Find Outdoor & Recreation Activities in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky

The Web Extreme Entertainment

North

Jack of all games. Masters of fun. Laser tag, go karts, mini bowling, and mini golf offer something just just about everyone. We pride ourself on our staff, and trust them... Read more

Jack of all games. Masters of fun. Laser tag, go karts, mini bowling, and mini golf offer something just just about everyone. We pride ourself on our staff, and trust them to ensure that you have nothing but Fun at the WEB.    Birthday parties? We do those. Corporate team building? We do that too. Just need something to do on a... Read More

Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum

North

Pyramid Hill is one of few sculpture parks in the United States. Upon opening in 1996, it was touted as the "most beautiful natural setting of any art park in the country... Read more

Pyramid Hill is one of few sculpture parks in the United States. Upon opening in 1996, it was touted as the "most beautiful natural setting of any art park in the country" by Atlantic Monthly. This 335-acre park features more than 60 monumental contemporary sculptures. The park’s Ancient Sculpture Museum displays antiquities... Read More

Full Throttle Indoor Karting

North

Full Throttle Indoor Karting is Cincinnati’s premier high-speed indoor go-kart track. Everyone from the novice to the professional racer will enjoy their state-of-the-art... Read more

Full Throttle Indoor Karting is Cincinnati’s premier high-speed indoor go-kart track. Everyone from the novice to the professional racer will enjoy their state-of-the-art karts and racing at speeds up to 40mph. Featuring 2 High Speed tracks, racers can choose which track to tackle – or better yet, why choose? Drive them both!... Read More

Dart Rush

South > Riverfront

Dart Rush is an indoor arena for play with NERF® blasters located at Newport on the Levee. It is designed for families, friends, and coworkers to play and make memories... Read more

Dart Rush is an indoor arena for play with NERF® blasters located at Newport on the Levee. It is designed for families, friends, and coworkers to play and make memories together. Play can be booked for one or two hour sessions; each session consists of various quick games like capture the flag, king of the hill, and last person... Read More

Krohn Conservatory

Uptown

Built in 1933 at the height of the Art Deco era, Krohn Conservatory showcases more than 3,500 plant species from around the world. The conservatory changes throughout... Read more

Built in 1933 at the height of the Art Deco era, Krohn Conservatory showcases more than 3,500 plant species from around the world. The conservatory changes throughout the year with special exhibits and programs, including the ever-popular Butterfly Show where thousands of butterflies are free to fly throughout the Krohn... Read More

EnterTRAINment Junction

North

Billed as the the world's only railroad-themed family entertainment center, EnterTRAINment Junction offers the largest indoor train display at 25,000 square feet with more... Read more

Billed as the the world's only railroad-themed family entertainment center, EnterTRAINment Junction offers the largest indoor train display at 25,000 square feet with more than two miles of track and 90 trains depicting every era of American railroading. Kids can bounce, climb and crawl through “Imagination Junction,” a 5,000-... Read More

Topgolf West Chester

North

Topgolf is the premier golf entertainment complex where the competition of sport meets your favorite local hangout. Players hit golf balls containing computer microchips... Read more

Topgolf is the premier golf entertainment complex where the competition of sport meets your favorite local hangout. Players hit golf balls containing computer microchips that track each shot’s accuracy and distance while also awarding points for hitting targets on the outfield. The upscale, laid-back experience features more... Read More

The Escape Game

Downtown

Located in The Banks, The Escape Game is Cincinnati’s #1 escape room and immersive adventure. As a premier provider of escape rooms, The Escape Game’s adventures play like... Read more

Located in The Banks, The Escape Game is Cincinnati’s #1 escape room and immersive adventure. As a premier provider of escape rooms, The Escape Game’s adventures play like Hollywood blockbusters with twists, turns, and jaw-dropping surprises around every corner.    Their 60-minute adventures bring epic stories to life in a one-... Read More

Great Miami Riverway

North

The Great Miami Riverway is 99 miles of river, paved trails, and connected communities. Find your way to Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park or try an art class at the Fitton... Read more

The Great Miami Riverway is 99 miles of river, paved trails, and connected communities. Find your way to Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park or try an art class at the Fitton Center in Hamilton. Whether you stay in the “City of Sculpture” or drive to Franklin to take the Great Miami River Recreation Trail all the way up to Sidney, you’... Read More

Archery Arena

North

The first and only dedicated archery dodgeball facility in the midwest. Battle your friends and family with bows and specially engineered foam-tipped arrows.

The first and only dedicated archery dodgeball facility in the midwest. Battle your friends and family with bows and specially engineered foam-tipped arrows.

Escape The Room Challenge

North

Escape The Room Challenge is a next-generation interactive adventure based on the classic “escape the room” on-line video games in which players are trapped in a room and... Read more

Escape The Room Challenge is a next-generation interactive adventure based on the classic “escape the room” on-line video games in which players are trapped in a room and must find clues and solve puzzles in order to escape…all the while the clock is ticking! Escape room adventures are the latest entertainment attraction... Read More

Cincinnati Parks

Downtown

Cincinnati Parks manages five regional parks, 70 neighborhood parks, 34 natural areas, five nature centers, an arboretum, a plant conservatory, nine scenic overlooks, 50... Read more

Cincinnati Parks manages five regional parks, 70 neighborhood parks, 34 natural areas, five nature centers, an arboretum, a plant conservatory, nine scenic overlooks, 50 miles of hiking and bridle trails and more. 

DevouCycle

South

Bike rental service offering a variety of bikes for adults and children including road bikes and mountain bikes. Located at Devou Park

Bike rental service offering a variety of bikes for adults and children including road bikes and mountain bikes. Located at Devou Park

Sky Zone Cincinnati

East

Sky Zone is the world’s first indoor trampoline park. We’re the inventors of “fun fitness” and the makers of trampolines as far as the eye can see. We give you one of the... Read more

Sky Zone is the world’s first indoor trampoline park. We’re the inventors of “fun fitness” and the makers of trampolines as far as the eye can see. We give you one of the greatest workouts ever combined with awesome, healthy fun. We’ve been voted the number one out of the box workout, the best birthday party ever and best... Read More

Screaming Raptor Zip Line and Canopy Adventure Tours

South > Southwest

Located at the Creation Museum featuring over two and a half miles of zip lines and sky bridges. Soar over a three-acre lake with the Ptero-Soar option, or go for a more... Read more

Located at the Creation Museum featuring over two and a half miles of zip lines and sky bridges. Soar over a three-acre lake with the Ptero-Soar option, or go for a more rigorous course involving 2½ to 3 hours of airtime with the Adventure Tour Plus. Add to your day of adventure with an 800-foot line and 1,700-foot racing lines... Read More

Devou Golf & Event Center

South > Riverfront

Northern Kentucky's premier public golf course takes golfers through rolling hills and scenic views of downtown Covington, Kentucky and Cincinnati, Ohio. This one-of-a-... Read more

Northern Kentucky's premier public golf course takes golfers through rolling hills and scenic views of downtown Covington, Kentucky and Cincinnati, Ohio. This one-of-a-kind eighteen hole golf course presents its own set of challenges for both the expert golfer and novice beginner. Set within beautiful Devou Park in Covington,... Read More

Land of Illusion Adventure Park

North

Land of Illusion Adventure Park is a place for fun throughout the seasons!   Spend your summer splashing in the Wibit Adventure Zone. Play a game with friends at... Read more

Land of Illusion Adventure Park is a place for fun throughout the seasons!   Spend your summer splashing in the Wibit Adventure Zone. Play a game with friends at Game Works or The Spike Spot. Or relax and enjoy a paddle in Paddle Bay or a libation at Sandy Cove and Aqua Lounge.   In the fall, enjoy SPOOK-tacular haunted... Read More

Pebble Creek Golf Course

North

SkyStar Observation Wheel

Downtown

Enjoy unique views of downtown Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and the Ohio River from aboard the 150 foot Skystar Observation Wheel. Each of the 36 gondolas is enclosed,... Read more

Enjoy unique views of downtown Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and the Ohio River from aboard the 150 foot Skystar Observation Wheel. Each of the 36 gondolas is enclosed, climate controlled and can hold up to six passengers. The SkyStar experience consists of four revolutions and lasts approximately 12 minutes.

Woodland Mound

East

The visitor center at the park features wildlife exhibits and a gift shop. Breezy Point Pavilion is home to Parky’s Wetland Adventure playground and snack bar (which... Read more

The visitor center at the park features wildlife exhibits and a gift shop. Breezy Point Pavilion is home to Parky’s Wetland Adventure playground and snack bar (which offers children’s celebration packages), a regular playground and picnic areas. Woodland Mound also has an 18-hole disc golf course and boat launch ramp to the... Read More

Defy

South

Defy a collection of extreme air sport parks across America that are rewriting the rules of sport — giving communities a place where they’re free to express and push... Read more

Defy a collection of extreme air sport parks across America that are rewriting the rules of sport — giving communities a place where they’re free to express and push themselves. Enjoy extreme play like the trapese, Ninja Obstacle Course, foam pits, open jump, extreme dodgeball and more! 

Avon Woods

Uptown

Located four miles from Downtown, this park boasts of extensive hiking trails, hills, and streams. They also offer nature day camps for children during the summer months.... Read more

Located four miles from Downtown, this park boasts of extensive hiking trails, hills, and streams. They also offer nature day camps for children during the summer months. Part of Cincinnati Parks  

Magrish Preserve

East

A river bottom habitat located on the Little Miami River. It is home to wildlife such as ducks, frogs, fox, deer, and beavers.  Part of Cincinnati Parks

A river bottom habitat located on the Little Miami River. It is home to wildlife such as ducks, frogs, fox, deer, and beavers. Part of Cincinnati Parks

California Woods

East

With its 113 acres of forest, California Woods Nature Preserve offers something for all nature lovers. The park features 53 species of trees, more than 200 species of... Read more

With its 113 acres of forest, California Woods Nature Preserve offers something for all nature lovers. The park features 53 species of trees, more than 200 species of herbaceous plants, and Lick Run Creek, home to kingfishers, snapping turtles, small fish, myriad invertebrates and the occasional visit from grebes, mallards,... Read More

Daniel Drake Park

North

A 66 acre park named for the founder of Cincinnati's first medical college. The park offers beautiful views, trails, and play areas for children. Part of ... Read more

A 66 acre park named for the founder of Cincinnati's first medical college. The park offers beautiful views, trails, and play areas for children. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Larz Anderson Park

Uptown

A hillside park with a view of the Ohio River located conveniently above Columbia Parkway.  Part of Cincinnati Parks

A hillside park with a view of the Ohio River located conveniently above Columbia Parkway. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Three Springs Campground

South

Three Springs Campground is a family friendly campground with an emphasis on healthy outdoor activities. The ecosystem of this valley is protected as you are invited to... Read more

Three Springs Campground is a family friendly campground with an emphasis on healthy outdoor activities. The ecosystem of this valley is protected as you are invited to appreciate and enjoy its natural beauty and diversity.  A recreation hall is available for private events, and a large swimming pool, a fishing pond, and a... Read More

Mt. Storm Park

Uptown

Located in Clifton, this park has picnic areas, green spaces, and a beautiful gazebo.  Part of Cincinnati Parks

Located in Clifton, this park has picnic areas, green spaces, and a beautiful gazebo. Part of Cincinnati Parks

River Ridge Park

South

Located 2 miles from the Rabbit Hash General Store, River Ridge Park offers camping for RVs and trailers. Amenities include a grocery store, swimming pool, laundry... Read more

Located 2 miles from the Rabbit Hash General Store, River Ridge Park offers camping for RVs and trailers. Amenities include a grocery store, swimming pool, laundry facilities, a playground, and fishing.

Florence Family Aquatic Center

South > Southwest

This premier facility contains a lazy river, competition pool, zero depth area, two spray grounds, a spiral and a speed slides, sunbathing areas, shelters, funbrellas,... Read more

This premier facility contains a lazy river, competition pool, zero depth area, two spray grounds, a spiral and a speed slides, sunbathing areas, shelters, funbrellas, bathhouse (including family restrooms) and concessions area. A paved path surrounds the outside of the facility. It is located at the south end of the Florence... Read More

Sayler Park

West

Known as Cincinnati's western gateway, this park spans much of the area below the Delhi area of Cincinnati. It offers play spaces and relaxing picnic areas. ... Read more

Known as Cincinnati's western gateway, this park spans much of the area below the Delhi area of Cincinnati. It offers play spaces and relaxing picnic areas. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Alms Park

Uptown

This hilltop 94-acre park was given to the Park Board in 1916 as a memorial to Frederick H. Alms by his wife. The land was once owned by Nicholas Longworth, who produced... Read more

This hilltop 94-acre park was given to the Park Board in 1916 as a memorial to Frederick H. Alms by his wife. The land was once owned by Nicholas Longworth, who produced his Catawba wine there before the Civil War. From its heights, one can see the juncture of the Little Miami River with the gigantic bend of the Ohio, the hills... Read More

EarthJoy Tree Adventures

South > Southeast

Northern Kentucky's First Professional Tree-Climbing Company offers classes and experiences. Tree Climbers takes you step by step through the fun and safety in the trees... Read more

Northern Kentucky's First Professional Tree-Climbing Company offers classes and experiences. Tree Climbers takes you step by step through the fun and safety in the trees. All lines are set, the knots are tied and ready to climb when you arrive. Try Tree Climbing first through one of our facilitation classes. Once you feel the... Read More

Urban Axes

Downtown

OTR has their very own axe throwing with full bar! Get help on your axe honing skills by a local in-house "axepert".

OTR has their very own axe throwing with full bar! Get help on your axe honing skills by a local in-house "axepert".

Riverside Food Tours: Cincinnati Cocktail + Spirits Tour

Downtown

Cut loose, mix n’ mingle on the newest "Cocktail + Spirits" tour.  Enjoy a relaxed pace and the comfort of sitting down to enjoy spectacular views! Sip and savor a... Read more

Cut loose, mix n’ mingle on the newest "Cocktail + Spirits" tour.  Enjoy a relaxed pace and the comfort of sitting down to enjoy spectacular views! Sip and savor a variety of alcoholic beverages paired with small bites at 4 unique restaurants.  See for yourself the unique character of every stop chosen and what sets each apart... Read More

Landen Deerfield Park

North

95 acres of open space with ball fields, sports courts, hiking & biking trails & a lake for fishing. The bike trail is 2.6 miles and is best used from March until... Read more

95 acres of open space with ball fields, sports courts, hiking & biking trails & a lake for fishing. The bike trail is 2.6 miles and is best used from March until November.

Mt. Airy Arboretum

West

An arboretum featuring hundreds of different types of trees as well as garden areas and walking paths.  Part of Cincinnati Parks

An arboretum featuring hundreds of different types of trees as well as garden areas and walking paths. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Parky's Farm

North

Located within Winton Woods, Parky's Farm is a 100-acre educational farm with live animals, wagon and pony rides, playground, indoor Parky's Playbarn, and more.

Located within Winton Woods, Parky's Farm is a 100-acre educational farm with live animals, wagon and pony rides, playground, indoor Parky's Playbarn, and more.

Omni Funplex

North

A state of the art, 35,000 sq.ft. large sports themed Family Entertainment Center.

A state of the art, 35,000 sq.ft. large sports themed Family Entertainment Center.

Chuck E. Cheese's

East

Family entertainment center and restaurant offering pizza, arcade games, and birthday parties.

Family entertainment center and restaurant offering pizza, arcade games, and birthday parties.

Buttercup Valley

Uptown

Located in Northside, this park is a favorite of locals due to its many hiking trails and beautiful scenery.  Part of Cincinnati Parks

Located in Northside, this park is a favorite of locals due to its many hiking trails and beautiful scenery. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Climb Time of Blue Ash

North

Climb Time of Blue Ash offers over 7,000 square feet of climbing facilities. The venue specializes in bouldering but also offers a variety of top-rope climbing. No... Read more

Climb Time of Blue Ash offers over 7,000 square feet of climbing facilities. The venue specializes in bouldering but also offers a variety of top-rope climbing. No experience is required and all skill levels are welcome. 

Lytle Park

Downtown

A park nestled in the middle of Downtown Cincinnati as an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. PARTS OF THE PARK MAY BE CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTION UNTIL LATE... Read more

A park nestled in the middle of Downtown Cincinnati as an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. PARTS OF THE PARK MAY BE CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTION UNTIL LATE 2018 Part of Cincinnati Parks

Winton Woods

North

Winton Centre is headquarters to Great Parks of Hamilton County guest services, administrative offices, rangers and naturalists. The auditorium features nature-related... Read more

Winton Centre is headquarters to Great Parks of Hamilton County guest services, administrative offices, rangers and naturalists. The auditorium features nature-related educational exhibits. The park has reservable picnic areas and shelters with Great Parks Catering available. Winton Woods also offers an 18-hole disc golf course... Read More

Chuck E. Cheese's

North

Family entertainment center and restaurant offering pizza, arcade games, and birthday parties.

Family entertainment center and restaurant offering pizza, arcade games, and birthday parties.

Scene75

East

Scene75 Entertainment Center is 90,000 square foot indoor entertainment venue featureing a full-service restaurant, two bars, an indoor electric go-kart track, a two-story... Read more

Scene75 Entertainment Center is 90,000 square foot indoor entertainment venue featureing a full-service restaurant, two bars, an indoor electric go-kart track, a two-story laser tag arena, 18 holes of black-light miniature golf, more than 110 video and prize redemption arcade games, a video game theater, six mini-bowling lanes... Read More

Sharon Woods

North

Sharon Woods is a popular 730-acre park that features a visitor center with exhibits, gift shop and an accessible two-story indoor play area for children ages 2-12. The... Read more

Sharon Woods is a popular 730-acre park that features a visitor center with exhibits, gift shop and an accessible two-story indoor play area for children ages 2-12. The park is a popular spot to exercise outdoors with a 2.6-mile paved trail around the lake, a 1.0-mile fitness trail and the 0.7-mile Gorge nature trail. The... Read More

Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park

Uptown

Located along the Ohio River just east of downtown, is a sumptuous and award-winning display of sculpture and flora representing five continents and also featuring a... Read more

Located along the Ohio River just east of downtown, is a sumptuous and award-winning display of sculpture and flora representing five continents and also featuring a riverside bike trail and walking paths. Named for Cincinnati’s first African-American mayor, it serves as a lasting tribute to world unity and global understanding... Read More

Bellevue Beach Park

South > Riverfront

The Thomas J. Wiethorn Memorial Beach Park is located down the street from Newport Aquarium and Newport on the Levee on the banks of the Ohio River. The park is the home... Read more

The Thomas J. Wiethorn Memorial Beach Park is located down the street from Newport Aquarium and Newport on the Levee on the banks of the Ohio River. The park is the home of Bellevue, Kentucky’s summer concert series and also includes a walking track, gazebo, picnic tables, playground, basketball hoops and benches for gazing out... Read More

Eagles Nest Golf Course

East

Eagles Nest Golf Course is an exciting 18 hole regulation course. From the longest tees it offers 6,145 yards of golf for par of 71. The course was designed by Taylor Boyd... Read more

Eagles Nest Golf Course is an exciting 18 hole regulation course. From the longest tees it offers 6,145 yards of golf for par of 71. The course was designed by Taylor Boyd and opened in 1962. The course rating is 69.4 with a slope rating of 122. Eagles Nest is a daily fee golf course with an " Open to the Public" guest policy.