a newly renovated pond, over three miles of walking / hiking trails, an amphitheater, play equipment, ball fields, basketball courts and pavilions. Visit the website for more information.
Robin Hill Park Address: 949 Thorn Run Road, Moon Township Contact: moonparks. org, or 412.262.1703
Don’ t miss a chance to welcome spring at one of the most charming parks in Allegheny County! Take a walk on 2½ miles of natural landscaped walking trails with views of the former Nimick Mansion, built in the early 1920s and now Robin Hill Center. Get inspired by the new spring plantings of the herb garden, or check out the authentic 1800s log home on site and more. Later in the season, take advantage of the concerts in the park. Visit the website for more information.
Shouse Park Address: 1391 McCutcheon Way, Crescent Township Contact: crescenttownship. com, or 724.457.8100
Shouse Park is located along the Ohio River, nestled in the township, and offers play areas, a ball field, and three large pavilions. The pavilions are a wonderful place to hold a birthday party, shower, work event, family reunion, scouting event or any other gathering that would enjoy the outdoor feel. Each pavilion has electricity, water, a charcoal grill and eight to 10 covered picnic tables. This park is truly one of Allegheny County’ s best-kept secrets. Visit the website for more information.
IN West Allegheny
Clinton Community Park Address: 86 Clinton Park Drive, Imperial Contact: findlay. pa. us, or 724.695.0500
Get fit this spring by taking advantage of the fun and challenging fitness stations and trails at this park. Also included is the fun Rainbow’ s End Memorial Playground for kids, a“ tot lot” for your little ones, a ball field and multi-use court with lighting for evening play( check website for additional fees for this service on the ball field), a pavilion for picnics and more. Visit the website for more information.
Donaldson Park Address: 600 Donaldson Road, Oakdale Contact: north-fayette. com / departments / recreation or 724.307.3725
After being indoors all winter, take your furry friend for some fresh air and exercise at the dog park at Donaldson Park this spring. It also includes a new community center with countless activities, ball fields, basketball and tennis courts, playgrounds, an amphitheater, handicapped accessible picnic areas, trails and much more. Visit the website for more information.
Leopold Lake Park Address: 800 Route 30, Imperial Contact: findlay. pa. us, or 724.695.0500
Take an early evening hike this spring and catch a spectacular sunset on the hill above the pavilion at this park. Or take in some fishing at the 1-acre recreation lake( no boats or swimming). Other amenities include ball fields, a skatepark, picnic areas that are ADA accessible, a basketball court, a playground and more. Visit the website for more information.
Raccoon State Park Address: 3000 State Route 18, Hookstown Contact: dcnr. state. pa, or 724.899.2200
Love mountain biking? A spring 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.
Settlers Cabin Park Address: 1225 Greer Road, Oakdale Contact: alleghenycounty. us, or 412.787.2750
Welcome spring with a hike on 4.45 miles of trail in The Wildflower Reserve at this park! The 314-acre tract, originally purchased in 1962 by the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, contains one of the most biodiverse and unique stands of wildflowers in Pennsylvania. Over 700 species of plants can be found along the five miles of trails, which lead the visitor through a variety of habitats from oak-hickory forest to pine plantations and from meadows to floodplain forest. Visit the website for more information. n
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