Pittsburghers are no strangers to absolutely gorgeous views. A trip to the top of Mount Washington shows off some of the best views in the entire country. Simply driving through the Fort Pitt Tunnel toward the city boasts more photo-worthy views of Pittsburgh. However, when you’re in the mood for a more natural landscape, you’ll definitely want to plan a trip to this little-known overlook near Pittsburgh.
Nestled in Mill Run, Bear Run Nature Reserve, a little over an hour from downtown Pittsburgh, is perhaps best known for Fallingwater.
All Trails/Brian Merritt However, even if you’re going on a guided tour at the famous Frank Lloyd Wright home, you’ll definitely want to carve out time to visit the nature reserve too.
Boasting more than 5,000 acres, Bear Run Nature Reserve offers a whole lot of fun for nature lovers - from camping to hiking trails.
All Trails/Dennis Young The trail is on Fallingwater property, so you’ll have to pay a fee that includes parking and exploring the grounds.
The nature reserve’s home to an assortment of wildlife - from black bears to bobcats - as well as dozens of bird species and more than 500 different types of plants.
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The best way to explore the sprawling nature reserve is on one of its hiking trails.
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For some of the best views in the nature reserve, lace up your hiking shoes for a trek along the .05-mile Paradise Overlook Trail.
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The trail’s rated easy and kid-friendly, although you may run into some rocky areas. Just keep an eye out as you’re walking.
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Paradise Overook is, of course, the highlight of the short but sweet trail and offers sweeping views of the Youghiogheny River Gorge.
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Learn more on the official website of Bear Run Nature Reserve. Or, view a trail map of Paradise Overlook Trail.
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Do you have a favorite overlook near Pittsburgh? Tell us about it in the comments! For gorgeous views of downtown Pittsburgh and beyond, visit the seven best scenic overlooks in Pittsburgh.
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However, even if you’re going on a guided tour at the famous Frank Lloyd Wright home, you’ll definitely want to carve out time to visit the nature reserve too.
All Trails/Dennis Young
The trail is on Fallingwater property, so you’ll have to pay a fee that includes parking and exploring the grounds.
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Address: Paradise Overlook, Great Allegheny Passage, Mill Run, PA 15464, USA
