Find Outdoor & Recreation Activities in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky

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

Full Throttle Adrenaline Park

North

Full Throttle Adrenaline Park 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 Adrenaline Park 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 Room Family

North

Ohio’s only escape room geared towards…you guessed it, families.  The rooms are designed a little differently than traditional escape game experiences. In a normal... Read more

Ohio’s only escape room geared towards…you guessed it, families.  The rooms are designed a little differently than traditional escape game experiences. In a normal escape room you must solve one puzzle in order to access another puzzle. In Escape Room Family all the puzzles are out from the start of the timer. Instead of ‘... 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

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

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

Tri County Golf Ranch

North

The 9-hole Tri County Golf Ranch course (previously known as the Golden Tee At Tri-County) facility in Springdale, Ohio, features 1,207 yards of golf from the longest tees... Read more

The 9-hole Tri County Golf Ranch course (previously known as the Golden Tee At Tri-County) facility in Springdale, Ohio, features 1,207 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 27. The course rating is 35.0 and it has a slope rating of 113 on Bent grass. Designed by Jose Casterjon, the Tri County Golf Ranch golf course... 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. 

Deer Track Golf Course

East

Delhi Hills Golf Course (Par 3)

West

Black Ops Global

North

Cincinnati's only airsoft indoor play field. The terrain can be altered to give each patron a unique experience. Popular for birthday parties and events.

Cincinnati's only airsoft indoor play field. The terrain can be altered to give each patron a unique experience. Popular for birthday parties and events.

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

Arcade Legacy

North

7,600 square feet of arcade gaming goodness! Enjoy 70+ arcade and pinball cabinets, plus a console area with 20 stations to play Atari 2600, NES, Sega Genesis, PS4, WiiU,... Read more

7,600 square feet of arcade gaming goodness! Enjoy 70+ arcade and pinball cabinets, plus a console area with 20 stations to play Atari 2600, NES, Sega Genesis, PS4, WiiU, and more!

McEvoy Park

North

A large park with rolling hills and beautiful meadows as well as a play area and shelter.  Part of Cincinnati Parks

A large park with rolling hills and beautiful meadows as well as a play area and shelter. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Skyward Adventures Zipline Tours

West

Enjoy ziplining at this locally owned and operated company offering two different tours. Beginner zipliners will enjoy the Defy Gravity tour, while adrenaline junkies will... Read more

Enjoy ziplining at this locally owned and operated company offering two different tours. Beginner zipliners will enjoy the Defy Gravity tour, while adrenaline junkies will have a blast on the Skyline Tour.

The Links at Rising Star Casino

West

The Links at Rising Star Casino Resort is Southern Indiana's only true Scottish links-style golf course. This Tim Liddy designed gem features gently rolling bent grass... Read more

The Links at Rising Star Casino Resort is Southern Indiana's only true Scottish links-style golf course. This Tim Liddy designed gem features gently rolling bent grass fairways and greens nestled among traditional long waste bunkers, winding lakes and heather rough. Many holes boast panoramic views of the Ohio River Valley.

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

Smugglers Cove Marina

South > Southwest

Full service marina located just off the Ohio River offering fuel, restaurant, motel and RV hookups.

Full service marina located just off the Ohio River offering fuel, restaurant, motel and RV hookups.

Sycamore Creek Country Club

North

Since 1959, a community of members from Springboro, Centerville and surrounding areas have called Sycamore Creek Country Club their home. Sycamore Creek specializes in... Read more

Since 1959, a community of members from Springboro, Centerville and surrounding areas have called Sycamore Creek Country Club their home. Sycamore Creek specializes in providing an exceptional country club experience for families, couples, and business professionals through dynamic programming, warm hospitality and expertly... Read More

RockQuest

North

Enjoy the exhilaration of rock climbing in a sport that is getting interest worldwide. Located in the northern Cincinnati suburb of Sharonville you are just a stone’s... Read more

Enjoy the exhilaration of rock climbing in a sport that is getting interest worldwide. Located in the northern Cincinnati suburb of Sharonville you are just a stone’s throw away from seeing what indoor climbing is all about. You don't have to be an athlete, you just need a desire to try something new and different. Don't worry... Read More

Rotolo

South > Riverfront

Boutique bowling center with a full casual Italian-inspired restaurant, bars, patio and bocce.   Rotolo Bowling Bocce Eatery is a boutique bowling alley with plenty... Read more

Boutique bowling center with a full casual Italian-inspired restaurant, bars, patio and bocce.   Rotolo Bowling Bocce Eatery is a boutique bowling alley with plenty of fun to go ‘round. A license for indulgence and bowler’s paradise, Rotolo takes a modern spin on the traditional bowling alley, where it features two full-service... Read More

Brookville Lake & Beach

West

A part of the Brookville Lake-Whitewater Memorial State Park Complex, Brookville Reservoir lies in the historic east fork of the Whitewater River Valley. Traces of... Read more

A part of the Brookville Lake-Whitewater Memorial State Park Complex, Brookville Reservoir lies in the historic east fork of the Whitewater River Valley. Traces of prehistoric Native American mounds are still found throughout this valley. The area is known by some worldwide for its significant deposit of Ordovician fossils.... Read More

Legendary Run Golf Course

East

Cheers to Art!

East

It’s the perfect place to get together with friends and family to relax, unwind and enjoy time together painting while sipping your favorite beverage. Whether you consider... Read more

It’s the perfect place to get together with friends and family to relax, unwind and enjoy time together painting while sipping your favorite beverage. Whether you consider yourself artistic or have never painted before, the instructor will guide you through the featured painting of the evening… and at the end of the night, you’... Read More

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

Pebble Creek Golf Course

North

Embshoff Woods

West

This 333 acre park features a 1.0-mile Parcours fitness trail, 9-hole disc golf course, playground and reservable picnic shelters. Part of Great Parks of Hamilton County

This 333 acre park features a 1.0-mile Parcours fitness trail, 9-hole disc golf course, playground and reservable picnic shelters. Part of Great Parks of Hamilton County

Loveland Canoe and Kayak

East

Enjoy the Little Miami River as you paddle through some of the most beautiful, natural surroundings in the region. With it's designation as a State and National Scenic... Read more

Enjoy the Little Miami River as you paddle through some of the most beautiful, natural surroundings in the region. With it's designation as a State and National Scenic River this section of the Little Miami looks much the way it did 200 years ago with rolling, majestic banks, pristine waters and natural vegetation. Paddle Happy...

Vineyard Golf Course

West

Vineyard Golf Course is a scenic, well maintained, and challenging 18 hole course. Vineyard offers great golfing year round (weather permitting).

Vineyard Golf Course is a scenic, well maintained, and challenging 18 hole course. Vineyard offers great golfing year round (weather permitting).

Laurel Park

Downtown

A park created as a result of the construction on Union Terminal. It has multiple picnic tables and towering trees.  Part of Cincinnati Parks

A park created as a result of the construction on Union Terminal. It has multiple picnic tables and towering trees. Part of Cincinnati Parks

The Golf Center at Kings Island

North

Otto Armleder Memorial Park & Recreation Complex

East

This park features a 10-acre dog park with areas for large and small breeds, a canine shower and drinking fountains. It also features a new 1.0-mile paved trail that... Read more

This park features a 10-acre dog park with areas for large and small breeds, a canine shower and drinking fountains. It also features a new 1.0-mile paved trail that connects the park's existing 1.9-mile trail to the 5-mile Lunken Airfield loop, as well as a playground, reservable soccer fields, river outlook and access to the... Read More

Flagg Springs Golf Course

South > Southeast

Dunham Golf Course

West

An ideal short course for the new player learning the game or the skilled player sharpening iron play, Dunham’s seven par threes and two par fours provide the perfect mix... Read more

An ideal short course for the new player learning the game or the skilled player sharpening iron play, Dunham’s seven par threes and two par fours provide the perfect mix of challenge and fun. 9 Holes, Par 29 – 1,310 yards Practice Green

Magic Realms VR

South

Virtual Reality arcade in Fort Thomas Kentucky. 

Virtual Reality arcade in Fort Thomas Kentucky. 

Ault Park

Uptown

Ault Park is one of Cincinnati's largest and most scenic parks, with a variety of gardens, benches and plenty of playground equipment. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Ault Park is one of Cincinnati's largest and most scenic parks, with a variety of gardens, benches and plenty of playground equipment. Part of Cincinnati Parks

Great Parks of Hamilton County

North

Great Parks of Hamilton County preserves and protects natural resources and provides outdoor recreation and education opportunities for all to enjoy. Great Parks is... Read more

Great Parks of Hamilton County preserves and protects natural resources and provides outdoor recreation and education opportunities for all to enjoy. Great Parks is comprised of 17 developed parks and 4 nature preserves spanning over 17,000 acres throughout the county. Visitors enjoy nearly 80 miles of trails, multiple lakes... Read More

Avon Fields Golf Course

Uptown

Avon Fields Golf Course is Cincinnati's historic classic golf course, set on a beautiful rolling terrain of tree-lined fairways, just minutes from downtown. Challenging... Read more

Avon Fields Golf Course is Cincinnati's historic classic golf course, set on a beautiful rolling terrain of tree-lined fairways, just minutes from downtown. Challenging and fun for players of all abilities, the course's small, elevated greens perfect a player's short game skills, while the Jimmy Woods Learning Center provides... Read More

American Classical Music Walk Of Fame

Downtown

The American Classical Music Walk of Fame in Washington Park, a project of the American Classical Music Hall of Fame, is the only project in existence that combines... Read more

The American Classical Music Walk of Fame in Washington Park, a project of the American Classical Music Hall of Fame, is the only project in existence that combines classical music, mobile technology, public spaces, and a dancing fountain.  An interactive classical music application that is integrated into a major urban park... Read More

Sky Zone Springdale

North

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

Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum

Uptown

Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum, a National Historic Landmark, was chartered in 1845 and is the second largest cemetery in the United States, and the most beautiful... Read more

Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum, a National Historic Landmark, was chartered in 1845 and is the second largest cemetery in the United States, and the most beautiful according to thousands of visitors every year. Its 733 acres offer the public a magnificent arboretum, open air museum and tranquil sanctuary just minutes away... Read More

Robins Nest Par 3

West

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

Greenhills Golf Course Play and Practice

North

Take a swing on “Cincinnati Golf’s Fastest 9-Holes”.  You’ll probably play Greenhills Golf Course Play And Practice in 30 to 60 minutes, but if you’re not in a... Read more

Take a swing on “Cincinnati Golf’s Fastest 9-Holes”.  You’ll probably play Greenhills Golf Course Play And Practice in 30 to 60 minutes, but if you’re not in a hurry, you are free to take as long as you like. The holes designed by legendary PGA Professional Marty Kavanaugh, Sr. range from 67 yards to 200 yards. Your game will... Read More

Greentree Golf Club

North

Greentree Golf Club occupies a refreshingly rural parcel of Southwestern Ohio land between Cincinnati and Dayton, perfect for getting in a relaxing round, and with easy... Read more

Greentree Golf Club occupies a refreshingly rural parcel of Southwestern Ohio land between Cincinnati and Dayton, perfect for getting in a relaxing round, and with easy access to I-75. Enjoying the scenery at Greentree will be a far more simple task than making par, as there are no roads, no houses and no noise to take away... Read More

Muddy Water Equestrian Park

North

Muddy Water offers many other types of services such as trail rides, kid's rides, riding classes/lessons, after school programs, horse care clinics, mentoring programs and... Read more

Muddy Water offers many other types of services such as trail rides, kid's rides, riding classes/lessons, after school programs, horse care clinics, mentoring programs and birthday/private parties. As well, they rent the facilities for private events, barbecues or old-fashioned western picnics. Muddy Water is just what you are... Read More

Riverfront Commons

South > Riverfront

Still under development, Riverfront Commons is an 11.5-mile uninterrupted walking, running, and biking trail that will ink Northern Kentucky’s six river cities – Ludlow,... Read more

Still under development, Riverfront Commons is an 11.5-mile uninterrupted walking, running, and biking trail that will ink Northern Kentucky’s six river cities – Ludlow, Covington, Newport, Bellevue, Dayton, and Fort Thomas – to the City of Cincinnati and other local trail systems. This trail is the signature project of... 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.

Screaming Eagle Aerial Adventures

Southwest

Make a day of it and experience the free fall jumps and adventure course! Take home proof you conquered the zip lines with the free photography package of action shots.... Read more

Make a day of it and experience the free fall jumps and adventure course! Take home proof you conquered the zip lines with the free photography package of action shots.   Available seven days a week during normal Ark Encounter hours. Closed January to mid-March. Not included in Ark Encounter admission.