Biking in Pittsburgh

The extreme mountain biking trails that loop, wind, and carve their way through the woodlands, country roads and breathtaking scenery of Pennsylvania offer thrill-seeking mountain bikers the ride of their lives. So oil those chains, pump up the tires and see why visitors are pedaling their way through the mountains and forests of the Keystone State.

Pennsylvania rail trails connect our cities, towns, neighborhoods, and countryside - offering a unique recreational opportunity for residents. Learn more about the Pennsylvania rails trais program, including the rail trails available in the Pittsburgh area.

The 100th successful rail-trail project in Pennsylvania, the Panhandle Trail stretches for 29 miles from Walkers Mill near Carnegie, PA, to just outside of Weirton, WV.

The nearly 50-mile Montour Trail is a non-motorized recreational rail-trail near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The majority of the trail sports a crushed limestone surface, great for cycling, walking and running. A paved section in Peters Township offers access for roller blading, while other sections of the Montour Trail are open for horseback riding.

The perfect close-to-home recreation opportunity for families, walkers, bikers, and runners, Pennsylvania's Rails to Trails program is a network of trails connecting our cities, towns and countryside.

Ride a bike and help change a life. Charity bike rides provide the perfect opportunity to volunteer some time, set exercise goals, make new friends, and help your fellow Pittsburgh area neighbors.

Thinking of teaching your little one to ride this summer? Here are some helpful tips to get you started from About Bicycling.

Learn whether to buy a road, mountain or touring bike by answering these questions from About Bicycling.

Check the events calendar of the Allegheny County chapter of the Sierra Club for upcoming hikes, conditioning walks, bike rides, and kayak and canoe trips around the greater Pittsburgh area.