IN Cranberry
Cranberry Township Community Park Address : 111 Ernie Mashuda Drive , Cranberry Township Contact : cranberrytownship . org , or 724.779.4 FUN ( 4386 )
Whether you want to get your dog out for some exercise at the Rotary Dog Park , play with your kids at the Kids Castle playground , or compete on the many athletic fields , sand volleyball courts , and more , this park has it all for every age group this spring . Visit the website for all of the park ’ s amenities .
EDCO Community Park and Pool Address : 154 West Main Street , Evans City Contact : evanscity . us , or edcopark . com
Take your family to this fun neighborhood park this spring ! Participate in one of the fun community events , or visit the playground , basketball court , volleyball court , horseshoes , tetherball , and shuffleboard areas for some exercise . Also featured are the pool and pavilion rentals for BBQs / events . Visit the website for more information and for ways to donate and volunteer .
Moraine State Park Address : 225 Pleasant Valley Road , Portersville Contact : dcnr . state . pa . us / stateparks , or 724.368.8811
A feast for the all the senses , this 16,725-acre park has 1,750 square feet of beach , 71 miles of trails and 42 miles of shoreline . It ’ s a perfect choice for hiking , biking , boating , or just enjoying the beauty of the sparkling Lake Arthur , or a picnic at one of the park ’ s 705 picnic tables . Also available are many family fun activities listed on the website .
Zelienople Community Park Address : South Division Street , Zelienople Contact : myzeliepark . org , or 724.452.0231
Outdoor fun close by ! This park is the venue for many spring events including live music at the amphitheater starting in mid to late May . Also featured is a swimming pool with facilities , six ball fields , three tennis courts , two basketball courts , seven picnic shelters , a beautiful playground , a walking trail and much more . Visit the website for more information on events and for ways to donate and volunteer .
IN Fox Chapel Area
Aspinwall Riverfront Park Address : 285 River Avenue , Aspinwall Contact : aspinwallriverfrontpark . org
This unique 10-acre park packs a big punch with its amenities . Set along the beautiful Allegheny River , enjoy a jog or walk on the park ’ s flat quarter-mile walking trail , marvel at the native gardens , or watch the kids play on the artiest playground around . Visit the website for more information on all of the park ’ s spring activities .
Emmerling Community Park Address : Cove Run Road , Cheswick Contact : indianatownship . com , or 412.767.5333
Take a spring hike at beautiful Emmerling Community Park ! This 59-acre park features a walking trail that follows Little Deer Creek . Get inspired by the new buds on the trees in the arboretum area , or sit at a park bench and enjoy some outdoor reading . Also included are three picnic pavilions , three playing fields , two playground structures and more . Visit the website for more information .
Squaw Valley Park Address : 330 Fox Chapel Road , O ’ Hara Township Contact : ohara . pa . us / parks . asp , or 412.782.1400
A lovely park for families to discover spring ! It is the township ’ s most popular park , featuring a gazebo , two picnic shelters with electric and water , restrooms , two ball fields , two tennis courts , two playgrounds , a sand volleyball court , hiking trails and the pond with its beautiful fountain . Visit the website for more information .
IN Hampton
Hampton Community Park Address : 3101 McCully Road , Allison Park Contact : hampton-pa . org , or 412.486.0400
Take advantage of this spectacular 195-acre park that has everything for spring fun ! Pack a lunch to take to one of the picnic pavilions , or play with your kids on the playgrounds . Enjoy tennis , street hockey , basketball , baseball and soccer at the many fields , or take a spring hike on trails . Also featured is a spectacular outdoor pool complex for later in the season . Visit the website for more information .
Hartwood Acres Address : 200 Hartwood Acres , Hampton and Indiana townships Contact : alleghenycounty . us / parks , or 412.767.9200
A jewel of the Allegheny Parks system , this is the perfect place to welcome spring . Set on 629 picturesque acres , the park features mansion tours , teas , an off-leash dog area , and walking , hiking and bridle trails . Visit the website for a listing of events , including free concerts at the park ’ s amphitheater starting in June .
IN Mars Area
Adams Township Community Park Address : 698 Valencia Road , Mars Contact : adamstwp . org
Walk or jog this spring on a 1.3-mile walking trail through the green , lush hills at this picturesque park . Not your thing ? Play sand volleyball , basketball , or baseball . Families can enjoy the playground , or take part in a picnic at one of the four pavilions that also can be rented for events . Visit the website for more information .
Middlesex Township Community Park Address : 133 Browns Hill Road , Valencia Contact : middlesextownship . org , or 724.898.3571
This 21-acre park , located behind the Township Municipal Building , includes a half-mile walking trail around a natural wildflower field . Also included are baseball fields , soccer fields , tennis courts , basketball courts , picnic areas , playground equipment , and a pavilion / gazebo that can be scheduled for family reunions or company picnics . Visit the website for more information .
IN North Allegheny
Blueberry Hill Park Address : 1604 Blaine ’ s Way , Sewickley Contact : franklinparkborough . us
Do you love beach volleyball but can ’ t afford a tropical vacation ? This park offers two beautiful sand volleyball courts for every skill level ranging from beginner to expert . Stretching over 80 acres in the heart of Franklin Park , it includes recreation programs at the activity center , ball fields , three playgrounds and more . Visit the website for more information .
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