Lots of playgrounds! We were driving through town and it was a nice day so we were looking for a…read moreplace to have a picnic and let the kids get some energy out. They have several playground sections that the kids were able to choose from. They checked out 4 of them and played for about 15 minutes on each. Biggest complaint is there are no bathrooms open during a nice day in March. They only had port o potties which are not ideal for children. I understand that they can't heat them all during the winter but you think one or them would be available under the office or the main park area especially with sports season starting.

Wonderful park for children. There are a multitude of playgrounds, a splash park, lots of sports…read morefacilities and fields, and many hiking trails. In a strange but interesting turn of events, my children and I witnessed a squirrel in labor on one of the trails. A most unusual and unexpected sight I can promise you! I have to admit we got a bit more nature than we bargained for that day! Lol. My few qualms are these, it tends to be a very crowded place and the trail maps are not the clearest/ most accurate. A big improvement would be better trail maps (particularly with a "you are here" marker) and better signage throughout the trails. Overall though, it's a wonderful place for the community.

I discovered Thornburg Conservation Park earlier this year, when I was searching for a new place to…read morego for regular walks. I now really love coming here for a quick dose of nature during my week! Finding the parking lot ended up being my first adventure here, because Google maps kept taking me to a residential street on the other side of the railroad tracks that sit above the park. The actual entrance is behind the Thornburg Public Works Building; easy to get to once you know where you're going, but boy did the GPS make it hard initially. The park itself is apparently thirty-eight acres (so says the borough website), and it has interconnecting trails that are very easy to navigate. The terrain is fairly flat overall, although if you walk further up the creek it can get bumpy in spots. It's definitely worth stopping by throughout the year to see the changing colors and the seasonal blooms come and go. I even saw a hummingbird during one visit this summer - not sure anything will top that! Note that dogs are allowed in the park by permit only, although I tend to see a lot of folks walking with their four legged friends so I don't think it's hard to get a permit. All in all, this is a peaceful and beautiful place to visit, and is especially nice on days where a shorter and easy-paced nature walk is needed. Here's to my next stroll at Thornburg!

I just took a venture over this way for some very light hiking. I usually bring my hiking boots,…read morebut this time I just wore regular shoes and that was a bad choice. There is grass covering the main trails that is very wet and kind of like a bog. My shoes and socks got very wet romping through here. There was multiple species of butterfly including cabbage white, silvery checkerspot, pearl crescent, hackberry emperor and a hawk moth. I also saw some white tailed deer and squirrels. There were two sets of wooden steps that looked very dilapidated. The wood is rotten and uneven. If I was not more agile I would have fallen trying to walk on them. This didn't make me want to walk on the rest of this trail. Besides the fact that some of the park is in a sad state of disrepair and there is very thick grass covering a good portion of the trails, it is a nice place to explore and very picturesque scenery. The Chartiers Creek is a nice big body of water that is relaxing to enjoy. There is beautiful wildlife to experience and it is quiet and peaceful. The trails are of a very mild difficulty for hiking as it is mostly pretty flat. Not too bad.

an excellent hidden gem, allowing exploration of nature & art…read more old tunnels & forgotten track tracks covered in graffiti paired with natural rock formations & a short creek nature trail walk covered in moss & various fauna, all blending together for quite a scenic experience it was a delightful off-the-beaten-path visit, not sure I'd go routinely if I lived in the area, but would definitely recommend as a one time must-check out experience

I have always loved this hidden South Hills gem. Art and exploration nestled in an urban setting…read more Wooded green space with a creek and little paths for walking, lunching, and more. Natural stone and man-made features for climbing. Abandoned railroad tracks, graffiti and more.

There is more to Grandview Park than the three concrete and asphalt paths or the concrete hut that…read moreoverlooks downtown. There is so much history in the old trails that zig zag their way up and down the sides of the mountain. If you haven't taken the time to get off the beaten path, now is the time. Where else can you see nature in all its glory in the middle of an old urban center?

What a magnificent representation of my beloved city. The…read moreviews of downtown are nothing short of miraculous. It's a go-to for locals and tourists alike. Dogs allowed! There is a playground and picnic areas. It's part of the paved walking trail, Grandview Park Loop Trail. Summer events like outdoor concerts.

Wave popl The life guards don't do anything there was a kid…read morethat wouldn't pull up his pants his parents did nothing the life guards talk and nothing else they don't save people

I have not done the wave pool, but my son has and he loves it. I have done hiking with my sister…read moreand her dog and it was so beautiful. We went to the waterfall and then it started to rain and it was like being in a secret garden. I just love when everything is so lush and green and picturesque. It was like being in a fairytale.

Beautiful park! Paved walking paths, a lake, and many gorgeous trees. It is very close to the…read moreMexican War Streets, so if you are interested in more walking it is easy to add that onto the park paths. Some paths are paved, some are not. On a Saturday you are likely to see lots of dogs. There is also a playground for kids.

Love this park right next to the Aviary. It contains Lake Elizabeth which is a photographer's…read moredream. I love coming here to take photos of the lake, bridges, view of downtown in the background, cherry trees in bloom, and the train track. Easy parking on the street. I usually parallel park across the street from the Aviary. Depending on time of day there is a small fee. There are many benches to sit and take in the peacefulness and paved trail circling the lake. Many people walk their dogs here, as well.

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.

The waterfall is small but it's pretty and a nice hike to get to it. Our dog loved playing in the…read morewater

I have been coming to Carnegie Park for about 35yrs. This park is a staple in the community. We…read morehave reservations pavilions and just come to enjoy the park. It's had renovations to the pavilions bathrooms and ball fields with an added basketball court. Not to mention the skateboard park. Goo this park is very beautiful. It's a great safe place for family fun.

It's no Schenley or Frick Park, but this little patch of green is a lovely addition to Carnegie…read morenonetheless. Situated across from a popular miniature golf location, the park features basketball and tennis courts, a soccer field, a skatepark, a dog park (sectioned by dog size), and other family friendly features. You admittedly won't find any major trails to explore here, as the park isn't big enough for that. It's also heavily geared towards family friendly outings and local youth sports games. But those features are exactly what make this place such a nice addition to Carnegie. And no matter what, you'll still have plenty of greenery to take in and enjoy! If I had to name a downside about this place, getting to the park by anything other than car can be less than ideal. Sidewalks cease to exist in certain areas surrounding the park, so if you don't want to drive in, you'll need to stroll in with caution. Other than that, though, I have no complaints - and I'll still walk here on a semi-regular basis to get some exercise, clear my head, and see what my fellow community members are up to with their families and dogs.

Take the Duquesne Incline to Mount Washington. Turn right upon exiting the incline house and walk…read moreup the sidewalk, slight incline, to the top of the hill. As many years as I lived in the area, I had never viewed this statue of Guyasuta and Washington. It was well worth the brief climb and presents a slightly different, but still arresting, view of the city of Pittsburgh. Interestingly enough, several days later we viewed "The Football Town" at the Kamin Science Center. Imagine our surprise to see that the final sequence of the film featured Pat McAfee speaking from, you guessed it, "Point of View."

Tony Vanoy and I went to the "Point of View" on Mt Washington in Pittsburgh PA on Sunday June 8th…read more The park is free to enjoy! There is no parking lot so you need to find some on street parking near by! The views are Amazing! Pittsburgh and all the buildings with the 2 Rivers and bridges plus you can see the Pittsburgh Steeler Stadium ! The statue is of George Washington meeting and talking with the Seneca Indian Chief! I definitely recommend you checking it out!a piece of history with gorgeous views! I definitely would go back again!