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Memorial Trail

The Memorial Trail at Highland Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is an easy 0.2 mile one-way trail that passes along the west side of the park over to the memorial overlook.

In the Fall there are views of the hills surrounding the Allegheny River. Dogs and biking are both allowed on this trail.

Parking can be found anywhere along Reservoir Drive at Highland Park near the trail.
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Know Before You Go

  • The Memorial Trail is a short, easy 0.2-mile trail in Pittsburgh's Highland Park.
  • The trail offers fall views of the hills surrounding the Allegheny River from a memorial overlook.
  • Dogs and bikes are permitted, and parking is available along Reservoir Drive near the trail entrance.
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Distance
0.2 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
One-Way
Est. Time
6 min
Elev. Gain
38'
Rating
0.0
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June 14, 2016
Updated
April 03, 2019

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Total Change
56'
Ascent
38'
Descent
24'

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Hazards

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Availability

All seasons

Surface type

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