Walk outside in Pittsburgh during the winter months and most days you’ll feel like you’re in a snow globe. When winter finally takes hold here in the ‘Burgh, that means school and business delays as well as closings, leaving extra-early to go where you need to go and, well, all the fun stuff. Ice skating, cross-country skiing, and sledding are among the most popular winter activities in Pittsburgh. If you live in Pittsburgh, there’s a good chance at some time you’ve ever paused and wondered, “where are some of the best places to go sledding near me?” Well, look no farther, because we have just the answer to that question. Here are seven epic sledding hills in Pittsburgh that will make your winter unforgettable.

1. Dormont Park
1801 Dormont Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15216, USA
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Calling all daredevils! Dormont is the place for you. It features two hills. Spend the day flying down the hill that promises thrills and chills. Or, if you prefer something a little, well, milder, start with the smaller, kid-friendly hill. You can visit Dormont's website for more community information.
2. Highland Park
Highland Park, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
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Spend a whirlwind day zipping down the Seven Bumps hill on Lake Drive in ​​Highland Park. The epic hill is only one of many that you'll find scattered throughout Highland Park.
3. Flagstaff Hill at Schenley Park
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Next time it snows, make your way to Flagstaff Hill at ​​Schenley Park, just next to Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. The winter wonderland offers plenty of fun activities - ice skating, good old-fashioned snowball fights, and, of course, sledding.
4. Mellon Park
1047 Shady Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, USA
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Get ready for plenty of breathtaking moments at ​​Mellon Park. The sledding hill, not far from Fifth and Shady Avenues, beckons sled riders of all ages. Pay careful attention when you're sledding, however, as there are trees on the hill.
5. Blue Slide Park at Frick Park
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Sledding is what Blue Slide Park at Frick Park is all about. In the summer, kids grab their squares of cardboard and fly down the blue slides. In the winter, sleds replace the cardboard. Just keep an eye out for the trees that are scattered along the hill.
6. Boyce Park
675 Old Frankstown Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15239, USA
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Prefer a little different sledding experience? Boyce Park's snow tubing's got you covered. In fact, it's the only snow tubing hill in all of Allegheny County. Slide down the tubing hill at Boyce Park from December through March each winter. Learn more about Boyce Park here.
7. Sunny Slopes at South Park
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Sled riders who really want an epic experience need only head to Sunny Slopes at South Park. The park boasts three different hills. The best part of those three hills? One stands at a whopping 1,000 feet. The only question is: How many times will you trek up the hill to experience that unforgettable sledding hill?

What are your favorite sledding hills in Pittsburgh? Not in the mood to go sled riding? Try ice skating or winter hiking instead at this picture-perfect Pittsburgh park.

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Pittsburgh is a city that’s filled to the brim with all sorts of epic places to go snow tubing, sledding, and sleigh-riding. In fact, there are so many good snow tubing hills that it’s pretty tough to even begin listing them all. A few favorites include:

  • Boyce Park
  • Blue Slide Hill at Frick Park
  • Chapel Hill at Chatham University
  • Sunny Slopes at South Park
  • Pleasant View Hill at Moraine State Park

Pittsburgh sees an average amount of yearly snowfall; while the average for the United States is about 27.8 inches, Pittsburgh typically gets around 27.7 inches – just about right on the mark! It’s always a fun time to take the kids tubing or sledding, especially in this gorgeous city.  

What are some of the best things to do in Pittsburgh during winter?  

Pittsburgh is a city filled with fun stuff to do, even when the weather is chilly and the ground is covered with snow. A few of the best things to do in Pittsburgh during the winder include:

  • Go snow tubing and/or sledding.
  • Start a snowball fight with the other adults like you’re 12 again.
  • Christmas events, like festivals and pageants, and tree-lightings.
  • Go skating on the world-famous MassMutual Pittsburgh Ice Rink.
  • Head to the Cathedral of Learning and check out the Nationality Rooms.
  • Take a trolley downtown and go on a holiday-themed tour.
  • Check out a production of The Nutcracker at the Benedum Center.
  • Kennywood Park lights up with more than two million lights each and every year.
  • You also can’t miss the Carnegie Trees at the Carnegie Museum of Art, which is known around the world for its amazing displays.

For more information about each of these and then some, check out this awesome list of the 10 best Christmas attractions in Pittsburgh.  

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