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Beaver Falls on the Beaver River, about 35 miles from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, offers residents a small-town experience in a city with lots of outdoor recreation options and spacious parks, like the more than 2,000-acre Brady's Run Park, the largest park in Beaver County. D.R. Horton has a range of new construction homes in Beaver Falls, which offer spacious open floorplans and smart home technology.

Why choose Beaver Falls, PA

Beaver Falls offers a welcoming community with local parks, family-friendly services, and a walkable business district. Residents can head to Brady’s Run Park for hiking paths, picnic shelters, and youth sports. Throughout the year, the park hosts events like the Maple Syrup Festival and seasonal races.

Seventh Avenue, which runs through the center of Beaver Falls, is lined with buildings from the late 1800s and early 1900s. Several of these have been restored and now hold small businesses, including restaurants, boutiques, and vintage stores. The city is located along Route 18 and is just a few miles from Route 51 and Interstate 376. Pittsburgh is within 35 miles, making it manageable for anyone commuting or taking day trips to the city. For longer trips, Pittsburgh International Airport is about 23 miles from Beaver Falls, offering residents a convenient nearby option for domestic and international flights.

Community life in Beaver Falls, PA

Spring in Beaver Falls brings a variety of community gatherings that showcase local culture. The Beaver County Maple Syrup Festival at Brady's Run Park offers an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast featuring locally produced maple syrup, along with live entertainment, craft vendors, and activities for children. The Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Festival in Beaver Falls’ business district enables adults to try different wines, cheeses, and chocolates while exploring the business district.

The summer favorite is Boom on the Bridge, a July 4th celebration featuring live music, food vendors, and fireworks over the Ohio River, but there are many other events before then. First Fridays at The Falls is like a block party that continues with different themes each month. The event includes live music, food trucks, a beer and wine garden, market vendors, and activities for all ages. The BBQ and Brews Fest in June features barbecue, craft beers, live music, and vendors while supporting local organizations. For vintage enthusiasts, the Friday Night Flea Market at Brady's Run Park is the place to go for vintage shopping, food trucks, and music.

Autumn in Beaver Falls features the Spotlight 88 Flea Market Oktoberfest in Beaver Falls includes foods such as haluski and perogies, as well as chili and funnel cakes. Plus, there’s local produce and apple cider, and many kinds of apples, performances, and a petting zoo. The Beaver Falls Halloween Parade brings residents out in costumes or on floats in this community participation event.

Many winter celebrations in Beaver Falls center around holiday traditions. For instance, the Holiday Tree-Lighting ceremony and the Beaver Falls Christmas Parade, which features floats, marching bands, and Santa Claus. The Beaver County Christmas Extravaganza at Brady's Run Park features holiday craft vendors, seasonal decorations, and winter activities for families to enjoy together.

Beaver Falls and the surrounding Beaver County area offer several farmers' markets and local farms that provide fresh, locally grown produce and goods.The Beaver Falls Farmers Market on 12th Street operates every Monday from May through November, offering a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, and plants directly from local farmers. The Falls Friday Market, hosted by the Beaver Falls Community Development Corporation, runs weekly from late May through October at Falls Park next to the Carnegie Free Library. This market features local vendors selling produce, baked goods, flowers, and art, along with live music and food trucks.

With community events throughout the year, a wide range of recreational facilities, and organizations, Beaver Falls residents can find fun things to do throughout the year, without having to travel far.

Outdoor fun in Beaver Falls, PA

Beaver Falls offers a variety of outdoor recreation activities and beautiful vistas. The city’s location on the Beaver River provides scenic views. A great place to see them is from the Beaver River Trail, which follows the former Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad corridor through downtown Beaver Falls. Its asphalt surface is ideal for walking, running, and biking.

The Ohio River Trail Council, headquartered in Monaca about six miles away, develops the multi-use trail system along the Ohio River and its tributaries. Their efforts aim to connect communities and promote outdoor recreation through trail development and conservation initiatives. The Wampum Chapter of the North Country Trail Association maintains and promotes the North Country National Scenic Trail segment that passes through Beaver County. They organize guided hikes and volunteer trail maintenance events, fostering community involvement in trail stewardship.

As the largest park in Beaver County, Brady's Run Park spans nearly 2,000 acres. It has a 28-acre lake that’s open for boating and fishing, multiple sports fields, trails, a dog park, and picnic shelters. The 28-acre Brady's Run Lake, in Brady's Run Park, is regularly stocked with trout both pre-season and in-season. There’s also a significant number of largemouth bass in the lake. Its also offers eight trails for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking totaling more than 12 miles.

Rochester Riverfront Park, about a five-mile drive, at the confluence of the Beaver and Ohio Rivers, is 12.83 acres in size. The park features picnic tables, grills, benches facing the river, and informational signs. With its parks and recreation areas, Beaver Falls residents can enjoy the outdoors all year-long, making it ideal for anyone who loves keeping active and in nature.

Businesses and economics in Beaver Falls, PA

Beaver Falls residents are employed in a diverse economy anchored by healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and public sector employment. Heritage Valley Health System, also known as Valley Medical Facilities, Inc., is Beaver County's largest employer. Other significant healthcare employers include McGuire Memorial and Heritage Valley Medical Group Inc.

In the manufacturing sector, companies like Lindy Paving Inc., Veka Inc., and Tenaris Bay City Inc. hire many residents. Other larger employers include the Shell Pennsylvania Petrochemicals Complex in Potter Township, about five miles from Beaver Falls, and Eaton Corporation, about a six-mile drive.

New construction homes in Beaver Falls, PA

D.R. Horton's new homes in Beaver Falls are great for people at any stage of life. With access to job opportunities and many activities and conveniences, D.R. Horton homes in Beaver Falls offer something for everyone. Browse our listings of Beaver Falls, PA homes for sale, and contact us to learn more about homeownership today.