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 great place to get that cool symmetrical yellow bridges view of Pittsburgh. A great place to…read morecatch an outdoor concert, with grass and under-the-bridge sun or rain relief. A great place to walk along the water or sit and grab a snack as if along Pittsburgh's "Seine". A place with a history of being a way to protect the city while surrounded by water on all sides but one. Easily accessible by train. Bottom line: A staple of a Pittsburgh tourist or summer-play day.

The Youghiogheny River Trail consists of 71 miles of crushed limestone rail trail from McKeesport,…read morePA to Confluence, PA. This trail is part of the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) which extends from Pittsburgh, PA to Cumberland, MA for 150 miles then hooks up with the C & O Towpath for 185 miles to take you to Washington, D.C. (total of 335 miles). Mostly used by cyclists but it is also used by walkers and runners. Per the Regional Trail Council's website, the policy is that no motorized vehicles are allowed except for those who have mobility impairments as listed in this article of 2010 and is current as of 6/23/17 when posting this review: http://www.regionaltrailcorp.com/RTC_Mobility%20Device_Policy.pdf. As a disclaimer, I am only the messenger of the policy, not the author, and have re-posted in good-faith that it is current. It's a beautiful trail and very well maintained. On Sunday, June 4th, they had their annual Yough-n-Roll fundraiser to both promote the trail and drum up support for the many volunteers than maintain the trail. We saw evidence of much branch trimming going on. Boston, PA is one of the access points and one we use quite a bit for our starting point. They have plenty of parking there and it takes about 30 minutes from Monroeville to get there. Then, we like to ride to West Newton for 14 miles making for a 28 mile round trip ride. Once in West Newton, we love to eat at the Trailside (right along the trail). They have a great deck or you can dine inside when it's too hot. They have much to choose from and we usually go for one of their salads or sandwiches. Plus, they offer cold water to fill up your water bottle, a welcomed gesture for cyclists. There's also a bike shop below the restaurant that's quite handy. Can't say enough good things about the trail and all the amenities along the entire Youghiogheny River Trail. Worried there won't be enough restrooms? Well, if you see a ball field, there's probably a porta-potty. See Dravo Cemetery? There's a restroom. See a town with restaurants and civilization? They have restrooms. Want to visit a state park and maybe hike or kayak? Well, there's Ohiopyle right on the trail. Want to get a GAP jersey? West Newton has a store which carries them. Want beautiful photo ops? Say no more. You'll have plenty chances to take pics of flowers, water, birds, deer, turtles, maybe a snake (don't be scared -- they don't want to eat you. Be nice and ride around anything that looks like a stick. Remember your feet are on your pedals above any snakes.). Need a bike store? There's one in West Newton and Confluence. Need lodging? Connelsville has a new hotel right along the trail plus there are B & B's in quite a few of the towns. We've stayed in lodging in Ohiopyle and Confluence and were not disappointed. This Wikipedia site will tell you where access points are and where to park: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Youghiogheny_River_Trail This website will tell you about the Mon/Yough Trail Council that volunteers to maintain the trail from McKeesport to the Westmoreland County line and how you can join or donate: http://thebostontrail.com/ This website will tell you about the Westmoreland Yough Trail Chapter volunteers to maintain the trail in Westmoreland County and how you can join or donate: https://www.bikewytc.org/ Oh, and here's the website that will tell you about all the chapters supporting this trail: http://www.regionaltrailcorp.com/chapters.html

My favorite thing about Pittsburgh in summer…read more The rivers keep this trail cool and breezy. It's long - you can go all the way to Ohiopyle (the trail is quite pretty out that way), or even, with some interruptions, Washington DC! It's all very green. The crushed limestone surface is very well-kept and good for mountain bikes and road bikes alike. There are stops for water, bathrooms, benches, a picturesque old cemetery. In case of rain, there are a number of covered picnic tables and baseball dugouts along the way that you can duck into. There are wildflowers and groundhogs and bunnies and little waterfalls. And snakes. And an ex-Tastee Freeze that now goes by the name Yough Twister. Hm. The only real drawback is that you have to drive to the trail with your bike from Pittsburgh. You can't even take a bus; the buses that run to McKeesport, where the trail officially begins (as of now) don't carry bikes. There are lots of entrances to the path, most marked with little signs. In the town of Boston, PA there is a big parking lot and some playing fields and rest rooms that make a good place to start. Remember speedy Pittsburghers, pass on the left and hail when passing! Oh, and like all the great bike paths I love, this one has been the site of some highway robbery . . . Because this is a rails-to-trails, there is almost no elevation change. If I had kids, I'd take them here. But I would encourage them NOT to stop in the middle of the path if they needed to adjust something on their bicycles. Much better any day than a trip to Lake Erie. It's also nice in the fall.

Chess Park is a public space in Monongahela. It contains a gazebo and veterans' monuments, and it…read morehosts events such as farmers markets, concerts, and festivals. My husband and I visited the park during the Fleatique, an annual event that featured a 1.5-mile-long path of yard sales, homemade crafts, and antiques. We had no interest at all in most of the merchandise that was for sale, but we did purchase one thing. Anyway, the park looked to have a well-maintained gazebo, veterans' plaque, and grounds. I could see how this park is a popular meeting spot for local residents.

Love the walking trails in this park! They offer pavilions,…read morea pond, arboretum, community events, walking trails, play area and much more!

We absolutely love Bruno Sammartino Park, also known as Sangree. It's one of those places that has…read morea little bit of everything and is perfect for families or just getting outside for a bit. The fenced-in basketball court is a huge plus. My boys are here at least once a week playing pick-up games with friends. It's always active but never too crowded, and the fence gives some peace of mind since the balls stay in play and off the road. There's also a nice pavilion that's great for birthday parties or just grabbing some shade while the kids run around. The baseball field gets good use during the warmer months, and the walking path is perfect for a relaxing stroll or letting little ones ride their bikes. The playground is clean and well-kept. Whether it's shooting hoops, playing on the playground, or just getting some fresh air, Sangree has become a regular part of our week.

Ross Township is not sure what to do with Sangree. Right now the park features a playground and…read morebasketball courts. The planning commission is looking for grants for a $3 million dollar upgrade. That would relocate the play area away from vehicle traffic. Plans also call for a land bridge to make the park more accessible.

Soccer! Soccer! Soccer! Woo! This is an unadorned but very nice place to play soccer…read moredestination. They have two different soccer fields, a pavilion, a kayak docking area, playground, trail, basketball court and many benches at this park. There's one main soccer field which all the children who were born from 2008-2011 play at currently (so as of right now 8years to 11year olds) and there is a separate field full of mini and medium sized soccer nets for younger children. A playground, basketball court and pavilion sit in between the two soccer fields. There is a trail that wraps around and through the park. It also leads down to a kayak docking area that is labeled 22 which is part of the Loyalhanna Creek water trail. This is all part of the many parks and fields Latrobe has to offer and there's many more within walking distance. Latrobe overall is like an old soul where people look out for each other and are very respectful of one another. This is a nice place for the younger(born when I was graduating high school eeek and after) generations to play! Can't have too many soccer fields or trails....nope never. Also need to note that there are no pets allowed. I saw a dog and a cat get asked to leave.

A nice little park to sit and enjoy the view of the Allegheny River. There is a small picnic area…read morealong with a playground and basketball courts. I recommend a visit if you happen to be in the area.

It's just a standard park. I know it's not the parks fault but there were a considerable amount of…read moreswearing teenagers and they did not mind swearing and trying to be shocking in front of young kids. Just not a great experience. My 8 year old did have fun though.

Nice!! Basketball court lots for in kids to swing and play. Big field for hockey and soccer. Lots…read moreof parking