pittsburgh outdoors

Look beyond the city to find wide-open beaches at state parks. This is one of several on the big lake at Pymatuning.

Pittsburgh Area Swimming Holes and Swimming Pools (Tues., 8/8/23)

Pittsburgh area beaches and pools

Kayakers enjoying the Regatta at Lake Arthur.

Pink and Brandi Carlile in Concert at PNC Park; Moraine State Park Regatta (Sat., 8/5/23)

Pink and Brandi Carlile, Moraine State Park Regatta, Pittsburgh VegFest

Tiki Boats on the Three Rivers (Tues., 8/1/23)

Cruisin’ Tikis Pittsburgh

Summer in Pittsburgh offers plenty of flow with which to go.

Kayaking, Hiking, Biking and More at Venture Outdoors (Mon., 7/31/23)

Venture Outdoors

Final OpenStreetsPGH of the Season (Sun., 7/30/23)

OpenStreetsPGH

Watercraft Fun at Hazelbakers in Perryopolis and Laurel Hill State Park (Mon., 7/24/23)

Hazelbakers River Trips

August is a great month for strolling the tree lined streets of Shadyside and enjoying the fine arts and crafts during the Art Festival on Walnut. (Photo: Rick Handler)

Summer Guide (Mid to Late Season) 2023: Festivals, Fairs, and Fun Activities

Summertime is a fun time in Pittsburgh with many festivals, events, and activities.

at four stages of a deft ride down the falls at Ohiopyle State Park—which also offers many outdoor thrills for visitors who aren't kayak ninjas. (Photo: 'Wwkayaker22' via Wikipedia)

Ohiopyle, Fallingwater, and Kentuck Knob Activities and Attractions (Sun., 7/16/23)

Ohiopyle State Park and Area Attractions

Steel City Jet Skiing Fun On the Three Rivers (Tues., 7/11/23)

Steel City Jet Skis

Tubing on the beautiful Clarion River is a fun way to spend a summer day. (photo: Rachel Francioni)

Clarion River Tubing (Sun., 7/9/23)

Tubing on the Clarion River

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