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.

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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
1 Museum Rd, Washington, PA 15301, USA
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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
124 Main St, Ohiopyle, PA 15470, USA
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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
1491 Mill Run Rd, Mill Run, PA 15464, USA
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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.)

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4. Station Square
350 W Station Square Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA
Gateway Clipper Fleet
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
70 River Front Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15209, USA
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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
159 Riverview Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15214, USA
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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
1981 Beechwood Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, USA
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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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Best Fall Foliage In Pittsburgh

Beth Price-Williams | August 08, 2019

What is the best time to see peak fall foliage in Pittsburgh?

Peak fall foliage in Pittsburgh tends to vary each year. However, you can expect to see the leaves changing color in Pittsburgh toward the end of September, with the peak fall foliage arriving in early to mid-October. You’ll find plenty of things to do in fall in Pittsburgh – from scenic train rides and hay rides to festivals at local farms and fall hikes – that will allow you to enjoy the changing of the colors in Western Pennsylvania. Most neighborhoods also offer beautiful fall foliage throughout the season, too.

Where are the best places in Pittsburgh to see fall foliage?

If you’re on the hunt for where to see fall colors in Pittsburgh, start your fall foliage viewing at Frick Park. Embark on one of the hiking trails to see the park drenched in the colors of fall. The Gateway Clipper Fleet also offers fall foliage cruises, so you can drink in the vibrant colors of the Pittsburgh landscape as you meander down the Allegheny, Ohio, and Monongahela Rivers.

If you’re willing to travel a little further to see some of the best fall colors in Western Pennsylvania, plan a visit to Ohiopyle State Park, Moraine State Park, or Keystone State Park.

What are the best Pittsburgh hikes to take in the fall?

You’ll find plenty of things to do in fall in Pittsburgh, including hiking. Drink in spellbinding fall foliage in Pittsburgh at Fall Run Park, which features a one-mile trail that leads to Allegheny County’s only waterfall. Lower Riverview Trail in Frick Park, Riverview Park Loop Trail in Riverview Park, and Twin Lakes Loop Trail at Twin Lakes Park in Greensburg all offer spectacular views of the fall foliage.

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