Hartwood Acres Park

Hartwood Acres Park is a county park spanning 629 acres across Hampton and Indiana Townships, offering woodland trails, formal gardens, and an outdoor amphitheater. The grounds include a Tudor mansion built in 1929 that contains a notable collection of English and American antiques.

The Tudor mansion was built in 1929 for John and Mary Flinn Lawrence, reflecting early twentieth-century residential design and taste. The estate preserved its original equestrian heritage through maintained bridle paths, which evolved to serve multiple recreational purposes.

The Carol R. Brown Sculpture Garden displays fourteen outdoor art pieces throughout the grounds. They create an inviting path for those who enjoy art.

The park is open daily from 8 AM until sunset, with options for mansion tours, garden walks, and trail activities available year-round. Comfortable shoes and layered clothing are recommended, as conditions vary by season and trail type.

The grounds preserve original bridle paths that now serve activities like cross-country skiing and cycling. This dual use shows how the estate's equestrian past adapted to modern recreational trends.

Location: Allegheny County

GPS coordinates: 40.56800,-79.91700

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:42