IN CARLYNTON- MONTOUR
Hilltop Park
Cherry Hill Road , Presto ; 412.279.2525 , or colliertownship . net
Recharge after work by taking a relaxing hike through 55 acres of municipal meadowlands ! The path “ provides captivating vistas with natural wildflowers and beautiful rolling hills immersed in a serene environment .” Visit the website for more details .
Kane Woods Nature Area
Whiskey Point Trailhead , 1461 Scrubgrass Road , and Scrubgrass Run Trailhead , 1459 Scrubgrass Road , Scott Township ; scottconservancy . org
Discover new flora and fauna on a spring hike ! The conservancy includes 2 miles of wooded trails on 42 acres of the 72-acre nature area . For volunteer opportunities , visit the website for more information .
Neville ’ s Woods Conservation Area
Hilltop Road , Collier Township ; 412.279.2525 , or colliertownship . net
Take a peaceful hike through this quiet 42.5-acre forest , which features majestic oak trees and mixed hardwoods . View 120-ft . trees that are 2 ft . in diameter as you make your way past Robinson Run , a major tributary of Chartiers Creek . Visit the website for more details .
Pittsburgh Botanic Garden ’ s Woodlands
799 Pinkerton Run Road , Oakdale ; 412.444.4464 , or pittsburghbotanicgarden . org
The Woodlands contains 60 acres with 3 miles of trails designed to “ inspire people to grow through immersion in a world of natural outdoor wonder , nourishing mind , body and spirit .” Visit the website for more information .
Settlers Cabin Park
1225 Greer Road , Oakdale ; 412.787.2750 , or alleghenycounty . us / parks
Ready to dust off the mountain bike ? Don ’ t forget your helmet and try the 1.7‐mile blue loop trail that starts behind the tennis courts . This 1,610-acre county park is located in Collier , North Fayette and Robinson townships . Visit the website for trail maps .
Want to learn more about helping preserve the park trails , or find out about great hiking and biking events ? Visit the Trail Pittsburgh website at trailpittsburgh . org .
IN MOON
Beginning Access Point to the Montour Trail
Montour Road , Moon Township ; montourtrail . org
See how far your hiking or biking adventure will take you ... start at the beginning of the Montour Trail ! This multi-use , non-motorized rail‐trail extends 47 miles from Moon to Clairton . Enjoy scenic wooded natural areas , historical sites and small towns along the trail . Visit the website for directions and for more information .
Montour Woods Conservation Area
1901 Hassam Road , Moon Township ; 412.264.1188 , or hollowoak . org
Rejuvenate your spirit with a hike or mountain bike ride over 10 miles of lush , wooded trails ! Visit the website for more information on this 260-acre conservation area and opportunities to help keep the property maintained .
Moon Park
1350 Joe DeNardo Way ( Ewing Road ), Moon Township ; 412.262.1703 , or moonparks . org
Take a spring hike close by ! Enjoy this 300-acre park featuring a newly renovated pond with more than 3 miles of walking and hiking trails . Visit the website for more information .
Raccoon Creek State Park
3000 State Route 18 , Hookstown ; 724.899.2200 , or dcnr . state . pa . us
Adventure awaits you at this 7,572‐acre park featuring the beautiful 101-acre Raccoon Lake . Just a short drive away , the park not only has 17 miles of mountain biking trails , but also 44 miles of hiking trails . Visit the website for more information .
Robin Hill Park
949 Thorn Run Road , Moon Township ; 412.262.1703 , or moonparks . org
A hike at Robin Hill is sure to inspire you this spring ! Enjoy 2.5 miles of walking trails with views of a Georgianstyle mansion , carriage house , 1800s log home , herb garden and natural landscape . Visit the website for more details .
IN WEST ALLEGHENY
Clinton Community Park
1355 Route 30 , Clinton ; 724.695.0500 , or findlaytwp . org
Eagle trail , Owls ’ Nest trail , Mourning Dove trail , or the Crows ’ Nest trail are perfect for birdwatching or a nature hike at this picturesque , 57-acre park . Visit the website for more information .
Donaldson Community Park
North Branch Road , North Fayette Township ; 412.788.4888 , or north-fayette . com
After a long winter , step outside with your dog for a spring hike at this spacious park featuring a hiking trail through rolling hills . For more information , visit the website .
Hillman State Park
Haul Road , Burgettstown ; 724.899.2200 , or dcnr . state . pa . us
For some thrills on a mountain bike , or just a quiet walk , this pristine 3,600‐acre state park is just a short drive away . Featuring more than 30 miles of single-track trails that are maintained by volunteers each year , the park is a great choice for an afternoon of fun . Try the 5.3‐mile Bavington trail . Call , or visit the website for trail availability during hunting season and for trail maps .
Want to learn more about preserving the park ’ s trails ? Visit the Trail Pittsburgh website at trailpittsburgh . org .
Panhandle Trail at Gregg Station
Gregg Station Road , Oakdale ; panhandletrail . org
This non-motorized rail-trail for biking and hiking extends 29 miles from Walkers Mill to near Weirton , West Virginia . Start your springtime adventure at this 2.4-mile mark of the trail . You ’ ll enjoy the sound of babbling brooks , spring wildflowers and blossoming trees . Visit the website for more details . ■
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