Renziehausen Park Address : Eden Park Boulevard off Walnut Street , McKeesport Contact : mckeesport-pa . gov , or 412.664.8715
This spring , get inspired and take a walk by the McKeesport Garden Club Rose Garden and Arboretum at this 205-acre park . In 2012 the Rose Garden was named one of the Top Ten AARS Public Rose Gardens in the United States and is currently the second largest rose garden in Pennsylvania . The space also includes perennials , a water pond , herb garden and butterfly garden . Other amenities in the park include ball fields and courts , fishing , a pavilion for picnicking , a playground , natural landscaped trails for hiking and much more . Visit the website for more information .
White Oak Park Address : 3 Muse Lane , White Oak Contact : alleghenycounty . us / parks , or 412.678.3774
Getting married this spring ? This park features a wedding garden ! It also includes 810 acres of plants that exist nowhere else in the state , including trillium , wildflowers and groundcover plants . There are also trails for hiking and biking with some challenging , steep hills , a multipurpose athletic field , shelters , playgrounds , an off-leash area , bocce courts , volleyball courts , horseshoe pits , and more . Visit the website for more information .
IN Monroeville
Monroeville Dog Park Address : Heritage Park , Red Gate Drive , Monroeville Contact : monroeville . pa . us , or 412.856.1006
After being cooped up inside all winter , take your furry friend for some fun this spring at a park designed just for dogs ! Amenities include a large , fenced-in area with plenty of trees , a doggie-level water fountain ( along with tall and short human-level water fountains ) and plenty of other dogs to run and play with . There is also a doggie-bag dispenser to make it easy for the humans to clean up after their loved ones . Visit the website for more information .
Monroeville Park West Address : 2399 Tilbrook Road , Monroeville Contact : monroeville . pa . us , or 412.856.1006
Get some inspiration and ideas this spring by viewing the new plantings at the beautiful Botanical Garden at Monroeville Park West . This park also features hiking trails and paved paths for walking or jogging , pavilions for picnics , playground equipment , ball fields and courts , and more . Later in the season enjoy an outdoor concert at the Tall Trees Amphitheater . Visit the website for more information .
Sugar Camp Park Address : Wall Avenue , Pitcairn Contact : pitcairnborough . us , or 412.372.6500
Reconnect with family and friends this spring ! With two pavilions , a playground , ball courts , and a barbeque pit set in a lush , natural environment , this park provides all the amenities for a family reunion or a get-together with friends . Visit the website for more information .
IN Murrysville
Duff Park Address : 4500 School Road South , Murrysville Contact : murrysville . com , or 412.327.4100
Do you love mountain biking ? This natural 148-acre paradise was designated as a wild plant sanctuary by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and is perfect for a hike or mountain bike ride . Make a day of it after your activity and take along a picnic to enjoy at the park ’ s pavilion . Visit the website for more information .
Murrysville Community Park Address : 4056 Wiestertown Road , Murrysville Contact : murrysville . com , or 412.327.4100
So many amenities for spring ! At 305 acres , Murrysville Community Park includes sports fields , ball fields , a Miracle Field complex , a soft surface all-sports court and a two-mile Valley Hiking Trail . A dog park , “ tot lots ,” pavilions and even a picturesque pond are available to welcome spring . Visit the website for more information .
Newhouse Park Address : Newhouse Park Road , Delmont Contact : delmontboro . com , or 724.468.4422
Make a point to take a weekly outing to this family-friendly park this spring ! Play deck hockey , basketball , baseball , or take a jog on the path – just under a mile long . Bring a book to read while the kids enjoy the playground equipment , or pack a lunch and picnic at the pavilion . Later in the season , enjoy movies in the park . Visit the website for more information .
IN Norwin
Irwin Park Address : Pennsylvania Avenue and Chestnut Street , Irwin Contact : irwinborough . org , or 724.864.3100
Get fit this spring by taking advantage of the walking track , tennis court , basketball courts , deck hockey court , baseball field and more . There are also outdoor concerts at the amphitheater later in the season .
Oak Hollow Park Address : 2130 Timothy Road , North Huntingdon Contact : township . north-huntingdon . pa . us , or 724.863.3806
Teach your kids how to fish this spring ! Not only does this 127-acre park include a fishing pond , but pavilions , ball courts and fields . Playground equipment with swing sets , jungle gyms and climbing tubes , and paved trails for biking or walking are also available . Visit the website for more information .
IN Penn Hills
Penn Hills Community Park Address : 120 Colorado Street , Verona Contact : pennhills . org , or 412.795.3500
Enjoy a spring hike right in your backyard ! This park features a walking trail , borders the Dark Hollow Woods ’ trails , and contains plenty of green space for a hike . Visit the website for more information .
Riverside Park Address : Arch Street , Verona Contact : veronaborough . com , or 412.828.8080
Beautiful spring views at this charming park ! With benches situated among large shade trees overlooking a spectacular view of the Allegheny River , many individuals use the park as a quiet meditative area where they can relax . Other amenities include a picnic pavilion , a children ’ s playground , and a dual-use , full-sized tennis / basketball court . Visit the website for more information .
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