GET OUT, GET ACTIVE
A quick guide to Westmoreland County’s parks for hiking, biking, rentals and more.
GREENSBURG
Ann Rudd Saxman Nature Park
Donhoe Road, Greensburg, PA 15601; 724-830-3950.
More than 10 wooded acres following a self-guided
trail, providing nature study opportunities.
Greensburg Recreation Department
520 New Alexandria Road, Greensburg, PA 15601;
724-834-4880; greensburgpa.org.
Recreational facility that includes soccer fields,
ice arena, ball fields, aerobic center and both
indoor and outdoor pools. Kirk S. Nevin Arena
opens in September.
Pavilion rentals: $100-$200
Hempfield Township Park & Athletic Complex
220 Forbes Trail Road, Greensburg, PA 15601;
724-834-7232; hempfieldtwp.com;
Hempfield Parks and Recreation Office: 724-836-7900:
The park features a walking trail, baseball/softball
and soccer fields, pavilions, playgrounds and
more. Open to the public daily from dawn to
dusk. Pavilion reservations are from 9 a.m. to
11 p.m. All pavilions are handicapped accessible.
Athletic complex offers indoor and outdoor
activities, such as walking track, multi-purpose
athletic playing fields and fitness classes.
Athletic complex: Free for residents, $10 non-residents
Pavilion rentals: $75-$200
Field and Tennis Court: $25/hour
Peach Plaza Skate & Action Park
Georges Station Road, Greensburg, PA 15601;
724-830-3950.
Free skate park open from 9 a.m. to dusk.
Swede Hill Park
Willow Crossing Road, Greensburg, PA 15601;
724-834-7232.
The park features a baseball/softball field, soccer
fields, pavilion, playgrounds, activity center and
more. Open to the public daily from dawn to
dusk. Pavilion reservations are from 9 a.m. to 11
p.m. All pavilions are handicapped accessible.
Westmoreland County Parks & Rec.
194 Donohoe Road, Greensburg, PA 15601;
724-830-3950; co.westmoreland.pa.us/parks.
Westmoreland County Parks & Rec main office.
IRWIN
Irwin Parks and Recreation
424 Main St., Irwin, PA 15642; 724-864-3100;
irwinborough.org/parks-and-recreation.php.
Irwin Park, amphitheater, Penglyn Field.
LATROBE
Keystone State Park
1150 Keystone Park Road, Derry, PA 15627;
724-668-2939.
This 1,200–acre park is great for day-trips
and family vacations year-round. Camping,
modern cabins, many trails and a lake are
all within walking distance, providing an
ideal setting for wildlife watching or outdoor
adventures.
Latrobe — GLSD (Greater Latrobe School
District) Parks & Recreation
901 Jefferson St., 2nd Floor, Latrobe, PA 15650;
724-537-4331; latroberecreation.org.
Latrobe’s parks and recreation office.
Legion Keener Park
1658 Catherine St., Latrobe, PA 15650; 724-537-4331;
latroberecreation.org/legionkeenerpark.
A beautifully landscaped park equipped with areas
for play, grilling, swimming, walking, jogging and
bicycling.
Pavilion rentals: $30–$450
LIGONIER
Friendship Park Playground
203 Boquet St., Ligonier, PA 15658;
724-238-7560.
Newly renovated community-built playground
with tennis and basketball courts and ball fields.
P W & S Railroad Mountain Bike Trail
110 Andi Lane, Ligonier, PA 15658; 724-238-7560.
This scenic area includes 48 miles of trails for
mountain biking and cross-country skiing.
MURRYSVILLE
Bear Hollow Park
4100 Bear Hollow Park Court, Murrysville, PA 15668;
murrysville.com/parks.
The park contains two baseball fields, basketball/
hockey court and a picnic pavilion with nearby
grills.
Pavilion rentals: $50–$100
Chambers Park
2650 Chambers Park, Murrysville, PA 15668;
murrysville.com/parks.
Popular place for family reunions with a
playground designed for children, two tennis
courts, a basketball/street hockey court,
baseball/softball field and green open space
area.
Duff Park
4500 School Board, Murrysville, PA 15668;
murrysville.com/parks.
148-acre natural area with a variety of trails and
a pavilion.
Pavilion rentals $50–$100
Heritage Park
5000 Cypress Drive, Murrysville, PA 15668;
murysville.com/parks.
Playground, pavilions, basketball court, multi-use
field with goals, open field and parking.
Pavilion rentals: $50–$100
Kovalczik Park
160 Koval Court, Delmont, PA 15626;
murysville.com/parks.
This year-round park offers a playground, ball
field and hard court for basketball and dek
hockey.
Pavilion rentals: $50–$100
Lillian Kellman Nature Reserve
3490 Kellman Drive, Murrysville, PA 15668;
murrysville.com/parks.
Relaxing area that offers several loop trails to
find solitude or a quiet walk with your dog.
Murrysville Community Park Wetlands Pavilion
4056 Wiestertown Road, Murrysville, PA 15632;
murrysville.com/parks.
Multiple ball fields, soccer fields, pavilions, a dog
park and scouting knob make this park full of
activities and family fun.
Pavilion rentals: $50–$100
Murrysville Parks & Recreation
4100 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA 15668; 724-327-2100.
Murrysville Parks and Recreation office.
Pedora Park
3051 Wilson Road, Export, PA 15632;
murrysville.com/parks.
Park consists of a baseball field, basketball courts
and play equipment.
Pavilion Rentals: $50–$100
Royal Highlands Ball Field
& Bear Hollow Trail
3740 Gun Club Road, Murrysville, PA 15668; murrysville.
com/parks.
The trail is about a half-mile long and connects
between Forbes Trail Drive in Heather Highlands
and Gun Club Road near Royal Highlands ball
field.
EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS
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