First time coming here with my 6 month old son! He loved the swings and this park is in great…read morecondition. Be sure to bring a mask for Covid protection as there are signs posted.

Went for a walk after work I was really impressed with the park it was really relaxing and well…read moremaintained. It's a nice park to take the family for a picnic lots to do for the kids there's a nice playground with a castle in it. I didn't play frisbee golf but the course looked really nice. I was really impressed how well maintained the park is plus the restrooms are clean if your in the area it's worth stopping.

This trail just fully opened. It runs from Butler to Freeport at just over 20 miles. Road crossings…read moreare clearly marked so you can slow the young ones can be yelled to stop. The trail is Pennsylvania 'flat' as it was an old railroad route. If you want to get technical, there are some slopes to the trail, but nothing steep. They're just gradual enough to let you know you're tired of peddling 'up'. You can catch the trail at any road crossing, some have way better parking space than others, like the two ends. There are a several benches and picnic tables along the route, so you can take a load off or have a snack. The trash you bring in, you take back out with you... So bring a garbage bag if you have a group. The scenery is mostly green, with a creek usually close by. If you start in Butler, the trail is about quad width, generally it gradually increases in width until you reach Freeport where it's wide and paved. You pass a store on your left called Derailer's just after crossing a red wooden bridge. About 30 mins after starting in Butler. Just down the path after the store, the trees open up and you ride through the golf course (Serene). If you're thirsty for a beer you can head up to their little restaurant and get a bottle of beer, no drafts. They also serve BAR food if you forgot to pack a snack, shame on you. A few parts of the trail get dicey after a hard rain. So be aware... They do have small signs warning of rough trail ahead. That's nice of them.

If you're looking for a nice trail with some great scenery, that's shady and always maintained well…read morethis is a nice ride for you. I suggest starting at the Freeport end of the trail and parking at the trailhead in Laneville right near the Freeport bridge. You can go under route 28 and all the way up into Butler. On the way back your last 5 miles will be a nice gradual downhill slope all the way back into Laneville. There's only one place to stop for refreshments on the trail and that is it the old Herman post office. If you go all the way into Butler, the trailhead is only minutes away from the hotdog shop on Monroe Street, if you're looking to replace burned-up calories, it's a great place to go!

This is a really cool, free and fun family activity. Drive…read morethrough North Park just past Pigeon picnic shelter. Straight ahead is the intersection of McKinney and Kummer roads (Gravity Hill). Stop at this intersection on Kummer Rd. (facing McKinney Rd.), shift your car into neutral and the car will slowly climb the hill. This is a public road; WATCH FOR ONCOMING TRAFFIC. If you have to turn around, there's a small turn off on the left side of Kummer Road. There is really no lack of gravity. It's believed to be an optical illusion based on the geographic layout of the land. Still, it's a fun and cool thing to experience, especially for the kids (or for those of us who want to pretend we're still kids, and see the magic in everyday things).

The hiking trail we went on was not to long and had nice scenery. Parking was easy to find. The…read morewaterfall is definitely worth the hike there. You can go under it, go above it, and go behind it! Also lots of smooth rocks to set up towel and sit in the sun.

It's a very nice place. If you have any physical limitations the somewhat short walk to the falls…read moreis a bit of a challenge. There are a few kind of steep uneven wooden steps. Then at the actual fall there are large uneven rocks you must walk on if you want to get to a swimming hole there. Definitely not for older people with balance issues or small children.

This beautifully maintained park is a must-visit just 30-40 mins north of Pittsburgh. We planned to…read morevisit the old grist mill and walk the 3 mile out-and-back Kildoo trail over the weekend. It seemed like everyone else had the same plan! Get there early to secure a close parking slot, otherwise, you'll be circling for a while or parking down towards the picnic area. The trail entrance to head down to the mill by the picnic area is currently closed off for stair repairs. They had staff down at the mill sharing a bit of the history to go along with all of the photos and signs with information throughout. The trail was perfectly shaded, mossy, and cool right along the river. I can't wait for my next visit.

If you live in Pittsburgh or are just visiting the area, McConnells Mill is one of the best day…read moretrips around. It's only about 40 miles north up I-79, so it's an easy drive from the city, but it feels like a completely different world once you get down into the gorge. I've been going there for years with friends and family, and it became my go-to spot to take people when they would visit from out of town. Everyone always loves checking out the historic old gristmill and the red covered bridge right next to it. It's a great, classic view, and if you go during the summer, they usually open up the mill for tours so you can see how it all used to work. The hiking there is fantastic, too, with a good mix of trails depending on what you're up for. You can take a pretty easy walk back to Hell's Hollow Falls, or you can tackle the rougher, rockier trails that run right along Slippery Rock Creek. You definitely want to wear sturdy shoes because the terrain gets steep and the rocks get slick, but the scenery with the rushing whitewater and massive boulders is totally worth it. It's just a beautiful, simple place to get outdoors for a few hours. Whether you want a challenging hike or just want to sit by the water and look at the old bridge, it never disappoints.

Easy to find location. Lots of parking. Dollar parking fee. Able to climb on rocks right by the…read morewater. Very pretty nature. Would be a good area for swimming on a hot day. Campground available.

Great place to camp for the family and kids. Clean campground and fun swim holes. Several music…read moreevents each year. Would recommend the Midsummer Music Festival.

I take our dog to the dog park on a regular basis. It's always clean and well maintained. He…read morereally enjoys getting out, sniffing, running and interacting with dogs of his size and temperament. He's a small dog, shih tzu pit bull mix and is easy to get along with. Taking him there has gotten him on a more social level than just running around our yard. Also I can walk him around the park and let him be as active as he should be. Thank you for making a special place for our furry friends. They deserve it! Jade's Dog Park is truly a blessing for all dog parents . Thank you very much for caring about the special creatures in our lives

My husband and I came here for the day and were pleasantly surprised…read more It is $5 per person to get in. Food They have a snack bar with the typical food you would expect (hotdogs, nachos, pretzels, popcorn) you can purchase a cup and/or a popcorn bucket for $5 a piece and get refills all summer for $1. Pool The pool is amazing! Perfect place to bring children with two kids areas. The have a small rock climbing wall in the deep end by the diving boards. Three slides, one of which is very tall. Children 12 and under can take a swim test to be allowed to swim in the deep end and go on the diving boards and rock climbing wall. You are allowed to bring floating things like noodles etc. which was really nice. You can only bring goggles that don't have the nose part (scuba goggles?) regular goggles are okay. The deep end is 5ft and the diving area is 12ft. I believe I saw that they rent out life vests for children and they also sell swimming diapers. Adult Swim Depending on how you feel about this it will either be good or bad. At the start of every hour they make all of the children get out of the pool for 15 minutes. The only people allowed in the pool are adults and children under 5 who are accompanied by an adult within arms reach. Seating They have chairs that you can use with foot rests and little tables but you have to get here pretty early to get one unless you see someone leaving you can take theirs. I would recommend bringing chairs and blankets to sit and relax on. There is plenty of space to spread out and not be right next to someone else on the grass. They have a few covered areas that you can set up at if there is space left. They also have 2 covered picnic table areas with 4 picnic tables (although I'm sure those fill up fast) Parks We don't have children so we didn't go to the parks but it looked like there was a lot to do and that it was well maintained. Crowds We went on a Sunday and there were a lot of people there but it didn't feel "crowded". We had to wait in line to get snacks but when we wanted a drink or popcorn refill there was a separate line which was nice. Conclusion- we will defiantly be back it was a great day!

Graham Park is a wonderful park for everyone. Courts and fields for various sports (including a…read moreMiracle League field). Playgrounds for kids. Concession stands and bathrooms. Trails for walking/hiking/running. Plenty of parking. Park is well maintained. I like going here for a good walk or run. The park is big enough that if you go from one end to the other it's around 3 miles. The paths are paved and there are a few different paths you can take to loop around but don't miss the Brush Creek Trail. It's a short hike with info on the local ecosystem along the way. There are a few inclines but no crazy elevation. Would also be a good place for a bike ride though I haven't done that yet. Graham Park is one of my favorite go-to parks when I'm near Cranberry and looking for an easy change of scenery from my local park. It can be crowded when there are sporting events but everyone I've encountered has been friendly. I'd recommend taking advantage of this great community park.

I have been taking advantage of this park from before they were finished building it. Be aware NO…read morePETS (unfortunately) because of all the sports fields & courts: baseball, football, soccer, lacrosse, hockey, tennis, pickle ball, basketball. There is a paved 3+ mile walking path (relatively flat) that spans the park. Lots of parking. Kids playground. Miracle League handicapped accessible ball field. A catch & release pond. Flower garden. Brush Creek runs through it. Three body weight exercise stations. Too bad the coffee shop at the entrance was ahead of its time & closed! Great park! Very clean.

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 went in the midst of a 90 degree plus heat wave, the falls were more of a trickle…read more Reaching the falls requires a nice little walk through the woods on a paved path.

Succop Nature Park is located in Butler near the airport. There are many trails to walk and a pond…read more There is an outdoor pavilion to host weddings and other gatherings. There is also a old Mansion on the property where you can host events. Very nice area to walk and bird watch.

This is a small park, but great place for bird watching and for special events…read more They have bird watching every Thursday at 9 a.m. Recently, the class spotted an Indigo Bunting and a King Bird. They have a tall "tower" (on the edge of the parking lot), a project to encourage Swallows to nest and have babies. They even have instructions if you want to build one at home. The park features two ponds, one near the entrance, across from the parking lot. Lined with willows and other trees, it's a pretty place for picnicking. Straight past the insanely tiny (holds about 10-12 cars) parking lot, is a tented area for special events. To the right of the parking lot is Marcraig House. It's a beautiful, old stone house, now used for special events. It's great for entertaining wedding or vow renewal guests...a perfect place for cocktails. There's a huge, old barn just behind the house, now used for storage. Beyond that, is a cute, quaint, little cottage, which is largely used for a catering office. I peered inside, and immediately thought it would be a great bed & breakfast place for a bridal couple to stay after the wedding. It has a small, abandoned greenhouse attached, apapparently growing a nice little crop of weeds.