This One Campground Near Pittsburgh Has A Sandy Beach For Plenty Of Fun In The Sun

Beach time's right on our doorstep. Now, all we have to do is countdown the days until we're lounging on our local sandy beach then jumping into the lake to cool off. For a really incredible experience, combine your next getaway with a camping trip right on the beach. That's right. This charming campground near Pittsburgh welcomes visitors to pitch a tent and sleep right on the sandy beach, promising a uniquely unforgettable experience.

Pack up the car with all of your camping gear for the leisurely journey to Sara's Campground in Erie, a two-hour drive from downtown Pittsburgh.

Or, load up the RV. Sara's Campground offers several camping options, including RV sites either in the open or nestled in the woods.

Of course, if you're up for a delightfully unique experience, pitch your tent right on the sandy beach that leads into the cool waters of Lake Erie.

But, if you want to sleep on the beach, you'll have to arrive bright and early — at least by the time the campground opens at 9 a.m. — because you cannot reserve beach camping. (For the best results, call Sara's ahead of time to ensure you've got a chance of securing a spot for your tent.)

Once you've pitched your tent and settled in, you'll find plenty to do — or not do, if you just want to relax — on the sandy beach. Play an impromptu game of volleyball or basketball with other campers.

Or, pick up your plastic shovel (don't forget to pack your beach toys!), and start building sandcastles.

The beach campground also offers plenty of amenities — a playground, laundry facilities, a general store, Wi-Fi, a restaurant, and a souvenir shop, for example.

Each weekend also features a different theme. Missing Christmas? Then, plan to camp at Sara's the weekend of July 12, 2019, for Christmas in July. A stroll down Christmas Lane and a movie on the beach are among the planned activities.

And, if you're in the mood, explore the area around Sara's Campground, including Waldameer Park (which you might be able to see from the beach), Splash Lagoon, and Presque Isle State Park.

Sara's Campground is located at 50 Peninsula Dr., Erie, PA 16505.

Click here for the official website of Sara's Campground. Or, go here for Facebook.

Have you ever been to this campground near Pittsburgh? Share your experience in the comments! Then, click here to read about five of the best beaches around Pittsburgh to visit this summer.