Bicentennial Tower at Dobbins Landing - Erie

What an honor to be voted #1! Come visit the Bicentennial Tower for the most picturesque view of the winner, Lake Erie, and of Presque Isle Bay!

Thank you to everyone who voted!

A big win for our region! 🌊

Lake Erie has been named the #1 Best Lake/River in the Nation in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. From world-class fishing and boating to beautiful beaches, breathtaking sunsets, and outdoor adventures, Lake Erie continues to be one of our greatest treasures.

We're proud to call its shoreline home. Congratulations to everyone who helps make Lake Erie such a special place to live, work, and visit!

The observation deck is open! We will be open until 9pm. We hope to see you there!

⚠️ Weather Update ⚠️
The Bicentennial Tower Observation deck will be closed until 3:00 PM today due to weather conditions.
Please stay safe and check back on our social media for updates regarding reopening. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming visitors soon!

🌅 Sunset Season is Back at the Bicentennial Tower! 🌅
Great news! Now that the Bicentennial Tower is open until 9 PM, you can once again catch those unforgettable sunsets from the top!
There’s nothing quite like watching the sun dip below the horizon with a breathtaking panoramic view of the lake and city skyline — it’s truly amazing every single time. ✨
Bring your friends, family, or make it a perfect date night — just don’t forget your camera! 📸
🗼 Open until 9 PM
🌇 Sunset views you won’t want to miss
Come experience one of the best views Erie has to offer!

🚨 Triple Tower Tuesdays are here! 🚨

Enjoy FREE ADMISSION to all three iconic towers tomorrow June 2nd:
🌊 Lake Erie Lights of PA
🏙️ Tom Ridge Environmental Center Foundation
🌅 Bicentennial Tower

🕙 Available during regular hours, which for the Bicentennial Tower is 10am-9pm, so make sure you come catch the breathtaking sunset tomorrow!

Take in breathtaking views, explore local history, and make it a day to remember—without spending a dime! 🙌

Grab your friends and experience Erie from new heights!

What a great way to begin your day. The sunrise, yoga, and fresh air! We hope to see you there.

We hope everyone had an awesome Memorial Day weekend, and EXTRA hope to see you tomorrow, Wednesday, at 6am at our first FREE Sunrise yoga of the year at Dobbins Landing 🌅 🙏 This is a lovely weekly way to start your day with calm, made possible by ASCEND Erie and yoga instructor Chelsea Yoga & Meditation

Don't let construction be what stops you from joining us!
This nifty map pirated from the Scallywags Pirate Adventures (now open!) shows you what streets are closed so you can navigate through the open ones.

Let's beat last year's attendance record!!

ASCEND Climbing
Flagship City District
Erie Downtown Development Corporation

🌞 A true sign that summer has begun! 🌞
Our hours are now 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM, giving you even more time to take in the sights of the city and the waterfront—and catch those beautiful summer sunsets. 🌇
We hope to see you there!