Perfect Cincinnati Playgrounds
Warmer weather means it is time to hit the parks and get those kids moving (and worn out!). Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky boast an abundance of fabulous playgrounds, each with unique features and draws that bring families back time and time again. Branch out and explore what our communities have to offer when it comes to PLAY! Why not make a point to check out ALL of these perfect playgrounds around town?
Alms Park Playground
710 Tusculum Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
This hilltop park is a fabulous destination for a playdate. The stone slide brings nostalgia that grown-ups will adore, while kids will enjoy the climbing boulder, musical instruments, spinners and swings.
Beech Acres Park
6910 Salem Road, Cincinnati, OH
With a train station tot-lot and a massive fort-like play unit for bigger kids, this playground is fit for the entire family. There are bridges, climbing rocks, slides and so much more. Be sure to visit during the summer to check out the water play area.
Common Ground Playground
6000 Mason-Montgomery Road, Mason, OH
All-inclusive elements at this playground promote fun for everyone! The park is fenced in, so don’t worry about the kids running off. There are also designated areas for different age groups, an accessible zip line and musical elements, too.
West Fork Park
4764 West Fork Road, Cincinnati, OH
This colorful playground is so much fun! Featuring a zip line, huge playscape, an area for littles and lots of room for creative play, be sure to add this park to your must-visit list.
Summit Park Playground
4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash, OH
Not just one, but two phenomenal playscape at one location. The contemporary playground has slides, ropes, play mounds and unique climbing structures. The Nature Playscape is not your average playground! Utilizing earth elements, kids can feel one with nature as they climb giant logs, get their knees dirty crawling through a hobbit-hole and more. There are also two fun zip lines for kids to feel like they are swinging through the forest.
Washington Park Children’s Playground
1230 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH
Nestled in downtown Cincinnati, Washington Park is a beautiful spot for a family afternoon out! There are plenty of local eateries near by to grab a bite and there are often times free concerts going on or exciting events happening. The fenced in playground features a play castle, climbing wall, slides and musical instruments for children to explore. During summer months, the Washington Park spray ground is a big hit with little ones.
Tower Park Playground
900 S Fort Thomas Avenue, Fort Thomas, KY
This recently renovated playground mixes innovative play with elements of a traditional playground. Featuring slides galore, learning through play activities, climbers, balance beams, a zip line and a emphasis on both history and nature, we guarantee little ones will love this park.
Smale Riverfront Park
100 West Merhing Way, Cincinnati, OH
This sprawling riverfront park showcases natures beauty alongside city life. Take in a view of the river, watch barges and boats go by and check out the PNC Grow Up Great Adventure Playground, too. With slides, climbing elements, a rock wall and so much more, this oasis in the heart of Cincinnati is so much fun for families to enjoy together. During warm months, the spray ground is a big hit with little ones.
1000 Hands Playground
5915 Ridge Road, Pleasant Ridge, OH
This is the park of your childhood dreams. This classic wooden playscape has the best hiding spots for hide and seek! There are delightfully designed nooks and crannies for kids to explore with their grown-ups and lots of opportunities to climb, slide and swing.
Land of Make Believe Lunken Playground
4740 Playfield Lane, Cincinnati, OH
Enjoy watching planes taking off while taking turns on slides. This playground near Lunken Airport is a great place for some plane watching in between playing.
