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March 19, 2026

Great Parks Reopens Sharon Lake

The Sharon Lake Improvement Project, one of the largest in the history of Great Parks, is now complete, and the lake has reopened to the public with new boardwalks, expanded wetlands, a new accessible kayak launch, trail improvements and new parking areas.

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March 18, 2026

Great Parks Hosts Ohio River Sweep Events in 2026

Great Parks and volunteers will roll up their sleeves to beautify the Ohio River with two Ohio River Sweep events this year

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February 27, 2026

Great Parks Begins Revitalization of Sharon Woods Harbor

Great Parks has started site preparation for construction of the revitalized Sharon Woods Harbor, with a new transformational design that will invite guests for adventure by the lakeshore, on the water and in reimagined recreation areas at the harbor.

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February 18, 2026

Great Parks and Partners Make Progress on Oasis Trail

Great Parks, the City of Cincinnati and Metro have made significant progress on funding and property acquisition in the planning of the Oasis Trail, a 4.75-mile shared-use trail that will provide a safe, dedicated pathway for bicyclists, runners, joggers and non-motorized users to travel between Sawyer Point and the Lunken Airport area.

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February 12, 2026

Great Parks, Cincinnati Parks Take First Steps on Biochar Partnership

Great Parks has started construction of a new composting facility in Winton Woods that will play a key role in a collaboration with Cincinnati Parks toward the creation of biochar, a special carbon-capturing charcoal that has multiple environmental benefits.

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