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Shades Beach vs Lawrence Park

Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Erie County, Pennsylvania.

These ramps are about 4.6 miles apart.

Lawrence Park

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Type

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Hours

24/7

Fees

Free

Launch Lanes

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Water Type

Public

Water Body

Lake Erie

Trailer Parking

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Restrooms

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Accessible

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Which ramp should you choose?

Both Shades Beach and Lawrence Park provide public access in Erie County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.