Lake Carnegie
In the 1870s, philanthropist Andrew Carnegie partially financed the creation of Lake Carnegie to be used as a halfway station for water being pumped out of the Allegheny River. The technology for holding water changed over the years and Lake Carnegie became a recreational lake instead. In 1932 the lake was cut in half to make room for the park's swimming pools, but it is still used for fishing in summer.
Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium
Oceans of fun for a drop in the bucket! At 77 acres, the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium in Highland Park is home to Pennsylvania's only major aquarium and one of the top three children's zoos in the nation. Visitors can explore the mysteries of wildlife and see 3,000 animals in naturalistic exhibits, including 39 endangered species. It is open every day except Christmas. Tram rides through the zoo are available (weather permitting).
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