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From tennis to hiking, from skiing to stargazing to swimming, from biking to birding, Allegheny County has year-round activities and programs for all to enjoy.

Activities in the Spotlight

Dek Hockey

Join leagues or play individual dek hockey games in North, Settlers Cabin, and South Parks. Clinics and rink rentals are also available.

Golf Courses

Book tee times to play at one of two USGA-ranked 18-hole, par 72 golf courses, in the Allegheny County Parks.

Special Events

View the schedule for seasonal and holiday events.

All Activities

Archery

Practice archery at North and Boyce Parks. Visitors to the range must bring their own equipment and targets.

Basketball Courts

Play solo or join friends for basketball in the Allegheny County Parks, and explore Bankshot Basketball in South Park.

Bikes, Blades, and Boards

Enjoy dek hockey, inline skating, and motocross competitions at various rinks and parks. Riders must provide and wear appropriate protective equipment; all skill levels are welcome.

Disc Golf

Deer Lakes Park features the only disc golf course in the Allegheny County Parks system, which is free and open to the public.

Dog Parks

All Allegheny County Parks are pet-friendly. Most of the Allegheny County Parks feature off-leash dog parks for free play and socialization.

Fishing

The Allegheny County Parks offers fishing in North and Deer Lakes Parks. Fishing licenses are required at all Allegheny County lakes.

Latodami Nature Programs

Latodami Nature Center provides year-round nature programs available to the public, as well as schools, scouts, and private groups.

Park Ranger Nature Programs

Park Rangers offer nature programs for the public and also for local schools and communities.

Playgrounds

Learn more about the playgrounds in all of the Allegheny County Parks. Fun for all ages and accessibility levels!

Special Interest

Discover unique activities, such as flying a remote airplanes, farm tours, and stargazing.

Spray Parks

Visit the spray parks at Deer Lakes and Round Hill Parks. Both facilities are ADA accessible, and free and open to the public.

Swimming and Wave Pools

Allegheny County features a large, historic swimming pool at North Park, and wave pools in Boyce, Settlers Cabin, and South Parks.

Tennis and Pickleball

Play traditional or platform tennis and pickleball at any of the accessible courts in the Allegheny County Parks.

Trails and Hiking

Hike on the trails and explore the natural beauty of the Allegheny County Parks. Every park has unique trails, obstacles, and vistas to explore.

Winter Sports

Explore Allegheny County in the winter with skiing and snowboarding, tubing, or ice skating at North and South Park.

Youth Sports

View the schedule for youth activities including hockey, soccer, mountain biking, and tennis.

Contact the Parks Department

Andy Grobe, Deputy Director
Melissa Swedish, Deputy Director

Allegheny County Parks
Downtown Office
542 Forbes Avenue, Room 211
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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Phone: 412-350-4636 (INFO)
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Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Contact the Parks Department

Allegheny County Parks Newsletter

Explore the Parks

Learn more about other programs and activities within the Allegheny County Parks system, including environmental and nature centers, hiking and trail preservation, and available group discounts.

More Park Programs

Accessibility in the Parks

Users of all ages and accessibility levels can enjoy parks amenities and trails that span the diverse landscape of hills, streams, and miles of natural or constructed paths for walking and hiking.

The list of accessible trails and features within the Allegheny County Parks System is continually evolving as ongoing efforts to provide inclusive amenities are integrated in all aspects of future developments.

Accessibility in the Parks