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Three Rivers Heritage Trail - Downtown

The downtown portion of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail, in Pittsburgh, runs from the Strip District, through Point State Park, and along the Monongahela River before finally turning up into Frick Park.

This trail gives you views of the Allegheny, Ohio, and Monongahela Rivers, Pittsburgh's bridges, Heinz Stadium, PNC Field, and views of downtown. If you're visiting the city and have some time to kill, this trail is well worth a visit.

To continue on this trail heading north, check out the Strip District section of the TRHT. To continue on the TRHT heading south along the Monongahela River, check out the Eliza Furnace Trail.

Parking: Parking can be found at parking garages downtown or along the streets where metered parking is available.
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Know Before You Go

  • The Three Rivers Heritage Trail in downtown Pittsburgh offers a 3-mile scenic route showcasing the city's rivers, bridges, and landmarks.
  • The trail connects the Strip District to Point State Park and extends along the Monongahela River towards Frick Park, providing access to other trail sections.
  • Downtown parking garages and metered street parking are available for trail access.
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Distance
3.0 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
1.5 hrs
Elev. Gain
88'
Rating
0.0
Added
July 09, 2017
Updated
January 23, 2020

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Total Change
17'
Ascent
88'
Descent
92'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs
Biking

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    40.441225, -80.006297
  2. Main Trailhead

    40.445729, -79.998742

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

Summer

Surface type

Universal Access

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3.0 miles / 4.8 km
July 09, 2017
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