The Parks of the County

Butler County Parks

Every park in Butler County has its own unique attributes and beauty, just like the four seasons. Enjoy a variety of outdoor activities throughout the year and discover the unexpected curiosities each park has to offer.

Jennings Environmental Education Center

Jennings Environmental Education Center, located in Slippery Rock, is a unique combination of protected prairie and forest. Jennings is the only protected prairie in the state and also features the endangered Massasauga rattlesnake. Visitors can enjoy hikes year-round on their 5-mile trail system, but perhaps the most popular time to visit is during July when the Blazing Star is in bloom.

Preston Park

Preston Park consists of 88 acres and offers a variety of recreational activities that can be enjoyed year-round. The park features luscious woodlands, walking trails, fishing ponds, wildlife, numerous unique plants, and more!

Glade Run Lake

Located in Middlesex Township, Glade Run Lake is a 50-acre man-made lake, surrounded by 100 acres of natural forest and farmlands. Used for recreation, conservation, and education, this beautiful lake offers fishing, hiking, birding, winter activities, and motorless boating.

Alameda Park

Alameda Park, located in Butler, offers a variety of recreational activities. This park features playgrounds, picnic areas, a Dek Hockey rink, baseball fields, and a community waterpark. The newest addition to the park is the 20-mile mountain bike and hiking trail system. Currently, there are about eight miles of trails that are complete with the remainder under construction. The trails are appropriate for all levels of riders and emphasize flow and fun over technical obstacles and rock gardens.

Succop Nature Park

Operated by the Western Pennsylvania Audubon Society, Succop Nature Park beautifully sprawls throughout 50 acres of woodlands, gardens, and lush meadows. Located in Penn Township, the property also features two ponds, dog friendly walking trails, and open natural spaces that can be used for a variety of activities.

Todd Nature Reserve

Also operated by the Western Pennsylvania Audubon Society, Todd Nature Reserve is the perfect place for outdoor lovers to explore trails and take in the sights and sounds of nature. Located in Sarver, this 334-acre park consists of five miles of trails, three streams, and a man-made pond.