Listen to birds chirping, see how many types of wild flowers you can find and simply enjoy nature together. There are plenty of amazing local parks with wonderful trails to explore this spring.
Ohio
California Woods Nature Preserve | 5400 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Oh
This 113-acre forest boasts hills to hike, creeks to explore, 53 types of trees and 200
species of herbaceous plants.
Sharon Woods | 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, Oh
There are paved trails and more advanced trails for adventurous families. Don’t miss the scenic waterfall.
Smale Park | West Mehring Way, Cincinnati, Oh
Spend an afternoon wandering the trails near the riverfront. The paths are universally
accessible, so the fun is for everyone.
Voice of America MetroPark | 7850 VOA Park Drive, West Chester, Oh
Grassland areas are designated an “Important Birding Area” by Audubon Ohio. Explore
nature on the trails or paved paths around the lake.
Winton Woods | 10245 Winton Road, Cincinnati, Oh
Families love Parky’s Farm, but there are also more than 5 miles of paved trails, fitness and nature trails to discover at Winton Woods.
Kentucky
Big Bone Lick | 3380 Beaver Road, Union, Ky
Learn about the birthplace of American Vertebrate Paleontology, get in touch with nature
and even see some bison during a walk on the Bison Trace Trail.
Devou Park | 1201 Park Drive, Covington, Ky
Family-friendly trails, backcountry trails and a phenomenal view of Downtown Cincinnati make Devou a must visit destination.
Tree Trail | 950 South Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas, Ky
Find out what trees call Fort Thomas home on a mountainous Tree Trail hike.