Brunot Island, Pittsburgh
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Brunot Island is a 129-acre island in the Ohio River. It is officially part of the Marshall-Shadeland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania in the United States. It was named for Dr. Felix Brunot who settled the island with his extended family in the late 1700s. The family entertained the Lewis and Clark expedition on the island in August 1803. The island is home to the Brunot Island Generating Station, a 315 MW fossil fuel power plant. ()
Area: 128.49 acres (0.2008 mi²)Coordinates: 40°27'47"N, 80°2'38"W
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North Side (Brunots Island)Pittsburgh
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Brunot Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Bicycle Heaven, Rivers Casino, West End Overlook, Union Dale Cemetery.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Brunot Island?
Nearby attractions include Ohio Connecting Railroad Bridge, Pittsburgh (4 min walk), State Correctional Institution – Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh (14 min walk), Esplen, Pittsburgh (15 min walk), Chartiers, Pittsburgh (17 min walk).
How to get to Brunot Island by public transport?
The nearest stations to Brunot Island:
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- Sheraden (23 min walk)
- Ohio River Blvd at McKees Rocks Bridge • Lines: 1 (28 min walk)