Parks & Recreation in Mt. Lebanon

Mt. Lebanon offers a variety of parks, wooded trails, athletic fields, playgrounds, and community recreation facilities. From the sports and recreation amenities at Mt. Lebanon Park to the trails of Bird Park and smaller neighborhood green spaces, residents have many ways to stay active and enjoy the outdoors throughout the community.

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What Are the Major Parks in Mt. Lebanon?

Mt. Lebanon’s parks offer a mix of recreation facilities, athletic fields, picnic areas, and nature trails. Some of the main parks to explore include:

• Mt. Lebanon Park: Also known as Main Park, this recreation hub on Cedar Boulevard features a playground, athletic fields, picnic pavilions, basketball and bocce courts, and access to the outdoor swim center, ice rink, and racket center.
• Bird Park: Located along Beadling Road, Bird Park combines wooded nature trails and a stream with picnic facilities and athletic fields. It offers opportunities for both outdoor recreation and quiet walks.
• Twin Hills Trails Park: Located on Twin Hills Drive, this park offers nature trails for exploring local green space.
• Hoodridge Park: Near Connor Road, with access via Eisenhower or Marshall, Hoodridge Park provides another option for walking nature trails.
• Sunset Hills Park: Located at the end of Brafferton Road, this park includes Brafferton athletic field and a trail area.

For someone comparing homes in Mt. Lebanon, nearby park entrances, walking routes, and recreation facilities are useful details to explore alongside the home itself.

What is there to do at the Mt. Lebanon Recreation Center?

The Mt. Lebanon Recreation Center, located at 900 Cedar Boulevard in Mt. Lebanon Park, is a hub for ice skating, hockey, and community gatherings.

• Ice skating: Enjoy scheduled public skating sessions, with skate rentals available.
• Lessons and ice programs: Explore skating instruction and hockey opportunities for different ages and skill levels.
• Parties and gatherings: Arrange a skating birthday party or rent community rooms for meetings and celebrations.
• Nearby recreation: The surrounding park offers an outdoor swim center, racket facilities, a playground, athletic fields, basketball courts, and picnic areas.

The Recreation Center building houses the main and studio ice rinks, upstairs community rooms, and Recreation Department offices. Swimming and other outdoor activities take place in separate facilities within the park. Schedules, registration requirements, and fees vary by activity.

Where Can I Walk or Hike in Mt.Lebanon?

Mt. Lebanon offers several places to walk or hike, from wooded park trails to neighborhood sidewalks.

• Bird Park: Nature trails wind through wooded surroundings near a stream. Located along Beadling Road between Cedar Boulevard and Washington Road, the park offers a convenient setting for a nature walk.
• Twin Hills Trails Park: Located on Twin Hills Drive, this park provides nature trails for exploring local green space.
• Hoodridge Park: Near Connor Road, with access via Eisenhower or Marshall, Hoodridge Park offers additional nature trails.
• Other park trails: The municipality also publishes trail maps for Robb Hollow, McNeilly, Sunset Hills, Williamsburg, and Iroquois parks.

For everyday neighborhood walks, explore the sidewalks around the places you expect to visit regularly. When comparing homes, consider the actual route to parks, shops, and transit—including hills, street crossings, and distance.

For park walks, review the trail map before heading out and choose a route suited to your comfort and mobility. Natural trails can have uneven surfaces and changing conditions.

Where Are the Playgrounds and Family Recreation Areas?

Mt. Lebanon has playgrounds in several neighborhood parks, along with larger recreation areas for picnics, sports, swimming, and skating.

• Mt. Lebanon Park — Cedar Boulevard at Greenhurst Drive: A central destination with a playground, picnic pavilions, athletic fields, and basketball and bocce courts. The park also includes the outdoor swim center, ice rink, and racket facilities.
• Williamsburg Park — Sleepy Hollow Road at Valley Park Drive: Offers a children’s playground, basketball court, picnic pavilion, grills, and a court marked for tennis and pickleball.
• Rockwood Park — Rockwood Avenue: Includes a children’s playground, basketball courts, sitting area, and a small picnic pavilion with a grill.
• Country Club Park — End of Country Club Drive, beside the municipal golf course: Features a children’s playground and basketball court.
• Iroquois Park — Iroquois Drive: Offers a children’s playground, basketball courts, and a sitting area.

Amenities vary by park, so consider the features that matter for your visit, such as restrooms, picnic space, and the walking route from home. Swimming, skating, and organized programs have separate schedules and fees.

What Athletic Fields, Courts and Sports Facilities Are Available?

Mt. Lebanon offers athletic fields, neighborhood courts, and dedicated facilities for tennis, pickleball, skating, swimming, and golf.

• Athletic fields: Mt. Lebanon Park includes Dixon, Middle, and Clint Seymour fields. Additional fields include John Doctor Field at Bird Park and Brafferton Field at Sunset Hills Park.
• Tennis and pickleball: The Mt. Lebanon Racket Center on Cedar Boulevard offers tennis and pickleball courts, with indoor tennis available under seasonal bubbles. Meadowcroft Park has six lighted pickleball courts, while Williamsburg Park has a court marked for tennis and pickleball.
• Basketball: Courts are available at several parks, including Mt. Lebanon, Meadowcroft, Williamsburg, Rockwood, Iroquois, and Country Club parks.
• Ice skating and hockey: The Frank Gill Ice Rink at the Recreation Center includes a main rink and a smaller studio rink for public skating, instruction, and hockey programs.
• Swimming: The outdoor Mt. Lebanon Swim Center provides seasonal swimming within Mt. Lebanon Park.
• Golf: The municipal nine-hole golf course at 1000 Pine Avenue offers public play, weather permitting.
• Other activities: Mt. Lebanon Park also has bocce courts, sand volleyball, and platform tennis facilities.

Access varies by facility. Organized field use, court reservations, lessons, and certain activities may require registration or fees. Meadowcroft Park also has school-day access restrictions, so check the municipality’s current schedules before visiting.

When is the Frank Gill Ice Rink available to the public?

The Frank Gill Ice Rink at 900 Cedar Boulevard offers scheduled public skating sessions throughout the week. Its published fall/winter 2026–27 schedule includes:

Day	Public skating time
Monday	9:10 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Wednesday and Thursday	9:10 a.m.–noon
Friday	9:10 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Friday “TGIF Late Skate”	7:40–10 p.m., September 11–May 28
Saturday	2:10–4 p.m. in the main rink
Saturday evening	7:10–9 p.m. in the studio rink; limited to the first 30 skaters
Sunday	2:10–4 p.m. in the main rink

A separate Playdate on Ice session for preschool and kindergarten-age skaters runs Tuesdays from 9–11 a.m., September–May.

Skate rentals are available. Public skating follows specific session times, and holidays, tournaments, or maintenance may affect availability. Check the official schedule before visiting or call 412-561-4363.

Schedule checked October 20, 2026.

What Is The Mt. Lebanon Racket Center?

The Mt. Lebanon Racket Center is a municipal tennis and pickleball facility located at 900 Cedar Boulevard in Mt. Lebanon Park. It offers court rentals, instruction, and opportunities for recreational play.

• Outdoor tennis: The center has 13 Har-Tru clay tennis courts.
• Pickleball: Six dedicated outdoor pickleball courts provide another way to stay active.
• Indoor tennis: Six tennis courts are covered by three seasonal inflatable “bubbles,” allowing play during the colder months.
• Lessons and clinics: Tennis programs include instruction for adults and juniors, with offerings varying by season.
• Reservations: Players can reserve courts and register for programs through CourtReserve, linked from the municipality’s website.

The outdoor season generally runs from May through September, while indoor tennis typically runs from October into April. Court fees and program charges apply, and reservations are encouraged.

What Golf and Country Club Options Are Available in Mt. Lebanon?

Mt. Lebanon has a public municipal golf course within the community, with additional private country club options in nearby South Hills communities.

• Mt. Lebanon Golf Course — Mt. Lebanon: Located at 1000 Pine Avenue, this public nine-hole course offers a convenient option for an occasional round or regular play without a private club membership. The course operates year-round, weather permitting, and tee times are required.
• St. Clair Country Club — Upper St. Clair: This nearby private club offers golf, practice facilities, swimming, fitness, paddle tennis, dining, and social activities. Access depends on membership privileges and club policies.

When comparing options, consider how often you expect to play, travel time from your home, practice facilities, and which additional amenities you would use. For private clubs, ask about initiation fees, dues, minimum spending requirements, and any membership waiting lists.

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