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Great Parks of Hamilton County

Our Mission is to preserve and protect natural resources and to provide outdoor recreation and education in order to enhance the quality of life for present and future generations.

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COVID-19

For updated information and program cancellations, visit greatparks.org/COVID-19

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Become a Birder

You don't need to be an expert to start birding. Spy these local birds outside right now!

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Nature Quest

Become a master naturalist by discovering what creatures live in Hamilton County.

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Conservation

Here for you, here for the creatures that call Great Parks home.

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Protecting 17,700 acres and counting pine needles
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Parks@Home

Your online nature activity hub where you can enjoy Great Parks anytime, anywhere.

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Get Your Annual Motor Vehicle Permit

A valid Motor Vehicle Permit is required to enter the parks. Cost for residents of Hamilton County: $10 annual/$5 daily; other visitors: $16 annual/$8 daily. Otto Armleder Memorial Park & Recreation Complex and Fernbank Park are cooperative ventures with the City of Cincinnati; therefore, a Motor Vehicle Permit is not required.

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