Discover
the beauty and majesty of Lake Erie at Virginia’s Beach. Relax and enjoy
the unique lakefront atmosphere of our 45 mostly wooded acres and 1,100
feet of easy-access lake frontage. Watch the sunset and enjoy the
spectacular view of one of America’s Great Lakes in our lake-front
cottages and RV sites. Our sunsets are rated among the best in the world
by National Geographic! We also offer wooded, more secluded sites which
are only a short walk away from the beach.
We are located
in the rural farming community of North Springfield, Pennsylvania, 20
miles West of Erie, an easy drive from Pittsburgh (2 hours), and
Cleveland (1˝ hours). North Springfield is close enough for day trips to
the attractions of Erie and Niagara Falls (1˝ hours).
At Virginia’s Beach we take our commitment to a good family environment
seriously. All safety, security and behavior rules are enforced to
ensure a safe, relaxing experience for all.
Lake Erie
is the shallowest and warmest of the Great Lakes. This means that
Virginia’s Beach is great for swimming, jet skiing, fishing and boating.
Our private launch ramp is suitable for boats up to 19 ft. in length. If
you need to launch larger boats, Walnut Creek and Conneaut harbor are
10-15 miles away.
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New this season!
Kayak Rentals from
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Lake Erie and nearby Crooked, Elk and Raccoon creeks are great for Bass,
Walleye, Perch and Trout fishing. We also have a catch and release
fishing pond.
Additional information about Lake Erie can be found by clicking
here.
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About the Lake |
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Lake Erie is the 11th largest lake in the world by surface
area. The lake is actually more like an ocean than what most
people think of as a lake. Lake Erie is 241 miles long, 57
miles wide at its widest point and about 40 miles wide at
Virginia’s Beach. Sometimes people don’t realize how big it
is and are surprised that you cannot see the other side. It
is the fourth largest, the shallowest, and the warmest (in
the summertime) of the five Great Lakes.
Because it is so shallow, the lake can rapidly change from
calm to large waves. Lake Erie is unlike any river or other
inland lake. The rapid changes that often occur in the lake
can be very awesome and add to the unique lakefront
atmosphere.
Boaters must be very aware of wave conditions and should
come in at the first sign of large waves. Looking at the
waves from shore is not necessarily a good indication of
conditions off shore. If the wind is blowing from the South,
the lake will often be nearly calm at shore. However, the
wind is pushing the water and waves off shore. As you boat
North, the waves will increase, sometimes significantly, and
what started out as a pleasant trip can turn into a
battering through high waves. In addition, if the wind is
from the South, when you turn back to shore, you will be
fighting the waves rather than boating with them, and it can
take you far longer to get back than it took you to get out. |
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About Our Beach |
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Sometimes people are surprised when they see that our beach
is not the same as at the ocean. The beach in front of our
property is a typical Lake Erie beach, with a rocky base
topped with a variable amount of sand. Most of the rocks are
flat and gray in color, with
granite and marble of assorted colors mixed in. The area to the West
of the boat ramp almost always has a large amount of sand,
whereas the sand comes and goes in the area to the East of
the ramp. Large amounts of sand can be deposited or washed
down the shoreline by storms. Be sure to bring water shoes
and lawn chairs if you intend to enjoy the beach. Swimming
in the Lake in front of our property is like being in a
natural swimming pool. The bottom is mostly solid rock with
large rocks and sand. Because Lake Erie is the most shallow
of the Great Lakes, the water is usually warm from mid June
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Kids of all ages
enjoy playing in the sand and swimming at the beach or getting their
exercise at the playground or the spacious play areas. Nature lovers will appreciate our 3/4 mile of
wooded walking trails and many native bird species.
Because we are in a very rural area there is not a full service grocery
store in the area, so be sure to bring supplies. A homemade candy store,
ice cream stand and fresh produce are nearby.
Our pavilion is available for group activities. Ice, firewood and
limited groceries are available in our store. We always have the makings
for some good S’Mores! |
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New Lake Front Rental Cottages • |
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Private Boat Ramp • Excellent Fishing • Easy Lake Access •
• Full Hookups, 50-amp Electric & Lakefront Sites Available • Seasonal Sites
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• Free Limited Wi-Fi Service •
• Store • Pavilion • Hot Showers • Flush Toilets
• Dump Station • Firewood • Public Telephone •
• Playground • Fishing Pond • Hiking Trails • Pets Permitted on Leash •
• Open May 15th to October 15th •
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