State Parks Near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
19 state park units lie within 50 miles of Pittsburgh, including 3 parks across the line in West Virginia and Ohio. The closest is Point State Park, about 2 mi west of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Point State Park2 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 4of 19 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 119 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 6pets allowed
State parks near Pittsburgh, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Pittsburgh; driving distance is usually longer.
Point State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, fishing, and hiking. The official site lists about 141 miles of trails. Water access includes a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Point State Park →Allegheny Islands State Park
The park supports hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and fishing. On the water side, there is a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and group camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Allegheny Islands State Park →Hillman State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, mountain biking, hunting in season, fishing, and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Hillman State Park →Raccoon Creek State Park
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Raccoon Creek State Park →Keystone State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and swimming. The official site lists about 8 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Keystone State Park →Tomlinson Run State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, historic sites, boating, swimming, and biking. Camping is available: 55 campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups and tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Tomlinson Run State Park →Moraine State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, golf, and horseback riding. Its trail network totals roughly 29.2 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Moraine State Park →McConnells Mill State Park
Things to do include rock climbing, hunting in season, boating, fishing, and picnicking. Its trail network totals roughly 11.2 miles, according to the park. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for McConnells Mill State Park →Beaver Creek State Park
On the water side, there is a boat ramp. Overnight options include 3 camping areas, with tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Beaver Creek State Park →Jennings Environmental Education Center
Things to do include cross-country skiing, winter sports, picnicking, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 5 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Jennings Environmental Education Center →Jefferson Lake State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Jefferson Lake State Park →Linn Run State Park
Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, horseback riding, winter sports, and hunting in season. Its trail network totals roughly 25 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Linn Run State Park →Ryerson Station State Park
Things to do include snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, and swimming. Its trail network totals roughly 13 miles, according to the park. On the water side, there is a swimming pool.
Hours, fees and rules for Ryerson Station State Park →Laurel Caverns State Park
Visitors come for picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Laurel Caverns State Park →Ohiopyle State Park
Popular activities here are rock climbing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Its trail network totals roughly 79 miles, according to the park. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Ohiopyle State Park →Kooser State Park
Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, fishing, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 1.5 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Kooser State Park →Laurel Summit State Park
Things to do include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, mountain biking, horseback riding, and winter sports.
Hours, fees and rules for Laurel Summit State Park →Laurel Mountain State Park
Things to do include winter sports.
Hours, fees and rules for Laurel Mountain State Park →Laurel Hill State Park
Things to do include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, mountain biking, winter sports, and hunting in season. Its trail network totals roughly 15 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Laurel Hill State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Pittsburgh
- Allegheny Islands State Park 11 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Raccoon Creek State Park 24 mi west · 177 campsites
- Keystone State Park 31 mi east · 100 campsites
- Tomlinson Run State Park 32 mi west · 55 campsites
- Moraine State Park 35 mi north · Campground listed
+ 6 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Pittsburgh
- Raccoon Creek State Park 24 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Keystone State Park 31 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Tomlinson Run State Park 32 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Moraine State Park 35 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Linn Run State Park 45 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 4 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Pittsburgh
- Raccoon Creek State Park 24 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Keystone State Park 31 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Moraine State Park 35 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Ryerson Station State Park 46 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Ohiopyle State Park 47 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 1 more in the list above
Swimming near Pittsburgh
- Raccoon Creek State Park 24 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Keystone State Park 31 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Tomlinson Run State Park 32 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Moraine State Park 35 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Jefferson Lake State Park 44 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 2 more in the list above
Hiking near Pittsburgh
- Point State Park 2 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Hillman State Park 23 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Raccoon Creek State Park 24 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Keystone State Park 31 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Tomlinson Run State Park 32 mi west · Hiking trails listed
+ 9 more in the list above
Fishing near Pittsburgh
- Point State Park 2 mi west · Fishing listed
- Allegheny Islands State Park 11 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Hillman State Park 23 mi west · Fishing listed
- Raccoon Creek State Park 24 mi west · Fishing listed
- Keystone State Park 31 mi east · Fishing listed
+ 8 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Pittsburgh
What is the closest state park to Pittsburgh?
Point State Park is the closest, about 2 miles west of Pittsburgh in a straight line. Next are Allegheny Islands State Park and Hillman State Park.
How many state parks are near Pittsburgh?
19 state park units are within 50 miles, and 4 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Pittsburgh have camping?
11 parks list camping, the nearest being Allegheny Islands State Park, Raccoon Creek State Park and Keystone State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Pittsburgh?
Yes, at 6 parks, including Raccoon Creek State Park, Keystone State Park and Moraine State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Pittsburgh?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near West Mifflin, PA7 mi southeast
- Near Bethel Park, PA9 mi south
- Near Monroeville, PA11 mi east
- Near Murrysville, PA17 mi east
- Near New Castle, PA43 mi northwest
- Near Wheeling, WV46 mi southwest
- Near Morgantown, WV55 mi south
- Near Salem, OH56 mi northwest
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.