Thomas Lynch Field, often referred to as simply Lynch Field, is truly a unique place to have in…read moreones back yard. Visitors from near and far come here to enjoy the outdoor pool, walking and running track, baseball and soccer fields, playground and picnic pavilions. Kirk Nevin Ice Arena, and The Aerobic Center, is also located here. Lynch Field is the location for the annually held Greensburg Community Days and the weekly Farmer's Market.

Beautiful park they have really nice walking trails and the have a very nice rink next to it and…read morethey have a nice swimming area to.

Nice facility. They have a decent amount of seating. They have a good concession stand open during…read moresporting events with a nice variety.

A nice indoor soccer arena for kids to compete in. Seems pretty well maintained and clean. Good…read morebarrier netting to protect folks in the stands.

I'm now on the playground circuit so it's high time to give you the lowdown. This is a cute little…read morepark with two small play areas with slides and swings. I actually like that they have the recycled tire ground that's soft and bouncy in case your kids fall (spoiler alert: they do!). There's also a basketball court and a decent sized pavilion for parties. Looks like they're building bathrooms right by the park and pavilion too, so that's good news! Plenty of parking is a plus.

The Armstrong Playground is a small fenced, community park on 12th Street in the Southside. It was…read morerenovated in 2016 and offers a basketball court, horseshoe pits, swings, benches and other amenities.

Magee is a public playground in Greenfield near the Greenfield Bridge. It is a nice community…read morefacility with the most noteworthy feature the ball field and stands. This hosts Pittsburgh Sports League softball and other events. The facilities are available to young and old and extensively used. Often the older softball players end up at Hough's on a pleasant evening. It is great to have these gems within walking distance of one another.

I was just thinking about some of the places I used to frequent when I was in my 20s and single…read more Don't let the name fool you. Magee Playground is more than just swingsets and slides. Magee Playground is the name for the entire park and it includes a pool, field house, tennis and basketball courts and softball fields. It's a great park that serves the neighborhood well.

Great facility. My son practiced last spring with his team at this facility. They were very…read more accommodating to the team regarding the use of the facility. He really enjoyed practicing there.

I've been here several times with no issue; however the owner was never present. Today I set up a…read morepitching clinic for seven girls from my rec and travel teams. 15 minutes into the lesson, the female owner showed up screaming uncontrollably at one of the pitching coaches. She claimed the space being used was not correct and said everyone had to leave even though no one else was there to use the field. The coach calmly asked the owner to step outside away from the children and parents. The owner refused, threatening to call the police on all of us. During her rant, she admitted we did in fact have the space reserved and made it apparent that her only issue was that she didn't like someone participating in the lesson. The owner terrified the children and had some in tears. We quickly packed up and went somewhere else to have our 45 minute lesson. Later I returned across the street to peacefully protest the facility by hanging up signs across the road during their open house. I did not set foot on the property. A staff named Ang came across the street and threatened to beat me up using lingo I didn't quite understand. When I told her I don't understand what she means by "throw hands" she called me a racist. I drove away to avoid being physically attacked and to avoid any further confrontation.

The girls allowed to play on playgrounds. We travel around Allegheny county looking for playgrounds…read morefor the girls to play on. We found this park in Erwin and the girls loved it. It was clean. It was fun. It was great for the girls. They enjoyed it. I highly recommend this park for kids and had a great baseball field. The community should be proud of this park.

Nice little park in Irwin. They have a nice baseball field for the kids to play. It's kept niceread more

This is a neighborhood playground in the Troy Hill Area of Pittsburgh. It serves as a memorial to…read moreAndrew T. Fenrich who served as secretary for former mayor David O. Lawrence and as 9 time PA State Representative of Troy Hill. Fenrich served in the US Navy the n WW II and his papers and photographs are housed in the Heinz History Center.

Riverview Park has one of the largest and most extensive trail systems in the Pittsburgh area. With…read moreso many interconnected trails winding through different neighborhoods, it's easy to have a different experience every time you visit. I also like that you can step into a nearby neighborhood and grab something to eat before continuing your hike. Compared to Schenley or Frick Park, it also tends to be less crowded, making it a great option if you're looking for a quieter, more peaceful walk. That said, the trails are not as well maintained as many of Pittsburgh's other parks. Some sections are in great condition, while others have overgrown vegetation, uneven rocky terrain, steep drop-offs, and occasional hazards like broken glass. I noticed small pieces of glass along the Archery Trail, so I would recommend wearing hiking boots or sturdy athletic shoes rather than thin-soled sneakers. Because of the terrain, I think this park is much better suited for walking and hiking than for running. Most of the trails are not wheelchair accessible and may be difficult for young children, older adults, or anyone with mobility challenges. Even with the overgrowth, the scenery is beautiful, and many areas were filled with fragrant plants and wildflowers. I didn't personally see any poison ivy during my visit, but it's always a good idea to stay aware of your surroundings. One area that could definitely be improved is restroom access. There are very few restrooms throughout the park, and one restroom that had been open during a previous visit was locked in the middle of the day on a Sunday. Adding a few portable restrooms near the busiest trailheads would make a big difference for visitors. Parking is easier than I expected. While there aren't many dedicated parking lots, there is plenty of street parking throughout the surrounding neighborhoods. Depending on which trails you choose, you may also come across areas where unhoused individuals have set up encampments. During my visits, everyone kept to themselves and I didn't have any negative interactions, but it's something visitors should be aware of and another reason to stay aware of your surroundings in such a large urban park. The observatory has unfortunately been closed each time I've visited, but the park frequently hosts community events that are worth checking out. It's encouraging to see ongoing improvements, and I hope the city continues investing in this park because it has so much potential. Overall, Riverview Park is a beautiful place to explore and one of Pittsburgh's most expansive trail systems. While there are areas that could benefit from better maintenance, additional restrooms, and continued safety improvements, it's still well worth visiting. With a little more attention, I truly think it has the potential to become one of the best parks in Pittsburgh.

If you want a great city park but don't want to deal with the heavy crowds at Frick or Schenley,…read moreyou really need to check out Riverview Park up in Observatory Hill. It's a total hidden gem on the North Side. Because of how heavily wooded and steep it is, you instantly feel like you're deep in the woods even though you're only a few miles from downtown. The hiking trails are excellent, especially if you want a bit of a workout on the hills; and since it gets way less foot traffic than the other major city parks, it's incredibly quiet and peaceful. The real crown jewel, though, is the historic Allegheny Observatory sitting right at the top of the hill. It looks amazing against the trees, and they actually run awesome, free night tours where you can look through the old telescopes if you call ahead for a reservation. Plus, the park has a solid off-leash dog area, a pool, and they host free outdoor concerts in the summer. It's just a great, low-key spot to get outside without ever leaving the city limits.