City parks in general, but Frick, Schenley, and Riverview in particular are amazing recreational…read moreassets that are unequalled in other metro areas. I was fortunate and privileged to grow up with Frick as my backyard and walked all over the place before graduating to riding mountain bikes on the trails when the sport was in its infancy. Later, I ran high school cross-country races in Schenley and trained in Frick Park. Nowadays, we enjoy the flowers, wildlife, and groomed and maintained trails. I never appreciated how unique, rare, and amazing the parks are until I moved away and it's so great to see them treated as the unique assets they truly are.

Frick Park is a dense network of interconnected trails that helps define Pittsburgh as a city of…read moreparks. I keep coming back and exploring different paths, only to realize there's always more to discover. It's one of those places where you can return again and again and still find something new, which makes it feel really special to me. The way the trails connect is one of my favorite things. Nine Mile Run flows into Deer Creek, which then connects into Tranquil Trail, creating an easy, continuous experience through the park. And thats just one corner of the park. While bathrooms are not abundant, you will occasionally find a porta potty, and there is often trash cans and benches toward the entrances and parking lots of the trail as well. Overall it's just a wonderful place to spend a sunny afternoon, and I really hope spaces like this continue to be preserved as an important part of Pittsburgh's identity and history.

Theyre undergoing some considerable renovations so for now I would say I do not recomend. The dog…read morepark seemed to be an old basketball court. I took my kids here to play Pokemon Go and it was a nice open space but for now thats pretty much it.

The Dormont dog park is a repurposed tennis court. What a great idea!!! This park has both a large…read moreand small dog play area and is just lovely tucked amongst the Dormont trees. I always love visiting in autumn when the foliage is changing colors. My dog likes to visit but gets bored really fast.

Mellon Park is perfectly situated on Fifth Avenue because when I lived in Regent Square, we would…read moreoften walk over for picnics and events being held here. When I moved to Bloomfield, we were still able to make the walk and enjoy the urban landscope in the center of two busy city neighborhoods (Shadyside & Point Breeze). There are different entrances and the park actually has space on either side of Fifth Avenue. Lots of lush greenery and gardens to walk and enjoy. Certain parts have Victorian-era England vibes.

This is a big beautiful park, perfect for a picnic or to just walk around in and admire the…read moresculptures and all the beautiful flowers, truly a charming spot nestled in the busy-ness of the city

This is an excellent park for seeing birds. It's clean and well maintained…read more They have shelters for rent at reasonable prices. When you enter the park, you will see a small pond complete with ducks and geese. There are some great hiking trails.

This park is fantastic! Plenty of animals to see and interact with. Also they have some great…read moretrails to go hiking on. The trails were clearly marked making it easy to follow. I loved exploring this place and will definitely be back.

This is my favorite place to go walking. They have plenty of different trails/paths to walk…read morethroughout the area. This park has a decent amount of pavilions, baseball field, basketball court, volleyball court, soccer field, and different play areas for the kids. On top of everything, there is plenty of parking throughout the grounds. This is one of my favorite places to get away and walk the trails while taking in the scenery.

This was a good park. The only thing is they barely had any running trails, which was a problem…read morebecause I am a runner, but other than that everything else was good. Everyone that worked there was good. I recommend this park.

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.

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

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.