Where to eat and drink after hiking and biking on 3 Pittsburgh-area trails
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, July 2026
There are many places to eat and drink on the 200-plus miles of trails within easy driving distance of Downtown for biking, hiking, walking a dog or pushing a stroller. Montour Trail is included in the list.
Montour Trail Named Best in the Burgh
Pittsburgh Magazine, July 2026
For the 8th consecutive year, the Montour Trail has been selected as top hiking/biking trail in Pittsburgh magazine’s “Best of the ‘Burgh” for 2026. Readers cast more than 230,000 votes in selecting the city’s best in dining, services, entertainment and leisure and more. The readers’ poll winners are in the July edition of the magazine, which just dropped.
$2.8 Million Needed to Re-open Montour Trail Tunnel
Observer-Reporter, May 2026
Montour Trail Council hopes to raise nearly $2.8 million – the largest single repair project in the nonprofit’s history – to install a steel lining that permanently address the structure’s deterioration. The 630-foot-long National tunnel sits nearly at the middle of the approximately 60-mile trail system that spans Pittsburgh from Coraopolis to Clairton, effectively cutting the trail in half.
Moon Police to Patrol Portion of Montour Trail on Bikes
West Hills Gazette, July 2025
Moon Township recently purchased ebikes and is using them to patrol Montour Trail between MMs 0 and 5. This allows them to access remote or rugged areas not accessible by car.
“Milestone moment:” Montour Trail Closes Gap
Observer-Reporter, October 2024
MTC celebrated the completion of Montour Trail from Stewart Road to Wood Street with an official grand opening celebration, which closed the last trail gap between Library and the western part of Jefferson Hills Borough. It eliminates the last on-road section of trail between mile marker 0 (zero) in Moon Township and the Green Man tunnel.
Safety Urged for Montour Trail in Bethel Park
TribLive, September 2024
During 2024’s long, hot summer, Montour Trail Council received many complaints from Trail users being buzzed by speeding ebike riders and misbehaving youngsters. “Take a photo of the offender and report the incident to the police” is our advice, as captured in this news article.
Greer Tunnel Reopens
Pittsburgh Union Progress, November 2023
Observer-Reporter, November 2023
Observer-Reporter, May 2024
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ur Trail Council President Ned Williams called the accomplishment “one of the most significant infrastructure projects ever completed by the Council in the history of the 34-year-old trail” and thanked users for their patience.
Within the first 90 minutes of the Greer tunnel’s reopening, a half-dozen walkers and cyclists navigated their way through the tunnel, admiring the new eastern portal with the MTC logo emblazoned upon it and the shiny galvanized steel support lining.“I’m glad you kept the original dates up,” said Dave Ollett, a Bethel Park resident who cycled by.
The 235-foot-long tunnel in Peters Township is available again for cyclists, walkers, runners or anyone else who uses the Montour Trail. It reopened following a year-long renovation project that cost more than $1 million and provided a new lining for the tunnel and upgraded the facades. A ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrated the completion of the project May 10.
9 Breweries You Can Visit from a Bike Trail
Discover the Burgh, June 2024
Trail biking or walking is even better when we can finish the ride at a Pittsburgh brewery for a draft (or two).
Hiking Through the Montour Woods
Uncovering PA, May 2024
This 320-acre park is located about 25 minutes west of downtown Pittsburgh in Coraopolis, PA and near the city’s airport. It has been managed by the Oak Hollow Land Trust since 1993 and features 10 miles of hiking trails adjacent to the popular Montour Rail Trail.
Best Bike Trail in City Paper contest
City Paper, September 2023
City Paper’s readers’ poll selected the Montour Trail as its “Best of PGH 2023” bike trail. With the award, the paper noted that “Pittsburgh’s rail-trail network has improved dramatically in recent years, but the Montour Trail remains one of the most complete and interconnected sections … The Montour remains the best way to ride outside of city limits and a symbol of how far the region has come since the heyday of industry.”
‘Living life’: Man Treks Montour Tr
ail in Wheelchair to Advocate for Outdoor Access
Observer-Reporter, October 2022
The Almanac, October 2022
Ian’s Ride on the Montour Trail advocates outdoor access for all users, no matter their abilities. Wheelchair user Ian MacKay suggests, “Too often, people think about the things they can’t do instead of the things that they can do. Make sure you’re not being stagnant, that you’re attempting growth, and you’re out there living life.”
Stepping up: Volunteers Donate Thousands of Hours of Time Maintaining the Region’s Myriad Hiking, Biking Trails
Tribune-Review, July 2022
Many trails see heavy use and require regular maintenance, which is handled largely through a cooperative effort among trail officials, volunteer groups and the towns through which they pass. Montour Trail Council President Deb Thompson says there is more to trail volunteer work than people realize.
New Pathway to Connect Southpointe with Montour Trail
Observer-Reporter, June 2022
A ceremonial groundbreaking announced a 1,300-foot pathway that will link Montour Trail to Southpointe. County, township and business representatives touted the project as a way to connect businesses and residential neighborhoods to recreational opportunities located just over the hillside.
Montour Named to PA Top-Ten Trails List
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, January 2021
The national trail network touts the Montour Trail for its fascinating bridges, tunnels and colorful landscapes. Pennsylvania is a leader in national trail development.
Allegheny Land Trust Acquisition at Montour Trail to Enhance Outdoor Recreation
Tribune-Review, November 2019
Great American Rail-Trail Coming
Post-Gazette, May 2019
How the Great Allegheny Passage Transformed a Region
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, May 2020
The GAP is a valued recreation and active transportation asset for communities. It is also a bucket-list destination for bicyclists and hikers, some of whom begin or end their trek on the Montour Trail.
Montour Trail Council Enters 30th Year of Championing Outdoors
Tribune-Review, March 2019
Volunteers Work to Ensure Montour Trail Tunnel Remains Open During Winter
The Almanac, February 2019