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We're Friends of the Riverfront, the organization that builds and stewards the 35+ miles - and counting - of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail and Water Trail.

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Get your Team on the Trail

We have opportunities to get you and your company out on the trail this year
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FriendsFest'26

Calling all Members - FriendsFest is back! Join us on May 28 for a celebration
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Our 2025 Year in Review is Here

Our 2025 Annual Report is officially ready! Check out all of the amazing things we did last year
Read the 2025 Annual Report

Friends Celebrates 35 Years in 2026

Founded in 1991, we've been around to help build, steward, and advocate for trails
Read our History Book
lbs. of litter removed in 2025
0
trees planted in 2025
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brought in from grants in 2025
$ 0
  • Full Trail
  • North Side
  • Downtown
  • South Side & Eliza Furnace

Trail Alerts

Closure

Closure

North Side
December 8, 2025
The trail between W. North Ave and past Kroll Dr. to under the West End Bridge in Chateau will be closed temporarily as the Esplanade Project breaks ground starting December 10 until summer of 2026. On-road detour and detour signage to be followed.
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Closure

Closure

North Side
June 27, 2025
The segment of Three Rivers Heritage Trail in Chateau between Branchport Street and N Franklin Street will be temporarily closed due to repairs needed. It will be closed to all pedestrian and bike traffic. The suggested detour uses Metropolitan St.
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Events

Trail Care Thursday - Eliza Furnace Trailhead

May 7th @ 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join us on the Eliza Furnace section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care opportunity! Volunteers will beautify the trailhead, collect litter along the trail and surrounding areas, remove stickers and graffiti from amenities, clear built up debris from the trail, tend to tree tubes and cages, tend to the pollinator garden, and other general trail maintenance needs.
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Trail Care Wednesday - Strip District

May 13th @ 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us on the Strip District section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care opportunity! Volunteers will collect litter along the trail and surrounding areas, clear debris buildup, cut back encroaching and undesired vegetation, as well as other general trail maintenance needs.
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UpKeep Trail Care Tuesday - West End

May 19th @ 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join us on the West End section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for an UpKeep Trail Care opportunity! Volunteers will collect litter, manage vegetation, remove graffiti and other general trail maintenance needs.
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News

Steelers event

NFL, Steelers Plant Trees, Clean Up Ahead of NFL Draft

tree planting at event

Volunteers gather for Immaculate Collection beautification project ahead of NFL draft

trail care at color park

What goes into redding up Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft?

featured photo for article

Pennsylvania’s 5 Best Hiking Trails In Pittsburgh For A Scenic Outdoor Escape, According To Hikers

pittsburgh yellow bridge with redbud

Where to Experience Cherry Blossom and Redbud Season in PA

carrie furnace in the snow

Three Rivers Heritage Trail expanding into Swissvale

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Support the Trails

We offer trail clean up events for volunteers and regular stewardship opportunities. Your financial support helps build and maintain the Three Rivers Heritage Trail and Water Trail.

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