Isle State Park. Rent kayaks, canoes or paddleboards from Presque Isle Canoe & Boat Livery — or join the free Lagoon by Pontoon tours offered by park naturalists on Saturdays and Sundays from Memorial Day through Labor Day. You won’t need binoculars to spot herons or the dozens of turtles that perch on sunken logs on warm summer days. Other critters you’re likely to spot include eagles, hawks, beavers, ospreys, deer and even otters.