Chess Park

12.4 mi

This is a cute little park. We got to see turtles which was a highlight and there's some small…read morehiking trails and a nice relaxing swing while you watch the pond. The playground is nothing to write home about but it's nice. It'd be a nice place for a run and outside workout.

This is a great park for walking. Just be mindful of the fly fishermen that cast their lines before…read morelooking behind them. The lines when cast are coming onto the walking path. This is happening at the end near the bridge. We have been almost hooked a few times now. Who would be liable for any injuries that might occur?

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Turtles on a log

Palmer Park

3.5 mi

I love this park. They have pavilions if you want to have a party there…read more My daughter has cheer practice here, as well as soccer practice. They have three soccer fields. There are two or three playgrounds for younger children. My favorite thing is the walking track. It has small inclines and is a nice peaceful, scenic walk. The view up here is gorgeous. They do a good job with upkeep, and if there is cheer practice, the concession stand is usually open. Overall, probably one of the nicer parks around the MonValley.

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Peters Lake Park

10.2 mi

I've lived in the area for a while now but have never made it to this lake before. Today was the…read moreperfect weather for a walk so I finally made it here. The park is on the smaller side but does have plenty of parking spaces. The trail is paved and clearly marked. I was expecting it to loop all the way around the lake but it didn't seem to. There were a few trails off of the paved path that I didn't explore. The views of the lake are very nice and there are a few benches to stop and enjoy it. I was pleasantly surprised at how nice this place was and also how busy it was. I arrived just before 10am and the place was buzzing with people enjoying the lake.

This park is very well paved for parents that want to walk with a stroller. It's quite beautiful…read moreand relatively quiet.

Lake

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Ten Mile Creek County Park

(2 reviews)

16.2 mi

Beautiful park with multiple pavilions, multiple kid's play areas and numerous grill stations. The…read moregrounds are well-kept and litter free. Probably the best county park I've seen in my travels. There's also a 2-lane boat launch area and 2 restroom facilities. A permit or sticker is needed to use the boat launch but if just using it for a day, can ask permission for a one-day use.

Great boat ramp and courtesy docks. First, Tenmile Creek is packed with alewives, gizzard shad, un…read morenamed minnows, etc Two where's shad, there's game fish. Game fish like hybrid striped bass, smallmouth, pike, walleye, muskies are constantly feeding off the schools and migrate in and out of the creek. There's a solid weed line extending into deeper water on the Mon, directly across from where the creek enters the river. I'd love to find a waterfront AirBnb or any accommodation near this launch but ZERO exist.

Ten Mile Creek County Park 18Oct2019

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Ten Mile Creek County Park 18Oct2019

Mingo Creek Park

4.7

(15 reviews)

7.9 mi

Mingo Creek Park is a beautifully maintained park that is perfect for a group of friends, a family…read moreouting, a walk with your dog, or even a date - if you come prepared. While there are plenty of restrooms throughout the park, they appear to all be portable toilets and do not seem to have running water. There may be facilities elsewhere with running water, but I did not come across any except for a small sink located near a building that looks like a bathroom but that isn't a bathroom with indoor picnic tables. That said, the restrooms I did encounter are probably the nicest portable restrooms I have ever seen. The numerous benches throughout the park are a welcome feature, making it easy to spend an entire day exploring the area. There are also plenty of picnic benches conveniently located along the trail if you come with your own food and something to clean your hands with. Much of the trail runs alongside a flowing creek, providing the relaxing sound of moving water throughout your walk. The main trail is wide, level, and stretches for about 2.8 miles, making for an enjoyable hike. There are also several side trails that branch off into more heavily wooded areas for those looking to explore further. One thing I would recommend is making sure you know where you are going before arriving. Cell phone service can become spotty as you approach the parking areas, which may make it difficult to coordinate with people who have never visited the park before. That said, there is ample parking once you find it.

Loved this park! Took a walk on the paved trail and it was beautiful and peaceful…read more Everyone that I encountered was friendly and made sure to give a greeting. I checked out the covered bridge and a few of the park's streams and creeks. There's also a fun playground with a parking area very close to the bridge. Next time I'm planning on checking out the Hemlock trail.

Telescope

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Fancy porta potty

Buttermilk Falls Natural Area

(16 reviews)

47.8 mi

Beautiful area just a short walk to the falls. Easy access and walk. Additional trail, short,…read moreacross the parking lot. Take a rain coat!! Enjoy

We had a wonderful time at the falls and there wasn't a lot of people there nature was absolutely…read moregorgeous

Looking out at the falls from the deck behind it.

Eclipse Bridge

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Dunlap Creek Lake

20.7 mi

We're in the area to visit Ohiopyle and were looking for some places close by to take our golden…read moreretriever swimming and while eating breakfast this morning at Yum Yums one of the owners recommended this place. After hubby and I toured Kentuck Knob we stopped by our hotel to get our golden and headed straight here. I was worried that being Father's Day that the place would be insanely crowded but there weren't many people there and since there are so many areas to park everyone that was there was pretty well spaced out. We stopped at the boat ramp area so our golden could jump off the 2 floating docks and he absolutely loved it. The water is really clean and hubby even saw a huge fish jump out of the water while our dog was retrieving his ball. This area has benches and a walkway around the lake and there are also bathrooms, pavilions and picnic tables and seems to be quite popular with the local fisherman plus it was so clean and pristine, my only regret is that we didn't find this place sooner because we would have been bringing our pup here every morning and evening. Great place for fishing, family get togethers or for a nice walk around the lake, we're actually getting ready to head back up there now.

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Oak Hollow Park

(4 reviews)

15.8 mi

This is a great park. We would live to go back and play for Frisbee golf. Its such a great…read moreplayground and it really brought the community together. I would have liked more trails and a walking area without cars but it was a great time.

Great place to go fishing, play tennis, or disc golf. Has a playground for the kids and pavilions…read moreyou can rent for parties.

And of course the Pokémon Go

Climbing at the playground.

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Oak Hollow Park absolutely beautiful

Mammoth Park

25.3 mi

DO NOT GO FULL SPEED ON THE SLIDES!!!!!!!! They are fun but…read moreREALLY fast and you WILL fly off if you don't drag your feet when sliding down. Especially for the curvier slide on the left. My glasses flew off of my face and I thought I was going to fly off of the edge, but instead landed on the ground with a nice bruise on my shin as a souvenir. The plastic "kids slide" is like going down a thin lobster tail and is bumpy on the way down. Anyway. Would come back. The slides are still fun even when moving at a reasonable speed. The rock scramble stairs and the cargo net to get back up are also fun. Yes, I am an adult.

I loved it here and my kids said they never wanted to leave…read moreAn the wild life is so beautiful And the surroundings there were all so peaceful and proper and wonderful and I wish I could live there

A resourceful bird used fishing wire to build this nest

Overlook bench for hugs

Nature

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Dead Man's Hollow

4.1

(9 reviews)

9.2 mi

This lovely conservation area is 450 acres of beautiful forest with lots to see and a very shadowy…read morepast. The ruins of an old pipe factory are very visible and there are informative signs that tell the story. These occurrences took place in the 1800's. There is history of criminals murdered, accidental death(pipe factory), a hanging, an explosion, a drowning, a giant snake sighting, all taking place in the park. For this reason many people think that the sight is haunted by the people who met their fate here. I hate to burst the excitement, but I have never experienced ghosts, or any other paranormal activity while spending time there. In fact, despite it's dark past Dead Man's Hollow is a very tranquil place. If you have been there during May when Spring season really kicks off you will see tons of wildflowers that are spectacular. The pipe factory had a fire and the ground was burned. This happens to be very good for re-growth and as a result we get to experience a lot of beautiful flora. Also, the old pipe factory remains are covered with cool graffiti. The trails are at times narrow, but they are very clean. You are at some point going to climb up and down hills, so it is a very good workout. I would say that the hiking is a bit more challenging. To find it I would suggest searching via a trailhead name and not just the park name. One example would be "cat fish pond trail." There is a nice parking area near that trailhead. There is also another parking area on the other side of the park(more on that later). This other side is closer to the ruins.

We checked out the catfish pond today. It looked promising at first but soon discovered that there…read moreis very little accessibility to fish there. The spots that are open are at an incline sloped towards the pond and are very slippery and hazardous. I do not recommend taking young kids there. My daughter and I fished for an hour or so and only saw bluegill in the 3-4" range and smaller minnows. We used lures and worms and had many bites but the fish were too small to get hooked. We did see many water turtles and even a few babies whose shell was about 2-3" in diameter. We also saw one large snapping turtle appear for a few seconds. There are also a bunch of bullfrog minnows whose bodies were the size of golf balls (early June). It's a cool place to see but we won't be returning to fish.

Beautiful crocus flowers near the catfish pond area.

The "cloth of gold" crocus flower.

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Just two dudes hiking the trail.

Dormont Pool

(27 reviews)

14.6 mi

Super-popular pool in the South Hills, very close to downtown Pittsburgh. It's another of my…read morefavorites. Been going to this pool since I was in my late teens and often took my daughter to this pool when she was young. Living in the city it was nice to make a mini trek to the pool for something different. I've been known to swing by when home for visits as well. The pool is huge with lots of space to sprawl out and hang out on a towel or blanket when not in the water. Very well taken care of.

For just $8?! It can't be beat…read more Had a lovely Sunday Funday at the Dormont Pool. They have lots of parking and you can't bring your own chair and float. It wasn't nearly as crowded as I expected it to be-there was lots of space to spread out. I was also impressed with how clean everything was. The snack bar had lots of tasty and affordable options.

Dormont Pool

Empty pool

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Cranberry Township Community Waterpark

3.8

(12 reviews)

36.6 mi

As a long time Cranberry resident (non-pool member) who visited our wonderful pool for the first…read moretime this season yesterday AND today-I felt I needed to update my last review from a few years ago. As a Yelp Elite All Star I noticed that the most current YELP review for this pool was a one star review based solely on what this person thought the price should be for entry for her & her kids & her comparison to North Park Pool. First off Cranberry Township Waterpark, offers more than just a pool. It has a very large kids area with large kiddie pool, water dump bucket, splash pad & preschool water sliding board. It has a dedicated lap swim lane at all times. It has a waterside, low diving board, water tunnel sliding board, water climbing wall, sand volleyball court, grassy play areas, concession stand with large variety of foods, drinks & desserts & bathrooms with showers & changing rooms. There are giant umbrellas for shade, and many lounge & some Adirondack chairs. You can get water wings, or life vests for your kids there if needed. This is not a county pool like North Park Pool. NPP is run by the county. Cranberry is run by the township (not Butler County) & managed & staffed by high school kids. YES, the prices ARE higher than Allegheny County & City pools: 2025 Daily Admission Rates Residents: $11 Non-Resident: $16 Children: 2 - 12 years old Resident:$10 Non-Resident: $14 Children under 2: FREE 55+ Senior Resident: $10 Non-Resident: $14 Twilight Rates (after 6 p.m.) Resident: $8 Non-Resident: $10 Tuesday Night Swims: 9-11 p.m. Members: FREE Non-Members: $8 But that gives ZERO reason to diss this beautiful waterpark & all it has to offer. I highly recommend our pool & have taken out of town guests here with young kids several times in the past 20 years & they all loved it.

A nice little park to play with your littles 6 months and up! Only downside is that there's minimal…read moreshade so bring an umbrella just in case.

Water dump bucket in kiddie pool

Jump!

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Dive area

The Phantom’s Revenge

(4 reviews)

13.2 mi

Smooth, fast and lots of air time. What more can you want from a coaster? This is my second…read morefavorite coaster in the park. There is an extremely long walk to actually board the coaster. I've never been there where we needed all that space (I can't imagine how long that wait would be). the entrance has automatic gates that open and close when the train is ready to be boarded. You put your belongings in the holder on the exit side and then get in the car. There are two restraint systems. One small standard seatbelt and one lap bar. The seats themselves are on the smaller side, but will still fit plus size riders. The ride itself is exhilarating. The climb up the first hill gives you great views of the park and area (I liked seeing the giraffe's head poking out of Noah's Ark). MAKE SURE TO NOT PULL OUT YOUR PHONE ON THE LIFT HILL. They are very clear and very serious about the rules and yet people still break them every day which makes the train stop on the lift hill. The one down side is that the exit is at a completely different area than the entrance, so make sure you know that if you are meeting non riders. A must ride if you love coasters.

Ranked #1 Roller Coaster by USA Today 2025! An exciting and…read moreexhilarating experience! Fun filled coaster enjoyed by all ages. Very smooth ride with twist and turns and loops for a great ride. Such a cool view of the park atop the highest point of the coaster. Highly recommended ride for thrill seekers. The line can be long at times but it's well worth the wait for the thrill it brings. A must ride while visiting Kennywood, don't go by, give it a try! Looking forward to the thrilling ride again soon!

Phantom's Revenge roller coaster

Entrance

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Interstate Golf & Activity Center

4.3

(13 reviews)

19.0 mi

This course is very hilly, which makes it fantastic! There are also plenty of water traps (and…read morewater falls) but the bumpy terrain was definitely the highlight. We earned some of the highest scores we've ever gotten with mini golf, but also had a great time acquiring those awful numbers. There's a practice green and there are (removable) flags in the holes. There are also plenty of nets to retrieve balls from the water. There are a few sets of stairs, too. So this course isn't for everyone. It's a beautiful facility. The location is very close to the interstate, but when you're there, it sort of feels like the middle of nowhere.

This venue is ideal for practicing golf swings and spending time with the family at the revamped…read moremini golf course. You can also unwind with a drink and a meal at the bar restaurant. The staff provides exceptional hospitality.

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Pine Cove Swim Club

3.9

(8 reviews)

5.5 mi

2 water slides, trampoline in 8 ft end, Tarzan rope at the 8 ft end , diving doard at the 8 ft end…read more Good lifeguard coverage. Good food, including hard ice cream, pizza, and homemade fries. Umbrellas and lounge chairs. A very nice family pool.

I do not have anything to say about the RV area because I am a member for the pool and do not use…read morethose facilities. I love the pool. It is huge and accommodates many activities and games within its parameters without bothering anyone. There are nice areas for the toddlers, pre-teen and exciting slides and games for the older kids and adults. The table area outside of the restaurant is very nice for a family or a couple to sit and eat or just have good ole conversation. It can also be a great place to take a reprieve from the sun. As a whole I have found most people to be very friendly and helpful. In matter of fact, I am disabled and have problems walking a distance with my cane.....sometimes parking can be really far away and I have found myself in past years just turning around and leaving. But......this year the owner saw me hobbling down the hill and stopped in his golf cart and told me to call anytime for him or someone to come and pick me up if I find myself in that situation again. I am sure that in the future I will take him up on his helpful offer so I can enjoy the fun within the gates of Pine Cove Swim Club. There are great pavilions to use for parties and get togethers and Pine Cove also offers extra activities on certain days for adults and children. I only have one negative thing to say about the grassy area where you place your blanket or chair - most of the area is on a steeper slope and finding a comfortable way to sit on your towel without toppling down the hill is a challenge. This also makes it hard to sit in a chair without sliding down, Minor excavation could help that. To solve this I try to get there early to get a lounge on the flat cement area by the pool, but these are few and hard to get. Another plus is being able to take your chair or inner tube and keeping it on the fence at the pool so you do not have to carry it back and forth all season. My opinion is I will be buying a pass to Pine Cove until I can not walk to get inside.....then I may come in a wheel chair. LOL. Isabelle S.

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

Chartiers Park

4.0

This is a nice little park maintained by the Borough of Bridgeville. The park borders Chartiers…read moreCreek. Amenities at this park include two baseball fields, a soccer field, some pavilions that are available to rent, restrooms, and playground equipment. There is also a concession stand that is open during ball games. Cheers!

South Park Game Preserve

(2 reviews)

Always a wonderful visit here. This is a free nature preserve within South Park, about 15 miles…read morefrom downtown Pittsburgh. It has a pond of ducks and turtles, peacocks, and the stars of the venue, bison. Currently they report 13 bison, of which 2 are little ones born this year, 2026. There are two feedings each week, times and days are on their website. Sometimes they switch up what field they are in, again, their website or there is a facebook page "friends of the south park buffalo preserve" with current info, as well. You can usually go to the main site (pull up on Google maps), park, and walk just a bit up a ramp to their double fenced in area and see them up close. However, best to note, that, because of the double chain-link fence, it is difficult to get great pics without a fence in your pics.

The South Park Game Preserve is such a cool gem to South Park. It's completely free to visit, and…read moregetting to see the historic herd of bison grazing right there along the fence line never gets old. There is also a nice little pond area where you can spot ducks and the occasional peacock roaming around. It's a peaceful, relaxing spot to take a quick walk or bring a blanket for a picnic. It's nothing overly fancy, but it is a really unique piece of local history and a great way to spend an hour outside.

Washington Park

4.3

(3 reviews)

I just found out that there's a dog park there. I started taking my 15 year old dog and she loves…read moreit. There's a side for dogs 30 lbs and over and a side for smaller dogs. There's a picnic table under a tree and a fountain to fill water bowls. I just wish I had known about it sooner. There are only 2 problems that I can see. They need to build a set of steps from the road to the enclosures. It's a small hill but it's very steep and if the grass is damp it's very hard to get up and down without falling. The other thing is I wish there was a port a john closer. Other than that my dog and I are loving it. Thank you Washington Park.

This park is more expansive than you first realize, and has several venues, and great classics like…read morethe Main and Stone Pavilions, which can hold events for hundreds of folks at a time. The trees and trails meandering throughout the Park make for a relaxing walk in the woods. The pool and ball fields provide plenty of recreational activity opportunity.

Collier Community Park

Very nice park and community center at the old Nike Site military base. You can barely even tell…read morethat this used to be the Nike Missile Command center during the Cold War. Now it has fields, playground equipment, pavilions, deck hockey, courts, and a large Community Center. They even have an area for exchanging internet transactions / purchases. There are two little libraries ... very nice park, and well maintained... Cheers!

Cross Creek County Park & Maintenance

My wife and I visited here yesterday after stopping at "Marsha Cassel's Kitchen on Main" Restaurant…read morejust up the road. I had never been on this side of the lake. They have a nice boat ramp, dock. and fishing pier suitable for handicapped people. There is a playground nearby, picnic pavilions, and a hiking trail leading to a Historic 1881 Truss Bridge. It wasn't the most exciting thing in the world, but it was cool to see and walk over this old bridge. Cheers!

What a beautiful park in SW PA. We stopped by on a sunny Sunday to check out the boat docks,…read morefishing areas, and trails. There were several people out fishing from the dock and multiple people on kayaks in the lake. The bathroom facilities near the docks and shelters were clean and honestly smelled like flowers. The park seems very well maintained and even has a wooden track/course for biking that was pretty cool looking.

Duck Hollow Trail

3.8

(9 reviews)

Here's a bonanza for birders, fishermen, hikers and dog walkers alike. I personally have seen many…read morespecies of rare birds at this location. To the right is a nicely paved trail, and to the left is a more rustic path that occasionally opens up to stunning views of the Monongahela River. I often see people park in the ample lot to eat their lunch and gaze at the view. Nearby is a charming neighborhood of homes, tucked away from the hustle of city life. Ebird reports 197 species of birds making this the number one hotspot in Pittsburgh and the sixth in Allegheny County. There's a wonderful walking trail that leads from Frick Park to Duck Hollow and it is a pure delight. It features forest, creek and finally river, and I call that unique and worthy of 5 stars.

There was a little bit of litter other than that it was a perfect park. And there were even ducks…read more It would be a great place to bike ride, but we just went for a little walk and it was in between the railroad and the river, so it felt like a perfect Pittsburgh Hideaway.

Kelly Park

Very nice park that I randomly found off of Steen Road. They have a field, basketball court,…read moreplayground, and pavilion. It appeared well maintained ... Cheers!

Hanover Township Community Park

I was here for the Washington County Covered Bridge festival. The festival takes place at a number…read moreof covered bridges once a year in mid September. This site is nice if you did not want to park far from the food. The McClurg covered bridge is in this park. The food offerings were good. We had the BBQ half chicken followed up with apple dumplings. They tasted great. The dumpling was a whole apple cored wrapped in pie crust and baked, and served with ice cream. They also had vendors selling items like alpaca socks and sweaters etc. Nicely done and a nice way to spend a couple hours.

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