Photo of Lowries Run water glittering in the sun on a spring day in 2023. Photo of Lowries Run water glittering in the sun on a spring day in 2023.

Lowries Run Slopes

497 Lowries Run Road, Pittsburgh, 15237

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  • 40 Acres
  • 2001 Year Protected
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Overview

Notice: We are currently working to expand this green space and support an emerging, cross-municipal greenway. Learn more about how to protect local land and expand this special green space here.

Lowries Run Slopes encompasses cool, shaded, damp North-facing slopes that create a perfect habitat for rare species and Species of Special Concern.

Hunting is not permitted on this conservation area.

Parking is located at the back of Bruster’s Ice Cream Shop on Lowries Run Road. Ask for permission from an attendant at Bruster’s to park. Please be sure to thank them, and perhaps treat yourself to an ice cream cone.

Background

ALT identified this area as critical for protection as it is host to a designated Biological Diversity Area. When this land became available, ALT collaborated with local leaders and passionate neighbors to protect this green space, which now forever supports local air and water quality, stormwater absorption, scenic beauty, and access to outdoor recreation.

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