Cincinnati has a robust collection of outdoor offerings. With more than 100 parks, our park system is comprised of over 5,000 acres. And because of its central location in the Midwest, Cincinnati is mere hours from beautiful weekend destinations.
From fountains and gardens to playgrounds and more, Smale Riverfront Park is a park for the generations.
Making up a mile-long stretch of park along Cincinnati’s riverfront, Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove are home to many of the region’s most popular festivals.
Sharon Woods has a rich history of providing great recreational opportunities. With a 2.6-mile paved multi-purpose trail, a 1.0-mile Parcours trail and the 0.7-mile Gorge nature trail, the park is a popular spot to exercise outdoors.
Spanning more than 223 acres, Ault Park is the fourth largest park in Cincinnati. In addition to its beautiful Pavilion and breathtaking gardens, the park provides picnic facilities, nature trails and children’s play areas.
Visitors can explore 1,800 acres and 20 miles of trails through forests, prairies, streams, ponds, and wetlands at two locations within the Cincinnati Nature Center.
Camping can be taken to the extreme at Red River Gorge Geological Area, part of the Daniel Boone National Forest, located less than three hours from Cincinnati.
Just three hours south of Cincinnati, you will find Mammoth Cave National Park - home to the longest known cave system in the world.
With more than two dozen trails and 23 tubing lanes, Perfect North Slopes offers something for everyone. Located just 40 minutes from Cincinnati, this is an ideal weekend destination.