By jrgunder in September, 2010
The trail now has more than 6 miles completed. The new trailhead is in Millvale and the Millvale Park. Get off 28 in Millvale and go under the railroad viaduct. The trail has been extended to the Old State Prison in Manchester, another 2.5 miles of trail not on the Rails to Trails description. The worst part (and the most interesting is the center section across from downtown Pittsburgh. The city often hosts events along the river and blocks part of the trail without warning, or creates congestion that makes for real pedestrian dodging. At the same time, the sculptures, kayak rental station, waterfall feature, submarine, casino, large flocks of geese, and two stadiums make it an interesting ride. If there is an event along the water, there are alternate routes along the buildings between the two stadiums with several winding links up and down the grade to the river.
By Mark Tuttle in February, 2007
"This trail runs along the Allehgehney River from Milvale to the old state prison. It runs next to PNC Park (home of the Pirates) and Heinze Field (home of the Steeler). It includes an awsome view of downtown Pittsburgh and ""the point"".
Thas path has many pedistrians so you have to be careful while riding it. I speak from experience when I say never ride when Steelers have a home game. You will be dodging drunk tailgaters."