Butler County Outdoors
Glorious time in the outdoors is the perfect way to relax and unwind or find a little adventure. Whether you're looking for a serene escape or high-flying thrills, there are so many outdoor things to do in Southwest Ohio. Here you'll find a list of our top picks for a day outside.
Four Mile Creek MetroPark
2385 Treiber Rd. Hamilton OH 45011Four Mile Creek MetroPark is a beautiful place to get away from it all. Four Mile Creek joins Seven Mile Creek at the Great Miami River just north of Hamilton. Take a walk on the trails, or bring poles for an afternoon of fishing. Four Mile Creek MetroPark is also home to the 132-acre Antenen...
FurField Dog Park
6713 E River Rd. Fairfield OH 45014FurField Dog Park in Fairfield is any pup's paradise! This park features 6.5 acres of fun for you and your dog. It features multiple play areas, a pond with zero-entry edge for activities, parking, restrooms, and a shaded gathering space. The pond closes and drains each Thursday for cleaning and...
Get Air West Chester
7106 Office Park Dr. West Chester OH 45069Get Air West Chester is the place to go for high flying family fun! This indoor trampoline park features wall-to-wall trampolines, dunk lanes, tumbling tracks and dodgeball courts. Host your next party here, try your hand at becoming a ninja, and get ready for a fun-filled day!
Gilbert Farms Park
6181 Ross Road Fairfield OH 45014Gilbert Farms Park offers tennis courts, soccer fields, basketball courts, a volleyball court, and baseball diamonds. Enjoy their gazebo, grill, picnic tables, shelter, and even a historical site. Their fitness trail is a great place for walking or jogging, and with the park's many open fields, it...
Gilmore MetroPark
7950 Gilmore Rd. Hamilton OH 45011Home to abundant wildlife and one of the most impressive and vast wetland ecosystems in the country, the preserve is an ideal spot for nature lovers. Bird watching is a popular activity here, as viewing decks and observation towers are available. Make sure to check out the remains of the historic...
Goldman Park
2300-2670 Roosevelt Blvd Middletown OH 45044This 23.5 acre park features a fun playground, picnic shelter, picnic tables, softball diamonds, and double tennis court. What a lovely place to enjoy a sunny day with friends and family! Come play your favorite sport or game with friends!
Governor Bebb MetroPark
1979 Bebb Park Ln. Okeana OH 45053The smell of fresh air and a bit of historical flavor are just a few of the ingredients that bring a touch of nostalgia to this preserve. The Governor Bebb Preserve features a historical pioneer village, which includes the log house birthplace of William Bebb, Butler County native and Ohio's...
Grange Park
268 Joe Nuxhall Way Fairfield OH 45014This 19-acre beautiful facility has wide-open spaces available for soccer, ultimate frisbee, rugby, and playing catch. Enjoy the playground as well. Soccer fields are available for individual practice or team play. Sports lovers will definitely enjoy this park!
Great Miami Riverway
120 South Carmody Blvd. Middletown OH 45044The Great Miami Riverway encompasses 99 miles of beautiful paved trails, river, and connections to several different communities in Southwest Ohio. This stretch of vibrant riverfront is full of boundless activity. Enjoy kayaking, canoeing, fishing, admire lush greenery and wildlife, ride your bike...
Green Heron MetroPark
2161 New London Rd. Hamilton OH 45013This 46-acre mile long trail runs along Indian Creek. This is the perfect spot for you to enjoy the environment, get a walk or run in, and explore nature. Enjoy birding and exploring the wildlife offered at this beautiful park! The trail features a scenic overlook plus a public restroom and parking...