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| - I have been to Point State Park in Pittsburgh several times over the various years. This past visit I was pleasantly surprised that the Block House was opened and the fountain in the park was going in full force. This was the first time that I was able to actually see the fountain flowing freely and it was so gorgeous. It definitely made for a wonderful photo opportunity, especially with the river so wide in the background and the Heinz Football Stadium in all its NFL glory in the sunlight.
I also was able to go into the Block House for the first time as well, which was FREE and very nice to visit. It also serves as a Gift Shop and has some literature about the history of the building including photographs and history about the park and Fort.
I was able to get some wonderful photos of my daughter, Noel and her boyfriend, Adam, plus sneak a few of my hubby in the background without him noticing. The flowers in the park were very lovely so of course I had to take a few snapshots of them as well.
Just a little north of the fountain, in the grass or yard area, there is an outline of the original Fort Pitt in the cement stone. In the center of the Fort outline is a seal incased in stone as well. My daughter and Adam was walking over it before they realized what it actually was. I stepped to the side and could tell it was the Fort outline based on the four points that jetted out in each corner. This was a nice treat but there should have been some signage so people could realize what they are walking over and around. History buffs like myself, tend to notice things like this but others who are interested or could be interested might and probably do...they just pass right over it.
Another great thing about this park...it is FREE !!!
There is a nice river walk area paved along the river with benches for resting. This is a great location to enjoy the river and the scenery on the opposite banks. It allows great views of the incline on the other side of the river. I will definitely visit this park againe when I am in the area. I highly recommend anyone living in the area or visiting Pittsburgh to visit the park..a great location and a great time to be had by all.
There is also a museum on site. It cost $7 per adult to visit the museum and see all the historical photos and read all the information about the area and Fort Pitt that once stood on this location. There is also a gift shop and bathrooms in the museum building.
The ONLY NEGATIVE thing that I can comment on this lovely park, it has NO FREE PARKING available. You are at the mercy of paid parking either at a lot close by or a meter. If you ride the subway, there is a subway stop close by within walking distance for your convenience.
I highly recommend going to this park, but again it is my personal opinion that is worth the visit. I am definitely going again when I in the vicinity.
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