Find Outdoor & Recreation Activities in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bonnybrook Farms

North

A beautiful 370 acre historic working farm with fresh air, room to roam and run, fishing ponds, woodlands & so much more. It’s all here at Bonnybrook Farms, located... Read more

A beautiful 370 acre historic working farm with fresh air, room to roam and run, fishing ponds, woodlands & so much more. It’s all here at Bonnybrook Farms, located just 20 minutes east of Kings Island in southeastern Warren County.     At the Chuck Wagon Dinner Ride work up an appetite with some ‘Fun on the Farm’... Read More

Mitchell Memorial Forest

West

This park offers over eight miles of challenging mountain bike trail, a 1.0-mile Wood Duck nature trail, the River Hill “catch and release” fishing pond, playground,... Read more

This park offers over eight miles of challenging mountain bike trail, a 1.0-mile Wood Duck nature trail, the River Hill “catch and release” fishing pond, playground, picnic areas and the reservable Pine Meadow Youth Camp. Part of Great Parks of Hamilton County

Caldwell Nature Preserve

North

Caldwell Nature Preserve hosts a variety of old and new trees and flora. It also is home to many different types of animals and wildlife as well as a wheelchair accessible... Read more

Caldwell Nature Preserve hosts a variety of old and new trees and flora. It also is home to many different types of animals and wildlife as well as a wheelchair accessible paved trail. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Belterra Casino Golf Course

West

Designed by legend Tom Fazio, this world-class championship course was ranked in the top 20 casino golf courses in the U.S. by Golfweek. Created to highlight the natural... Read more

Designed by legend Tom Fazio, this world-class championship course was ranked in the top 20 casino golf courses in the U.S. by Golfweek. Created to highlight the natural surroundings, winding through lakes and over 2,200 trees, the par 71 course challenges players with water hazards and bunkers set amidst the beautiful rolling... Read More

Cedarbrook Campground

North

Camping options include both RV and tent campsites as well as cabins for rent. Amenities include a swimming pool, dog park, 24 laundry facilities, and a general store.... Read more

Camping options include both RV and tent campsites as well as cabins for rent. Amenities include a swimming pool, dog park, 24 laundry facilities, and a general store. Located just 8 miles from Kings Island.

Summit Park Ice Rink

North

Take an icy stroll on Summit Park's very own ice skating rink!

Take an icy stroll on Summit Park's very own ice skating rink!

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

Big Bone Lick State Historic Site

South > Southwest

Big Bone Lick is a unique state park where the prehistoric past is enshrined, containing the remains of some of America’s early animal inhabitants.  Once covered with... Read more

Big Bone Lick is a unique state park where the prehistoric past is enshrined, containing the remains of some of America’s early animal inhabitants.  Once covered with swamps, the land that makes up Big Bone Lick had a combination of minerals and water that animals found difficult to resist.     For centuries great beasts of the... Read More

Wasson Way Bike Trail

Uptown

Newly completed, phase 1 of the Wasson Bike Trail begins from Madison Road, near La Rosa's and Busken Bakery, to Tamarack Avenue near Dana Avenue and I-71. While a short... Read more

Newly completed, phase 1 of the Wasson Bike Trail begins from Madison Road, near La Rosa's and Busken Bakery, to Tamarack Avenue near Dana Avenue and I-71. While a short section, it connects to Withrow High School, Rookwood Commons and Rookwood Pavilion shopping areas, and many streets in the west Hyde Park area such as... Read More

Miami Whitewater Forest

West

The sprawling 4,438 acre park includes wetlands with a wildlife viewing shelter located along the Shaker Trace Trail, disc golf course, three nature trails, two fitness... Read more

The sprawling 4,438 acre park includes wetlands with a wildlife viewing shelter located along the Shaker Trace Trail, disc golf course, three nature trails, two fitness trails, 18-hole golf facility with driving range, campground, soccer complex, 85-acre lake with fishing, bike, boat rental, and snack bar, an 11-acre dog park,... Read More

Civic Garden Center of Greater Cincinnati

Uptown

The Civic Garden Center of Greater Cincinnati is a gardening resource dedicated to enriching lives through education and community beautification. It's delightfully... Read more

The Civic Garden Center of Greater Cincinnati is a gardening resource dedicated to enriching lives through education and community beautification. It's delightfully landscaped eight acres located on Reading Road two-and-a-half miles from downtown Cincinnati. The grounds are maintained by volunteers who donate their time and... Read More

Meadow Links & Golf Academy

North

Meadow Links & Golf Academy is located in Winton Woods near The Mill Course in Forest Park. The facility offers a 9-hole mid-length course, a covered and heated... Read more

Meadow Links & Golf Academy is located in Winton Woods near The Mill Course in Forest Park. The facility offers a 9-hole mid-length course, a covered and heated practice tee and a natural turf practice area. 

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

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

The Beach Waterpark

North

White sand, cool water, wild waves, and real palm trees... no, this isn’t Florida, this is Ohio, and it’s a blast! Go airborne on the five-story drop of “The Cliff”, lazy... Read more

White sand, cool water, wild waves, and real palm trees... no, this isn’t Florida, this is Ohio, and it’s a blast! Go airborne on the five-story drop of “The Cliff”, lazy the day away in the “Kokomo” river, or propel your body at 65-miles per hour on “The Banzai”. Mom and Dad can relax, toes in the sand, under the shade of a... Read More

Swing365

North

A fully functioning indoor golf course with virtual play and high definition golf simulators for when the weather outside isn't ideal for golf. Book a tee time on the... Read more

A fully functioning indoor golf course with virtual play and high definition golf simulators for when the weather outside isn't ideal for golf. Book a tee time on the website and choose from their 27 course choices.

The Mill Course

North

The Mill Course is a par 71 layout with five sets of tees that range from 3,470 yards to 6,376 yards, providing a round of enjoyment for every player. The Mill Course has... Read more

The Mill Course is a par 71 layout with five sets of tees that range from 3,470 yards to 6,376 yards, providing a round of enjoyment for every player. The Mill Course has five lakes that add an extra challenge and beauty to the course.

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

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

Fairview Park

Uptown

Established in 1931, Fairview Park offers a beautiful view of downtown Cincinnati, the Ohio River, and Union Terminal.  Part of Cincinnati Parks

Established in 1931, Fairview Park offers a beautiful view of downtown Cincinnati, the Ohio River, and Union Terminal. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Kennedy Heights Park

North

Kennedy Heights Park provides a pleasant neighborhood retreat. The park has picnic tables, play equipment, and a soccer field, as well as walking trails. Part of... Read more

Kennedy Heights Park provides a pleasant neighborhood retreat. The park has picnic tables, play equipment, and a soccer field, as well as walking trails. Part of Cincinnati Parks

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

Hemingway Carriages

Downtown

Downtown Cincinnati carriage tours on a walk-up basis. Grab a beautiful and memorable ride in a horse drawn carriage starting at 5th and Vine across from Fountain Square.... Read more

Downtown Cincinnati carriage tours on a walk-up basis. Grab a beautiful and memorable ride in a horse drawn carriage starting at 5th and Vine across from Fountain Square. 

Pebble Creek Golf Course

North

Fountain Square Ice Rink

Downtown

Skate the day (or evening) away on Fountain Square amidst downtown’s tallest buildings. At 7,000 square feet, it is about the size of the rink at New York's... Read more

Skate the day (or evening) away on Fountain Square amidst downtown’s tallest buildings. At 7,000 square feet, it is about the size of the rink at New York's Rockefeller Center. Amenities include skate rental, lockers, benches, and concessions options. Warm up with hot drinks and sweets at Graeter's on the Square or Ingredients... Read More

Tower Park

South > Southeast

86.6 acres of hilly trails and picnic areas for families and kids to enjoy. Located close to the Ohio River and given its name from the 102 foot stone tower at the park... Read more

86.6 acres of hilly trails and picnic areas for families and kids to enjoy. Located close to the Ohio River and given its name from the 102 foot stone tower at the park entrance. The park is also home to a 4-mile mountain bike trail.

Archery Arena

North

The first and only dedicated combat archery facility in Cincinnati. Think dodgeball with specially made bows and arrows.

The first and only dedicated combat archery facility in Cincinnati. Think dodgeball with specially made bows and arrows.

Bettman Nature Preserve

Uptown

A collection of wooded acres donated in 1977 by Mrs. Arthur M. Bettman to preserve nature and provide a place for wildlife to flourish. The park is home to walking and... Read more

A collection of wooded acres donated in 1977 by Mrs. Arthur M. Bettman to preserve nature and provide a place for wildlife to flourish. The park is home to walking and biking trails as well as a wheelchair accessible nature center. Part of Cincinnati Parks

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.

Mt. Airy Forest

West

Accessible from Mt. Airy and Westwood, Mt. Airy Forest's 1,459 acres includes miles of hiking trails and bridle trails (located off Diehl Road) for horseback riders. Mt.... Read more

Accessible from Mt. Airy and Westwood, Mt. Airy Forest's 1,459 acres includes miles of hiking trails and bridle trails (located off Diehl Road) for horseback riders. Mt. Airy has Ohio's only wheelchair accessible public treehouse, an enclosed dog park, and disc golf. Mt. Airy Arboretum's specialty gardens, gazebos and... Read More

Ziegler Park

Downtown

Ziegler park features a lawn with 2 acres of green space, a basketball area with a play surface that can accommodate up to three games, a game area for older children and... Read more

Ziegler park features a lawn with 2 acres of green space, a basketball area with a play surface that can accommodate up to three games, a game area for older children and adults to enjoy, and a playground for children ages 2-12  equipped with problem solving activities, balance activities, climbers, and more. The main... Read More

The Vineyard Golf Course

East

An 18-hole golf course located at Woodland Mound, The Vineyard Golf Course consistently ranks as one of golfers’ favorite courses in southern Ohio. The facility has... Read more

An 18-hole golf course located at Woodland Mound, The Vineyard Golf Course consistently ranks as one of golfers’ favorite courses in southern Ohio. The facility has received awards from Golf Digest, Golf World, National Golf Foundation, Golf for Women Magazine and City Beat magazine. The course is a par 71 and measures 4,747... Read More

Redman's Farm and Winery

South

Redmans’ Farm established in 1941, is a 5th generation working farm, nestled in the valley of southern Kenton County Kentucky, bordering the Licking River. Enjoy wine... Read more

Redmans’ Farm established in 1941, is a 5th generation working farm, nestled in the valley of southern Kenton County Kentucky, bordering the Licking River. Enjoy wine tastings, family events and 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

Scallywag Tag

West

Families can enjoy a two-story story laser tag arena, 18 hole black light mini golf, arcade games, Top Sail Tavern (a sports bar for adults) and a snack bar with pizza,... Read more

Families can enjoy a two-story story laser tag arena, 18 hole black light mini golf, arcade games, Top Sail Tavern (a sports bar for adults) and a snack bar with pizza, sandwiches and wings.

Cincinnati Nature Center

East

Cincinnati Nature Center is a non-profit, nature education organization and community of people who enjoy and care about nature. CNC is among the top ten nature centers... Read more

Cincinnati Nature Center is a non-profit, nature education organization and community of people who enjoy and care about nature. CNC is among the top ten nature centers in the country and offers something for people of all ages, in all seasons. The award-winning trails wind through the region’s natural habitats of eastern... Read More

Eden Park

Uptown

Home to the Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park and the Krohn Conservatory, Eden Park is one of the most popular of the Cincinnati Parks. Landmarks... Read more

Home to the Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park and the Krohn Conservatory, Eden Park is one of the most popular of the Cincinnati Parks. Landmarks within the park include Hinkle Magnolia Garden, which features a picturesque gazebo, memorial tree groves and paths, Mirror Lake, and the Bettman Fountain. Twin... Read More

Marcum Park

North

Adjacent to RiversEdge Amphitheater, the Courtyard Hotel, and German Village Historic District, Marcum Park is a prime location for recreation and special events.

Adjacent to RiversEdge Amphitheater, the Courtyard Hotel, and German Village Historic District, Marcum Park is a prime location for recreation and special events.

Miami Whitewater Forest Golf Course

West

Miami Whitewater Forest Golf Course is a Par 71 layout with four sets of tees ranging from 4,936–6,818 yards, allowing golfers of all ages and abilities to enjoy their... Read more

Miami Whitewater Forest Golf Course is a Par 71 layout with four sets of tees ranging from 4,936–6,818 yards, allowing golfers of all ages and abilities to enjoy their round. The course includes a practice range, putting green and a full-service snack bar with a spacious patio

Inwood Park

Uptown

A small park located on Vine Street with green spaces, meadows, and a small lake.  Part of Cincinnati Parks

A small park located on Vine Street with green spaces, meadows, and a small lake. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Wilson Commons

West

Wilson Commons is known for it's beautiful view of downtown Cincinnati and the Kentucky hills. It has a small pond area (no swimming) and paved pathways.  Part... Read more

Wilson Commons is known for it's beautiful view of downtown Cincinnati and the Kentucky hills. It has a small pond area (no swimming) and paved pathways. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Hopkins Park

Uptown

A small neighborhood park with beautiful green areas, basketball courts, and a playground.  Part of Cincinnati Parks

A small neighborhood park with beautiful green areas, basketball courts, and a playground. Part of Cincinnati Parks