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Blacklick Valley Natural Area
Used by the early Native Americans for transportation, Blacklick Valley Nature Area is now a popular recreation area in Dilltown. Spend the day hiking, or cross-country skiing in the winter, on the trails, and observing the numerous animal and birds that live in the park.
Address: McFeaters Rd. Dilltown PA USA 15929
 Send an Email  1 724 463-8636
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Koenig Field
Koenig Field is Edgewood's largest park, containing two baseball fields, two tennis courts, several basketball courts, a running track and a playground for children, including a section for tots. Visitors will find pubic restrooms on the park grounds.
Address: 401 Greendale Edgewood PA USA 15218
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White Oak Park
Visitors of White Oak Park can often find flowers unique to this area, as well as trees, picnic areas and trails. A rabbit farm, wedding garden and off-leash dog areas are also found inside the park.
Address: 3 Muse Lane White Oak PA USA 15131
1 412 678-3774
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Forbes State Forest
Found along Laurel Ridge in southern Pennsylvania sits Forbes State Forest. Set on 50,000 acres, the forest spans across Fayette, Somerset and Westmoreland counties and supports a number of activities, such as swimming, picnicking, hiking, camping and animal watching.
Address: . . PA USA 15655
1 724 238-1200
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Riverfront Park Charleroi
Riverview Park in Charleroi is located alongside the Monongahela River. Plenty of green space is available in the park, including picnic spots and playground equipment.
Address: 8th Street and Bossun Way Charleroi PA USA 15022
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Point State Park
Found at the convergence point of the Monongahela, Allegheny and Ohio rivers, Point State Park has grown from a dirty industrial wasteland to a state recognized recreation area. Set on 36 acres, the park boasts a 150-ft (46-m) tall fountain, the Fort Pitt Museum, the Fort Pitt Blockhouse, the Music Bastion and a series of monuments, as well as picnic areas and green spaces. Many community events are held at the park.
Address: 101 Commonwealth Place Pittsburgh PA USA 15222
Send an Email 1 412 471-0235
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Heritage Hill Park
A number of recreational amenities are available at White Oak's Heritage Hill Park, including a hockey rink, an outdoor swimming pool and a playground. The rink is open daily from 12 pm to dusk and balls can be rented from the pool concession stand.
Address: 169 Victoria Dr White Oak PA USA 15131
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Boyce Park Nature Center
Boyce Park Nature Center is a county-run recreation area, offering a number of facilities. On the 1,100-acre grounds are tennis courts, a wave pool, skiing and snowboarding areas, picnic shelters, model airplane spots and several interpretive centers.
Address: 675 Frankstown Rd. Pittsburgh PA USA 15239
1 724 733-4618
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Laurel Summit State Park
Primarily used as a picnic area, Laurel Summit State Park offers a number of picnic tables, a group pavilion, water facilities and restrooms. Located 2,739 ft (835 m) above sea level, the park tends to be a bit cooler than the nearby communities of Jennerstown, Laurel Mountain and Ligonier.
Address: . . PA USA 15677
Send an Email 1 724 238-6623
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Moraine State Park
Once devastated by oil and coal extractions, Moraine State Park was transformed into a 16,000-acre playground for all ages. Recreational facilities include a sandy beach for swimming; Lake Arthur for fishing, boating and windsurfing; nearly 30 mi (48 km) of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding; and designated camping sites, as well as a number of winter activities. A bike rental shop, a marina and a seasonal concession stand are also found in the park.
Address: 225 Pleasant Valley Rd. Portersville PA USA 16051
Send an Email (2) 1 724 368-8811
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Allegheny Riverfront Park
Allegheny Riverfront Park spans the northern boundary of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. It runs along the Allegheny River from the Ninth Street Pier to Fort Duquesne Bridge. Inside the park visitors will find an array of pathways, scenic views and picnic areas.
Address: . Pittsburgh PA USA 15222
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Avon Park
Filled with playground equipment and walking trails, Avon Park is an ideal destinations for families. For those wanting to play some sports, basketball and tennis courts are on site.
Address: 43 Perrysville Road Ben Avon PA USA
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Pine Ridge Park
A natural area, Pine Ridge Park supports a number of activities, including trails that wind through the forest to the steams and scenic view areas. There is a pond on the grounds that allows for catch-and-release fishing. On the south side of the park is the Pine Lodge, a building that can be rented out for meetings, receptions and other gatherings.
Address: 782 Snyder Ln Blairsville PA USA 15717
1 724 459-6657
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Raccoon Creek State Park
101-acre lake is the focal piece of the Raccoon Creek State Park near Hookstown. Situated on 7,572 acres of land, the area boasts numerous hiking tails, camping sites and picnic tables, as well as plenty of undeveloped spots to explore. Raccoon Lake also supports a number of activities, including excellent fishing and swimming at the sandy beach. In the winter, visitors can ice fish, skate, sled and cross-country ski.
Address: 3000 State Route 18 Hookstown PA USA 15050
Send an Email 1 724 899-2200
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Kooser State Park
Kooser State Park is located in the Laurel Highlands and is open year-round to the public. The area boasts 250 acres of forest, a trout stream that runs across the entire park, cabins and camping sites, trails for hiking and cross-country skiing and a swimming beach.
Address: 943 Glades Pike Somerset PA USA 15501
Send an Email 1 814 445-8673
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Dormont Park
Located in the southern borough's of Pittsburgh, Dormont Park features a number of recreational amenities. Kids of all ages can climb on the playground equipment, play a game of baseball on the diamonds or throw some horseshoes. Also found in the park are tennis and basketball courts, a street hockey area, walking trails and picnic pavilions.
Address: McFarland Rd and Dwight Ave Dormont PA USA 15216
1 412 561-8900
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Laurel Mountain State Park
Laurel Mountain State Park is located in between Ligonier and Jennerstown in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Frequented by skiers and snowboarders, the 3,000 ft (914 m) mountain is home to the the Springs at Laurel Mountain, one of the first ski areas in Pennsylvania. The hill is open from December to March and contains a retail shop and a food area.
Address: . . PA USA 15677
Send an Email 1 724 238-6623
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Todd Sanctuary
Todd Sanctuary features both guided and self-guided hikes through its 176-acre nature preserve near Buffalo. Managed by the Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania, the park allows visitors to use its five trails, the longest running 2 mi (3.2 km) in length. The area is closed during hunting season, which lasts about 2 weeks from the end of November to the middle of December.
Address: Kepple Rd Sarver PA USA
1 412 963-6100
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Bellevue Memorial Park
Bellevue Memorial Park contains a variety of indoor and outdoor recreation areas, including a health and fitness trail that incorporates exercise stations along the pathway, a playground, an outdoor swimming pool, sports fields and tennis courts. Abundant trees and green spaces are found throughout the park, giving visitors plenty of rooms to picnic.
Address: 2 Bellevue Rd. Bellevue PA USA
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Tunnelview Historic Site
Tunnelview Historic Site is found in Indiana and contains a 900 ft (275 m) section of the Pennsylvania Mainline Canal. These remains are found near the Conemaugh Dam and explain the area's transportation heritage. Also on the site is a park which offers a pavilion, a canoe launch to the Conemaugh River and other recreational facilities.
Address: 1128 Blue Spruce Rd. Indiana PA USA 15701
1 724 459-7240
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Independence Marsh Environmental Center
Independence Marsh Environmental Center educates people about Pennsylvania's wetlands and marshes through a number of functions. The marsh itself is encompasses 79 aces of land, inlcuding 18 acres of marsh area, and is open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Address: Cowpath Rd. Aliquippa PA USA 15010
Send an Email 1 724 378-1701
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Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden
Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden takes people into ancient Israel with its garden, which is filled with more than 100 tropical plants, streams, waterfalls and desert area. Biblical plants are featured inside, with verses accompanying each one. Open for June to September, the garden has a theme running through each season that can be explored through the guided tours, lectures, exhibits and programs.
Address: 4905 Fifth Ave. Pittsburgh PA USA 15213
Send an Email 1 412 621-6566
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Keystone State Park
Keystone State Park in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania has multiple uses, including camping, swimming, boating, ice-fishing, sledding and much more. On-site are 11 cabins which are available for rent all year-round. Picnic areas and hiking trails are scattered throughout the grounds and there is also a swimming beach with a nearby concession stand that provides hot and cold foods from late-May to early September.
Address: 1150 Keystone State Park Rd Derry PA USA 15627
Send an Email 1 724 668-2939
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McConnells Mill State Park
McConnell's Mill State Park boasts Class II to Class IV rapids for rafting, rock climbing areas and fishing spots. Visitors are asked to use caution in the park, as the water is very treacherous and the terrain is steep and rocky. Hiking, hunting and picnicking are also welcomed activities, and a restored gristmill is open for tours from late May until early September from 10:30am to 5:30pm.
Address: Armstrong Rd. Portersville PA USA 16051
1 724 368-8811
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McLaughlin Run Park
McLaughlin Run Park contains a variety of picnic areas, a playground and sports courts. A pavilion is on the property for groups to rent and there are plenty of green areas to accommodate visitors.
Address: 820 McLaughlin Run Rd Bridgeville PA USA 15017
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