Pittsburgh Botanic Garden

Pittsburgh Botanic Garden spreads across 460 acres with 65 acres of cultivated gardens, native woodlands, and trails that wind through Pennsylvania landscapes. The grounds mix designed garden spaces with natural forest areas to explore.

The McGill family owned this land from the mid-1800s until 1971, when they sold 85 acres to Allegheny County for Settler's Cabin Park development. The remaining land was later transformed into the garden it is today.

The Davidson Events Center occupies a converted 1870s barn and preserves craft details from regional farming history. The space shows how rural buildings find new purpose within contemporary gardens.

Wear comfortable shoes and plan enough time for the trails, since the grounds are extensive and spread across the property. Maps and signage help visitors navigate the different areas throughout the space.

An eight-acre section holds roughly 550 white-flowering dogwood trees that create a striking display in spring alongside bulbs and native shrubs. This collection forms one of the region's larger white-blooming ornamental tree plantings.

Location: North Fayette Township

Location: Collier Township

Part of: Settlers Cabin Park

Website: https://pittsburghbotanicgarden.org

GPS coordinates: 40.41290,-80.17220

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:21