Discover the Serenity of No. 10 Budny Beach

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving to No. 10 Budny Beach, start by entering Presque Isle State Park from the main entrance on Peninsula Drive. Follow Peninsula Drive straight until you reach the T-shaped intersection at the entrance to the park. Take a left onto East Park Road. Continue on East Park Road, passing several beach access points. When you reach the stop sign, turn left onto the road leading to the beach area. Once you reach the beach parking lot, look for the signs directing you towards Budny Beach. It is located towards the end of the parking area. Note that parking within the park may have a fee, which is usually a few dollars for daily access.

• Public Transportation

  If you are using public transportation, you will need to first get to Erie, PA. From there, you can take the local bus service (Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority - EMTA) to the nearest stop at Presque Isle State Park. Once you arrive at the park, you can walk or rent a bike (if available) to reach Budny Beach. The beach is approximately a 1-mile walk from the main bus stop at the park entrance. Be sure to check the bus schedule in advance, as service may be limited, especially on weekends or holidays.

• Biking/Walking

  If you are already within Presque Isle State Park and prefer to bike or walk, you can access Budny Beach by following the paved paths. From the main visitor center, head west towards the beach. There are designated bike paths that lead directly to the beach area. Make sure to follow the signs for Budny Beach specifically. It is a scenic walk or ride, taking approximately 15-20 minutes from the center of the park.