Things to Do

Getting Outdoors

Without going far, you’ll find 15 miles of running, biking and in-line skating paths run through the center of the city and connect to the riverfronts. With 2,500 acres of public parks and recreation areas nearby, Pittsburgh offers many ways to enjoy the outdoors even when free time is hard to find.

Extreme experiences

Pittsburgh-LIVE article on kayaking, caving, sky-diving, mountain biking, rock climbing and white water rafting opportunities.

Venture Outdoors

Non-profit organization promoting outdoor recreation. A great place to get ideas and find group trips.

Hiking & Backpacking

Overview of numerous parks, trails and forests in the greater Pittsburgh area.

Biking and Trails

Pennsylvania has the most Rails to Trails of any state in the country. Get descriptions, maps, and trailhead information for all types of biking.

City Parks

Schenley Park, Frick Park and Mellon Park are near the universities and many more.

Explorer’s Club of Pittsburgh

Climbing, backpacking, bike touring.

Golf

The Schenley Park course is a short walk from Carnegie Mellon, so 9 holes is possible on a work day.

The Great Race

Annual 5K and 10K run by 5000 people.

Rollerblading

Description of three popular trails.

Rowing

Rowing, kayaking and dragon boating programs for individuals, schools and organizations.

Sierra Club

Environmental advocacy, biking, hiking, canoeing.

Skiing

Guide to 18 nearby ski areas including map with vertical drops and driving times.

More outdoor activities

Green Pittsburgh

greenpittsburgh.net^SM provides information on southwest Pennsylvania’s environmental, recreational, and cultural assets. An incredible range of resources covering diverse topics like outdoor activities and environmental issues.

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