Fern Hollow Nature Center
1901 Glen Mitchell Road, Sewickley For more info: fhnc. org
Located on roughly 33 acres of land in the borough of Sewickley Heights, this nature center functions as the gateway to the region’ s vast park and creek system. The grounds are open from dawn to dusk. Learn, explore, and discover.
Hartwood Acres Park
200 Hartwood Acres, Hampton / Indiana Townships For more info: alleghenycounty. us
Cross-country ski, hike or snowshoe on 29 miles of beautiful trails with breathtaking views of this scenic setting.
Irwin Run Conservation Area
Jackson and Irwin Roads, Gibsonia For more info: alleghenylandtrust. org
Enjoy the outdoors at the Irwin Run Conservation Area. Part of the Allegheny Land Trust, the 73-acre protected property was formerly an abandoned railroad and is adjacent to North Park.
Knob Hill Community Park
415 Knob Road, Wexford For more info: twp. marshall. pa. us
Take a walk on one of several walking trails or have some winter fun on the sledding hill in Knob Hill Community Park.
Moraine State Park
225 Pleasant Valley Road, Portersville For more info: dcnr. state. pa. us
Moraine State Park transforms into a winter wonderland each year, offering a plethora of activities such as ice boating, ice fishing, ice skating, cross-country skiing, sled riding, snowmobiling and hiking.
North Boundary Park
1171 North Boundary Road, Cranberry Township For more info: cranberrytownship. org
Get some exercise in the brisk winter air on the walking trails in North Boundary Park.
North Park Skating Rink
1101 Pearce Mill Road, Allison Park For more info: alleghenycounty. us
Take the whole family and enjoy ice skating lessons, open skate or even an ice skating show while surrounded by the stunning winter scenery of North Park.
Pine Park
100 Pine Park Drive, Wexford For more info: twp. pine. pa. us
Pine Park offers residents some winter amenities to enjoy such as nature and hiking trails as well as an ice rink.
Succop Nature Park
185 West Airport Road, Butler For more info: aswp. org
Join a naturalist for a nature walk and some birding at Succop Nature Park. Check the website for dates and times.
Winterfest at Moraine State Park
When: Jan. 31 Where: McDanels Launch, 118 North Shore Drive, Portersville For more info: visitbutlercounty. com
This annual celebration is a free family event that features activities for the snowy and cold months of the year. There will be demonstrations, entertainment, vendors and more. n
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