Point State Park - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Address:101 Commonwealth Pl.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Spread across 36 acres, Point State Park is the only large downtown park in Pittsburgh. It houses the remains of two of the oldest structures in the city, Fort Pitt and Fort Duquesne, and commemorates the heritage of the French and Indian War, making it a great stop for history buffs. The most interesting feature, though, may be the 150-foot fountain that sits at the head of the Ohio River and draws water from an underground glacial river. Located at the confluence of the city's three rivers, this park is a prime recreation spot for Pitt residents, and is the site of the Three Rivers Art Festival and Three Rivers Regatta. All in all, Point is an interesting and worthwhile stop on your park-hopping adventure.

Visitors walk along paved promenades on the riverfront and to overlooks for dramatic views of Pittsburgh, its busy waterways, scenic hillsides and many bridges. Natural landscaping and a 150-foot tall fountain enhance the beauty of this unique park at the "Forks of the Ohio." A stepped wall or stone bleacher along the Allegheny River section of the park provides seating for outdoor events. A bike and in-line skate route through Point State Park connects the North Shore Trail, the South Side Trail, and the Eliza Furnace Trail via bicycle routes through the city of Pittsburgh. The Fort Pitt Museum, the Fort Pitt Blockhouse and many plaques interpret the history and significance of the area. Point State Park is operated by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of State Parks. The park is managed and maintained by the City of Pittsburgh under a reimbursable arrangement.