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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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

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Friends Celebrates 35 Years in 2026

Founded in 1991, we've been around to help build, steward, and advocate for trails

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lbs. of litter removed in 2025

trees planted in 2025

brought in from grants in 2025

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Full Trail
North Side
Downtown
South Side & Eliza Furnace

Trail Access (29)
Bathrooms (12)
Parking (24)
Drinking Water (7)
Businesses (4)
Fix-It Stations (9)
Alerts (2)

Light red indicates the section is traffic-free. Dark red indicates the section is shared with vehicle traffic.

The Three Rivers Heritage Trail is an expansive 33‑mile urban riverfront trail system along both sides of all three rivers in Pittsburgh and Allegheny County. The trail connects visitors to opportunities for recreation and commuting for both residents and visitors to the region, and allows access to dense urban areas, popular shopping and entertainment districts, and green space.

Trail Alerts

Closure

North Side
December 8, 2025

The trail between Branchport St and past Kroll Dr. under the West End Bridge in Chateau will be closed temporarily as the Esplanade Project breaks ground until summer of 2026. Detours have been consolidated - signage to be followed.

Details

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.

Details

Events

Trail Care Tuesday – Eliza Furnace w/ Tree Pittsburgh

Water Trail Care Thursday – Springdale

Trail Care Tuesday – River Avenue

Trail Care Wednesday – Hazelwood

UpKeep Trail Care Tuesday – Color Park

CANCELED Trail Care Wednesday – Strip District

News

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

Volunteers gather for Immaculate Collection beautification project ahead of NFL draft

What goes into redding up Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft?

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

Where to Experience Cherry Blossom and Redbud Season in PA

Three Rivers Heritage Trail expanding into Swissvale

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.

TRAIL ALERTS

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.

Featured

Get your Team on the Trail

FriendsFest'26

Our 2025 Year in Review is Here

Friends Celebrates 35 Years in 2026

Trail Alerts

Closure

North Side
December 8, 2025

Closure

North Side
June 27, 2025

Events

Water Trail Care Thursday – Springdale

UpKeep Trail Care Tuesday – Color Park

News

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

Volunteers gather for Immaculate Collection beautification project ahead of NFL draft

What goes into redding up Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft?

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

Where to Experience Cherry Blossom and Redbud Season in PA

Three Rivers Heritage Trail expanding into Swissvale

Support the Trails

Join

VOLUNTEER

Donate

Thank you to our sponsors

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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.

Featured

Get your Team on the Trail

FriendsFest'26

Our 2025 Year in Review is Here

Friends Celebrates 35 Years in 2026

Trail Alerts

Closure

North SideDecember 8, 2025

Closure

North SideJune 27, 2025

Events

Trail Care Tuesday – Eliza Furnace w/ Tree Pittsburgh

Water Trail Care Thursday – Springdale

Trail Care Tuesday – River Avenue

Trail Care Wednesday – Hazelwood

UpKeep Trail Care Tuesday – Color Park

CANCELED Trail Care Wednesday – Strip District

News

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

Volunteers gather for Immaculate Collection beautification project ahead of NFL draft

What goes into redding up Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft?

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

Where to Experience Cherry Blossom and Redbud Season in PA

Three Rivers Heritage Trail expanding into Swissvale

Support the Trails

Join

VOLUNTEER

Donate

Subscribe!

North Side
December 8, 2025

North Side
June 27, 2025