Discover Imperial-Enlow: Trails and Recreation Nearby

Several options for active outings lie near Imperial-Enlow: an alternative route for touring cyclists, the Montour Trail, and recreational destinations at the Recreation and Sports Complex at Leopold Lake. They differ in route type and visitor conditions. For trip planning, it helps to consider these separately: a connection between named points, a non-motorized multi-use trail, and activities at the lake.

A connection for touring cyclists

The Airport Connector is intended for touring cyclists and offers an alternative connection from Pittsburgh International Airport to the Great Allegheny Passage trail network. It runs from Enlow to the airport parking lot and combines trail and road sections. The route is about six relatively flat miles long. For planning your ride, consider both the approximate distance and the mixed route; the Connector is not exclusively a trail. If you include it in your route, account for both types of surface and check the current route before setting out, as route details may change.

The Montour Trail as a distinct type of trail

The Montour Trail is a non-motorized multi-use recreational trail on a former railway corridor and runs through the Village of Imperial. Compared with the Airport Connector, it is a different type of trail, not the described connection with trail and road sections. This distinction can help you choose an outing: you can consider the Connector as a connection for touring cyclists or include the Montour Trail, a non-motorized multi-use trail, in your plans.

Plan for hours and parking

The Montour Trail is open from sunrise to sunset; overnight parking at the trailheads is not permitted. Keep these hours and the parking rule in mind when planning your day. The Enlow trailhead has 36 parking spaces, though parking availability may change. If you are basing your plans on this trailhead, check current parking conditions before your visit.

Recreation at Leopold Lake

The skate park at the Recreation and Sports Complex at Leopold Lake is designed for skateboarders, BMX riders, and inline skaters. The township may close or restrict access to the park; if you plan to visit, check current conditions beforehand. Leopold Lake is also home to the Kids Fishing Derby, a fishing event for children. This brings two different interests together in your trip planning: the named children’s fishing event and the specific sports catered to by the skate park.

Which outings are right for your trip?

If you’re looking for a vacation rental in Imperial-Enlow, the types of outings described can help you narrow down your destination. Consider whether touring by bicycle, a non-motorized recreational trail, or the recreational destinations at Leopold Lake best fit your plans. This way, you can guide your search by the type of stay you actually have in mind, rather than simply a general desire for active days. Then choose the outings that fit your daily itinerary, keeping their respective visitor conditions in mind.

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