Allegheny Islands State Park, Western Pennsylvania Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  From any location within the Allegheny National Forest, make your way to US Route 62 South. Follow US Route 62 South until you reach the intersection with PA Route 28. Take the exit toward PA Route 28 South. Continue on PA Route 28 South for approximately 25 miles. Take the Cheswick exit (Exit 11). Merge onto Freeport Road and follow the signs for Allegheny Islands State Park. The park entrance will be on your right. Note that there are no entrance fees for the park.

• Public Transportation

  If you are relying on public transportation, you will first need to reach Pittsburgh, PA, which is the nearest major city with public transit options. From Pittsburgh, take a bus via the Port Authority Transportation. Look for routes that go toward Cheswick, PA. Once you arrive in Cheswick, you will need to take a taxi or rideshare service to reach Allegheny Islands State Park, as public transport options to the park itself may be limited. Expect taxi fares to be approximately $15-$25 depending on traffic and distance.

• Bicycle

  For the adventurous, biking to Allegheny Islands State Park is a great option if you're already within a reasonable distance. Use local roads to connect with the Allegheny River Trail, which runs parallel to the river and provides scenic views. Follow the trail south toward Cheswick. Upon reaching Cheswick, navigate to Freeport Road, where you can find access to the park. Make sure to bring proper biking gear and check the weather to ensure a pleasant ride.