Apartments in Pittsburgh

So you're renting an apartment or loft in Pittsburgh and you're looking for a fun pastime that won't break your budget. One perfect way to explore our beautiful 'Burgh, have fun with friends, and cut costs while burning those calories is biking.

Pittsburgh's unique topography– a city of bridges, rivers, highways and slopes– may seem challenging at first. But by becoming familiar with the great online biking resources Pittsburgh has to offer, you might just discover how easy it is to enjoy a whole different side of the city– on two wheels. You'll make a difference in the environment– and your health, too!

What kind of rides can you do around the South Side, Oakland, Downtown, North Side, Shadyside and Squirrel Hill areas? Here are just a few suggestions:

Eliza Furnace Trail/Southside Trail Loop
This easy and scenic ride rolls along both shores of the Monongahela and takes from 45 minutes to an hour, covering five to eight miles, skirting Pittsburgh's South Side, Uptown and Downtown. Cross at the Hot Metal and Smithfield Street Bridges to complete the loop.

Point State Park to Northshore Trail
An easy to moderate trail, the Point State Park to Northshore Trail extends from Point State Park to the city's northern trail by using Fort Duquense Walkway along the Fort Duquense Bridge. This run typically takes one-and-a-half to two hours and covers a distance of under six miles. 

Mount Washington/South Side Trail
Considered moderately challenging, this trail features the amazing city skyline views that Pittsburgh is known for. Take your bike on the Monongohela or Duquense Inclines on this jaunt to Mount Washington's Grandview Avenue. Curve back around to the Southside Trail. The ride will take approximately one-and-a-half to two hours and covers two-and-a-half miles. 

Downtown to Strip District
This easy, scenic trip takes one-and-a-half to two hours, with a run of about four miles. It follows the Allegheny South Trail across from Point State Park, curving along the Allegheny River and ends up in downtown Pittsburgh's cultural district. 

Downtown to Oakland
Allow two to three hours for this challenging five to seven mile journey. This trip starts on the Eliza Furnace Trail past the Hot Metal Bridge, but shifts gears to the Panther Hollow Trail and it's uphill all the way to Oakland for a great workout.

For bike maps and trail access information, check out the "Getting Around" section of Bike-Pgh.org : http://bike-pgh.org/resources/gettingaround/

Got a question for fellow Pittsburgh biking-fans? Check out the Bike-Pgh.org message board:
http://bike-pgh.org/bbpress/

They also have a blog on local biking news and events here, so you won't have to miss out on any of the action: http://bike-pgh.org/blog/