Pennsylvania boasts some of the most breathtaking fall foliage in the country. So, what's a Pittsburgher to do? Fill up the gas tank and hit the road on this road trip that will take you to some of the best fall foliage in Pittsburgh (and a bit beyond). Check out the itinerary below, which promises some pretty amazing views and unique experiences, or map out the directions from your own location and choose your own adventure.
You can use this interactive map as-is or add or own stops along the way.
Plan Your Trip!
Road trip! Are there any two sweeter words in the English language? Autumn provides the ideal backdrop for a fun road trip - maybe the last hurrah before winter arrives - to see the fall foliage in Pittsburgh. Follow the road trip itinerary. Add or remove stops or simply use it as inspiration to design your own dream fall foliage road trip around Pittsburgh.
1. Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
Let someone else drive on this first stop of your fall foliage road trip. Climb aboard a cozy, old-fashioned trolley at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum during the annual Pumpkin Patch Trolley celebration. Slated for the last three weekends in October, the Pumpkin Patch Trolley promises a fun afternoon of fall activities and, of course, views of the stunning fall foliage in Washington, PA.
2. Ohiopyle State Park
Pack your hiking boots - or a pair of comfy shoes - for your visit to view the fall colors in Ohiopyle State Park. Snap photos of the fall foliage as you hike, stroll, or even bike around one of the park's many trails. Be sure to stop by Ohiopyle Falls (seen in the photo above) and Cucumber Falls, only a mile from Ohiopyle Falls, for a picture-perfect moment.
3. Fallingwater
Looking for different things to do in fall in Pittsburgh? Slow things down a bit with your next stop at Fallingwater, the masterpiece by Frank Lloyd Wright, where the home and the scenery surrounding it will likely take your breath away. Make advanced reservations for a tour of Wright's famous home or, if you want to stay outdoors, opt for a grounds pass. (Call before you head to Fallingwater to ensure ground passes are available on the day you want to go.)
4. Station Square
You've already climbed aboard an old-fashioned trolley on this whirlwind road trip, so let's make the next stop Station Square, where you'll board one of the ships of the Gateway Clipper Fleet for a delightful afternoon on the water. Offering sightseeing cruises on the water, you can snap beautiful shots of the fall foliage in Pittsburgh as you dine on a delicious meal.
5. Three Rivers Heritage Trail
Discover the fall foliage that dots the Pittsburgh landscape as you hike the Three Rivers Heritage Trail (or just part of it). The Three Rivers Heritage Trail spans 24 miles and is broken into several smaller trails, including the North Shore Trail, which is where we start this portion of the fall foliage road trip. The North Shore Trail begins at Riverfront Park in Millvale and ends on the North Shore. If you keep following the Three Rivers Heritage Trail, you'll be treated to a jaw-dropping view of Panther Hollow Lake and the Cathedral of Learning. It's the perfect place to view the fall colors in Pittsburgh.
6. Riverview Park
Pack a picnic lunch for your journey through Riverview Park. Enjoy the fall foliage in Pittsburgh as you eat or hit one of the numerous trails that wind through the park. The park also features a playground for the kiddos.
7. Frick Park
End this awesome fall foliage road trip at the largest park in Pittsburgh. Frick Park's winding trails will lead you through the beautiful peak fall foliage in Pittsburgh, which usually occurs in early to mid-October. And, if you're up for it, enjoy a game of tennis or lawn bowling. Frick Park also features a playground for the kids, the Blue Slide Park, and plenty of benches to just sit and drink in the beauty of the season.
Who's ready to hit the road on this unforgettable road trip that will take you to some of the best fall foliage in Pittsburgh? Maybe add a stop or two, at these awesome corn mazes, along the way.
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