
Things To Do | Outdoors
Lace up your tennis shoes and unleash you inner athlete at one of the many sporting activities and park programs that Butler County, Ohio has to offer! From world-class sporting complexes to impressive wildlife parks, and nationally recognized sporting events to scenic hiking trails, there's always something sporty happening in Butler County.
Voice of America Park in West Chester is home to abundant local wildlife, includes six miles of walking and jogging trails, houses athletic fields, and the Wiggly Field Dog Park. While Smith Park in Middletown features playground equipment, picnic tables, grills, baseball diamonds, a seven acre fishing pond, and a number of events throughout the year. You can explore your daredevil side with a lesson in skydiving with Start Skydiving also located in Middletown. Joyce Park is home to attractions including Wake Nation and also hosts nationally recognized events throughout the year.
Go get out and get active at one of the many Butler County sports and recreation facilities!
Lefferson Park
2159 Breiel Blvd. Middletown OH 45044This 23 acre park features playground equipment, picnic tables, a four-diamond softball complex, basketball court, and 16 pickleball courts including 10 lighted ones. Enjoy this beautiful park full of amenities in Middletown.
Liberty Park
6757 Yankee Rd. Liberty Township OH 45044Liberty Park is a 16.5 acre-park featuring 2.2 acres of natural land, with almost 1 mile of paved path around and through the park. This Liberty Township park also has two picnic shelters and playgrounds. Come take a walk, run, or bike through Liberty Park, or enjoy a picnic with friends.
Lindenwald Park
700 Minor Ave. Hamilton OH 45015Featuring playgrounds, open spaces, and beautiful trees, this park in Hamilton is a great place to spend time with family and friends. Enjoy the volleyball court or bask in the sun while taking in the nature surrounding you!
Line Hill Mound MetroPark
3620 Hamilton Middletown Rd Hamilton OH 45011The Line Hill Mound MetroPark provides access to the 1.2-mile Earthworks Trail. It includes two main trails, the more forested Pond Trail and the Mound Trail which is more fields and scrub.
Marcum Park
106 North Second St. Hamilton OH 45011Marcum Park is a great place to kick back, relax and enjoy Hamilton, Ohio. Let the kids play in the spraygrounds or run through the open field. Catch a concert at RiversEdge Amphitheater, play in the park or peruse the offerings of the Hamilton Flea.
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
2 West High St. Oxford OH 45056Enjoy this park on the square in Uptown Oxford set in the quaint college town. This is a nice shady place to relax and enjoy Ohio's weather, or even bring some friends for a picnic! There are even fountains to run through that kids, young and young at heart, will enjoy!
Meadow Ridge MetroPark
5101 Circle Pkwy Middletown OH 45042Highlights of Meadow Ridge MetroPark include trails for hiking, biking, and running, as well as birding, picnicking, and catch-and-release fishing.
Miami University Outdoor Pursuit Center
700 South Oak St. Oxford OH 45056Part of Miami University's commitment to providing challenging and affordable experiences, the Outdoor Pursuit Center provides a wide variety of equipment available for rental, including tents, backpacks, and sleeping bags. Also available for rent are paddle boards, canoes, and kayaks! They truly...
Millikin Mile
194 N. Washington Blvd. Hamilton OH 45013Hamilton, Ohio's first disc golf course is built for beginners and advanced players alike! A walk along the Millikin Mile will take you through a grove of large mature trees, testing your ability to hit gaps from various distances. Currently a 9-hole course, the Hamilton Parks Conservancy has plans...
Millikin Morris Road Heroes Park
6116 Morris Rd. Fairfield Township OH 45011Millikin/Morris Road Heroes Park is located at the corner of Millikin and Morris Road, behind the Administration building and Fire Headquarters. Park amenities include 3 baseball diamonds, basketball court, 2 tennis courts, pickleball courts, playground, shelter, gazebo, restrooms, and a walking...