Highland Park

Highland Park in Pittsburgh, PA, has a rich history dating back to the late 1800s when it was established to fulfill the city's need for a municipal water system. The park's iconic Reservoir No. 1, surrounded by greenery, has long been a draw for picnics and recreation. The Victorian-style Entry Garden welcomes visitors with its gardens, fountain, and reflecting pool, providing a serene setting for relaxation.

Visitors to Highland Park can enjoy a range of recreational activities, including a popular bike track, swimming pool, sand volleyball courts, and access to the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium. The park is also home to a water filtration plant that cleans water from the main reservoir, with waste water naturally de-chlorinated by a nearby brook that flows into Lake Carnegie.

Over the years, the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy has undertaken significant improvement projects within Highland Park, such as restoring the Entry Garden and creating seasonal pools along Washington Boulevard to mitigate stormwater runoff. Future developments include the Heth’s Run project, which aims to enhance the park with new trails, athletic fields, and connections to the Allegheny River.

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