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North Park Entrance – Marshall Lake loop from Nature Access Trail parking area

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Allegheny County

North Park Entrance – Marshall Lake loop from Nature Access Trail parking area

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North Park Entrance – Marshall Lake loop from Nature Access Trail parking area

01:34

14.6km

100m

Running

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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1.47 km

Marshall Island

Highlight • Lake

Marshall Island offers a tranquil retreat and excellent birdwatching opportunities, showcasing species like the Great Blue Heron, Bald Eagle, and Osprey. Located on Marshall Lake, which was originally constructed in the 1930s to supply water to North Park's amenities, the lake now fosters diverse aquatic life and vegetation, adding to its natural charm and appeal.

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5.97 km

North Park Lake

Highlight • Lake

North Park lake is a uniquely formed & scenic lake with lovely trails surrounding its 75-acres.

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10.1 km

North Park Entrance

Highlight • Rest Area

North Park is a large 3,075 acre park in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It is the largest park within the county’s 12,000-acre network of nine parks. Established in 1925, North Park aims to preserve natural resources for future generations and features a range of facilities including an archery range, ballfields, basketball courts, boating, a cafe, and a nature center. In the winter you can enjoy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, and in the warmer months, fishing, pickleball, and hiking, biking, and jogging numerous trails.

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13.1 km

Marshall Lake

Highlight • Lake

Marshall Lake is a man-made pond in North Park. There is a small island on the eastern side of the pond (Marshall Island) with a short boardwalk to it. This is a great place to pause your ride through the park and enjoy this peaceful spot on the water.

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14.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.24 km

4.98 km

2.40 km

1.04 km

905 m

Surfaces

9.93 km

2.12 km

946 m

905 m

491 m

< 100 m

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North Park Entrance – Marshall Lake loop from Nature Access Trail parking area

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