Best for: Nature play and group gatherings
Why families love it
Located in Summit Township, Picnicana Park offers a mix of playground fun and wooded exploration across 34 acres. Kids can enjoy two playgrounds, but the real magic is in the trails — including a path that crosses a stream and winds through a forest that fills with ferns in the summer. With pavilions, kitchens, and open space, it’s also a popular spot for parties, picnics, and summer programs.
Park Features
• Two playgrounds
• 1.5 miles of wooded trails
• Creek and stream crossings with footbridges
• Wooded areas and hills
• Softball field
• Basketball courts
• Sand volleyball court
• Horseshoe courts
Parent Perks
• Parking lot
• Picnic tables and covered pavilions
• Fully equipped kitchens available for rent
• Handicap accessible restrooms
• Summer day camp programs
Good to Know
• Park is ADA accessible, but trails are not
• Trail surfaces are dirt and wood chips
• No dogs allowed
• Popular for parties and group gatherings
• Open May 1 – October 15
Picnicana Park is one of many great outdoor spots for families in Erie. Explore more Erie parks and playgrounds →
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