Presque Isle Downs & Casino
Presque Isle Downs & Casino in Erie hosts thoroughbred racing and a BetMGM-branded retail sportsbook serving northwestern PA bettors.
- City
- Erie, PA
- Region
- Northwestern PA
- Casino Opened
- 2007
- Retail Sportsbook
- BetMGM-branded retail book
- Sportsbook Opened
- August 2019
- Address
- 8199 Perry Highway, Erie, PA 16509
- Loyalty Program
- M life Rewards (via BetMGM partnership) and Presque Isle Players Club.
- Parking
- Free self-parking. Surface lots and clubhouse parking.
Sportsbook Features
- BetMGM retail sportsbook
- Thoroughbred racing track
- Erie/NWPA flagship
Casino Amenities
- 1,500+ slots
- 40+ table games
- Live thoroughbred racing
- Clubhouse dining
- Casino bar
On-Property Restaurants
- Crab Trap Restaurant
- Trackside Grill
- Boomers Sports Bar
- Latitudes Buffet
Nearby Attractions
- Presque Isle State Park (~15 min)
- Lake Erie waterfront (~15 min)
- Erie Insurance Arena (~15 min)
- Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park (~5 min)
Property History
Presque Isle Downs opened on February 28, 2007 as PA's first racino-format property under Act 71 of 2004. Originally owned by MTR Gaming, then Eldorado Resorts (now Caesars Entertainment). Currently managed under a Churchill Downs Inc. operating arrangement.
Online Pairing
Presque Isle Downs & Casino hosts the PA license for BetMGM-branded retail book. Read our PA online sportsbook reviews to see the full breakdown of the operator brand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the retail sportsbook at Presque Isle BetMGM?
Yes — Presque Isle hosts a BetMGM-branded retail sportsbook.
Is there live thoroughbred racing?
Yes. Presque Isle Downs runs a thoroughbred racing meet from late spring through early fall.
How close to Lake Erie?
About 15 minutes drive from Lake Erie waterfront and Presque Isle State Park.
Is there a hotel?
No on-property hotel. Multiple Erie-area hotels are within 10-15 minutes.
Responsible Gambling
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