This is a lively park with a great distance trail for walking, strolling and biking. The river side…read moreis busy and parked many boats, & the river definitely needs some cleaning. There are many restaurants right outside of the park area, convenient to grab a bite and drinks. The baseball stadium is also right by the park and can be accessed as soon as you walk off of the bridge. We didn't see a playground on the trail, but the entire park can be a large place to play. There are kids play by the large running water fountain and in the river. Many dogs were spotted in the parks. Very dog friendly. Highly recommend to check out this place when in Pittsburgh, PA

I've only been on a short portion of the path along the south side of the Allegheny River, so…read moreplease take this review with a gigantic grain of unprocessed sea salt. I can imagine this waterfront used to be pretty rough, so it's pretty neat that they decided to make it a regionalish-feeling park, spruce it up, and get people walking down here. I expected it to feel much more unsafe than it did. I don't know Pittsburgh well enough to know how safe this park really is, but it felt completely safe walking around as an obvious tourist in broad daylight, so that's a good sign. The pavement of the path varies from very well maintained to broken up and muddied. When you're here, watch your step, and if you're riding a bike along the path, be very careful, especially in areas with puddles. You can get to most of the bridges across the Allegheny River from the south side, but it often (always?) requires you to go up ramps along Fort Duquesne Boulevard. I really like those bridges, so it's cool to be able to walk right up to and beneath all of them as you go.

Grandview Park is a very cool place to hike - not only does it have some awesome Pittsburgh views…read morewith a beautiful, open, flat area featuring benches, picnic tables, porta-potties, trash cans, and even a working three-tier fountain for dogs and people alike, but it has a trail so forest-y that you will not believe how close it is to downtown. Grandview not only has the unique combination of city convenience and natural beauty, but the park hours are 6 AM to 11 PM which makes it a great spot for a first date. One thing to know is that while the main areas are accessible and enjoyable, the trail itself has certain parts where the branches, leaves, and vegetation grow very close to the path, so you may find yourself brushing through plants as you walk. One of the things on the path you may want to be careful about brushing up against are the several branches of what are called wineberry plants along the trail. They are beautiful and fun to spot, but be careful because the stems have thorns and they grow very close to the edges of the trail in some areas. Because the trail can get narrow in places, and it helps to be small and nimble because otherwise you will probably find yourself rubbing against these plants. There is also a hidden gem near the Grandview Park access road between Grandview Elementary and Emerald View Park where you can find two beautiful cypress trees. I have honestly never seen trees quite like these before. They look like what would happen if a regular tree had a soft and sweet little baby with a pine tree. They are unique, whimsical, and somehow both elegant and adorable at the same time. They are definitely worth taking a moment to appreciate when you are on this part of the trail. Another important thing to know is that there are some steep ledges on this trail which are no joke. You actually could get seriously hurt if you fell, so be mindful of where you are walking. Also, make sure you take this trail with someone you trust because, honestly, if someone wanted you to die, there are definitely places where they could make that happen on this trail.

Great view of downtown which makes it a prime spot for the Fourth of July fireworks. This is where…read morewe watched our very first Pittsburgh fireworks. There's some overgrown weeds and trees blocking some of the view behind the bandstand. Otherwise, it's a great spot for live music, food trucks, and views of the sunset and the city.

4.5 stars. Point State Park is a 36-acre state-operated park that is located in downtown Pittsburgh…read morewhere the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers meet to form the Ohio River. It is a National Historic Landmark. In addition to the beautiful waterfront views, another beautiful feature here is the water fountain that operates in warm seasons and reaches heights of up to 150 feet. This park also has the Fort Pitt Museum, which explores the region's history during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution; and the Fort Pitt Block House, which was built in 1764 and is the oldest surviving structure in Western Pennsylvania. I have been visiting this park for many years. Visitors enjoy grassy areas for relaxing as well as walking/hiking, boating, fishing, biking, and other activities.

First, let me say that neither Apple Maps nor Google Maps got us here to a place where we could…read morepark. Apple took us on the highway to the tunnel and told us we'd arrive when the Fort Pitt Museum and The park were on our right. If driving, I recommend going to the lot by the Pittsburgh Post Gazette ($10). The park is lovely and offers great views of the point, the Duquesne Incljne, Heinz field; and the confluence. The Fort Pitt Museum is interesting. I was disappointed to find that the fountain was off as visiting the park has been on my bucket list since I moved to Pittsburgh; so I'll have to go back once the fountain is back on.

A wild concept but cool to see local art and give people space to legally spray paint…read more It's right on the water and a walking/biking path leads right through it. Not as booming as other times when it's cold out but there were other shops and breweries nearby to make it worth it!

I've seen this sort of thing in a couple of cities. Rather than have graffiti artists tagging…read morebuildings and stuff all around town, they've authorized this spot where they can express themselves and not get in trouble. So many great pieces here, along the parking lot on the concrete barriers and all around. Definitely worth a stop and if you're thinking you need to get a photo opportunity, check it out! [Review 20417 overall - 627 in Pennsylvania - 1396 of 2023.]

This was a very nice place. We had a small birthday party and a picnic. Everyone enjoyed it very…read moreclean beautiful day.

A lake in a park in a city. What could be better? It is so relaxing to come to Schenley and spend…read moretime walking along Panther Hollow Lake. It's a nice area to get lost in your own thoughts. Lots of nature and wildlife all around. A real hidden gem perfect for unwinding.

Pittsburgh is truly blessed to have Schenley Park as part of our city's heritage. It is one of the…read morelargest and cleanest parks in the heart of the city, with a trail system and variety of recreational spaces that rival some of the biggest parks in Pittsburgh. It is incredible to have such a large natural area surrounded by the energy of the city. The park offers a pool, playgrounds, skating rink, pavilions, and other activities throughout, but the highlight is the extensive network of trails. There are so many paths to explore that you could spend an entire day walking here and still discover something new. Panther Hollow Trail is one of my favorites. It runs through much of the park, is beautifully shaded, and is a great option on hot, sunny days when you want to enjoy the outdoors without being in direct sunlight the entire time. The main trail is wide, well-graveled, and easy to navigate for groups, walkers, and people with pets. It also connects to other trails throughout the park, including the Bridle Trail and Three Rivers Heritage Trail. Anderson Playground is another unique feature, with its three-tier fountains and creative playground equipment. There are also porta potties throughout the park, which makes spending several hours exploring much easier. One of my favorite things about Schenley Park is that every visit feels different. You can walk around, find new areas, see different activities happening, and create new memories each time. I have enjoyed many walks here with different friends over the years, and it remains one of my favorite places in Pittsburgh to enjoy nature, sunshine, and time outdoors.

Tons of walking trails right outside of Oakland. Who would have thought there was this much nature…read moreright near the city. Well kept and trails are marked. Make sure you have your walking shoes

It's a wonderful park on the Allegheny River with nice pavilions. It has a spectacular bike trail…read morethat follows the river all the way to Downtown. I go here every year to see birds, especially the Yellow Throated Warblers that sing from the Sycamore trees. The hit series, the Mayor of Kingstown, was once filled in the park.

This is a nice trail. My kids got distracted immediately by the natural playground which was small…read morebut fun and then we walked and rode our bikes. Great views. Mostly flat trail. Well kept.

I don't often make it to this part of town but I saw the sign for Pleasant Valley Park a few months…read moreago when driving by and vowed to return for a hike. It was a warmer fall day when I returned. I had checked out the park map online (easily accessible at http://www.pvpark.org/) beforehand. It's a smaller park with only a few miles of trails. But the trails are well marked and maintained. I followed the longer Hank's Trail and while the trail is narrow in spots, I never felt lost. There was some mild elevation but overall the hike was easy. Pleasant Valley Park is good for hiking if you just want to get out into the woods. There aren't really any outstanding features that I saw (like waterfalls or rock formations) but it's a great place to escape for a couple hours.