Washington County

Parks and Recreation

Department Photo
Courthouse Square100 West Beau Street
 Suite 101
 Washington, PA 15301
 Primary Phone: 724-228-6867

 

Jeffrey J. Donahue
Superintendent of Recreation
Primary Phone: 724-228-6867

Kevin Garrison
Superintendent of Parks
Primary Phone: 724-258-2958


The Department of Parks and Recreation is responsible for 5,500 acres of park land in Washington County offering picnic shelters, nature trails, bicycle and bridle trails, hunting and fishing, as well as recreational programs and special events.

Parks and Recreation is in charge of Mingo Creek, Cross Creek, and Ten Mile Creek county parks. All of the county parks are open all year long, and house two covered bridges. Activities within these parks are controlled through a permit system. Parks and Recreation is responsible for maintenance of these parks.

For maps and applications, please click the downloads link.

  • 2010 Parks Calendar of Events Available!

    THe 2010 Parks Calendar of Events is now available. Please go to the Downloads section of our site for the file. Please call 724-228-6867 for more information on events or inquiries. Thank you.

  • 2010 Parks and Recreation Shelter Permit Application

    The 2010 Parks and Recreation Park Shelter Permit Application is now available in the Downloads Page. Please be sure to print and complete both pages of the application before returning to our office. This will ensure that a complete application is submitted and your application can be processed quickly. Thank you.

  • 2009/2010 Late Season Hunting Apps Available!

    The Washington County 2009/2010 Late Season Hunting Application for Mingo Creek County Park is now available online. The late season runs from December 26, 2009, to January 9, 2010. Muzzleloader and archery only. Applications will be accepted December 14th. Please see the application in our Downloads section for all rules, regulations, and instructions for applying. Thank you.