Sailing on Lake Erie

For those of you visiting Erie Pennsylvania looking to try something other than the traditional fishing and body surfing, sailing and boating in lake erie is a great option. Whether you are an experienced sailor or a novice, you can enjoy the open waters of lake erie. Sailing can be a fun time for the whole family. Lake erie is a great place to learn how to sail on. The waters can be very calm perfect for any type of sail boat.

If capting a sail boat is not your idea of a good time why not visit Erie's most famous sailboat the U.S. Brig Niagara. The US Brig Niagara is the premier exhibit at the Erie Maritime Museum in Erie, PA, the Niagara is docked for public viewing September through May and many ther times during the summer each year. During the summer months the ship conducts one day sailing trips.