About Trail Pittsburgh
Trail Pittsburgh is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating, enhancing, and preserving great singletrack trail experiences in Southwestern Pennsylvania parks.
VISION
Trail Pittsburgh strives to provide the residents of Southwestern Pennsylvania with sustainable multi-use trail experiences with minimal environmental impact through advocacy, education, stewardship, and strategic partnerships with land managers. By facilitating safe and fun recreation, Trail Pittsburgh connects citizens with the region’s expansive outdoor assets to encourage an active, healthy lifestyle.
As a chapter member of the International Mountain Bike Association (IMBA), Trail Pittsburgh is able to expand our reach and take advantage of IMBA’s extensive support and expertise.
Trail Pittsburgh will continue to focus on multi-use trails for today, tomorrow, and well into the future. If you explore our region’s incredible trails, you’ve experienced and enjoyed our work.
PLAY
Trail Pittsburgh is here to help you connect with our region’s trail assets and the wonderful community of people who enjoy and support our trails.
Explore our region’s trails through MTB Project, the nation’s foremost singletrack trail database, and follow us on social media to stay abreast of the latest on- and off-trail happenings.
JOIN
Amazing trail networks don’t happen without your support. Become a member of Trail Pittsburgh to help us create, enhance, and preserve great trail experiences in Southwestern Pennsylvania. As a charitable 501(c)(3) your contribution is tax deductible and goes directly to support our mission.
VOLUNTEER
Volunteer support is essential to the fulfillment of Trail Pittsburgh’s mission. Park Stewards volunteer their time to organize workdays and rely on additional volunteer support to build, maintain, and improve the trails.
Volunteering with Trail Pittsburgh doesn’t have to be a big commitment. A couple hours here and there goes a long way. View upcoming events and follow us on social media to find a work day in your favorite park.
LEADERSHIP
Our Board of Directors come from a variety of professional backgrounds from across Greater Pittsburgh.
We establish strategic partnerships with the areas most experienced and committed advocates.
Michael Carroll
President
Mary Lynn Marsico RN. BSN.
Vice President
Dr. Jamie Pfaeffle
Treasurer
Anna Barensfeld
Engagement
Aaron Kahn
Communications
Hannah Obringer
Communications
Karl Norman
Trail Management
Ricky Houghton
Digital Assets
John Palmieri
Events
Pete Ivancic
Special Projects
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Over 220 miles of built and maintained trails
- 33,000+ Volunteer Hours since 2001
- North Park’s Dr. J Freeride Trail and Skills Area
- Alameda Park & Trail System