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| - I may be a South Hills girl, but that doesn't stop me from visiting the beautiful North Park periodically! If my research is correct, North Park is the largest park in Allegheny County. It definitely features the largest man-made body of water (a lake) in Allegheny County.
It may be man-made but that lake is truly beautiful. It's home to lots of wildlife, too - I've been lucky enough to spot herons and even an osprey by the water! And surrounding the lake are acres and acres of woodlands. Between the water, the trees, and the more specialized areas of the park, there is literally something here for every visitor. Hiking, fishing, kayaking, golfing, swimming, ice skating, ball games, off-leash hotspots...it's all here! Access to some activities varies by season, but there's always something to do at North Park no matter the time of year.
As others have mentioned, the park is also well maintained and marked. Visits here are meant to be fun and stress free. Between its accessibility and its many options for visitors, I highly recommend that fellow outdoor lovers check out North Park at some point!
(Pro-tip: Venture Outdoors often hosts hikes out here if you don't want to visit alone. And Kayak Pittsburgh operates a kayak rental on the gorgeous lake.)
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