Alerts and Closures
Before you head out into the parks, check here for the most up-to-date information on winter sport availability, road closures, construction projects and more.
Parking Lot and River Access Closed
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Start:
November 18, 2024
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Construction
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Little Miami Scenic Corridor
Little Miami River Access Improvements at Bass Island will continue through summer of 2026. The Bass Island parking lot and river access will be closed during this time. Please refer to the project page for more information and check the website for updates on alerts and closures.
Golf Cart Paths Closed
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Start:
March 25, 2025
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Construction
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Shawnee Lookout
Due to ongoing work for the Shawnee Lookout Stream Restoration project, the former golf cart paths are closed beginning March 25, 2025. Eagle’s Landing parking lot remains open. Park roads and other trails are not affected.
Werk Road - Partial Park Closure
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Start:
May 1, 2026
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Construction
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Werk Road Property
A limited area within Werk Road Property is temporarily closed due to early site preparation for park improvements beginning later this year.
Sharon Woods Harbor - Snack Bar Closed/Temporary Boathouse Location
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Start:
May 4, 2026
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Project Related
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Sharon Woods Harbor
The Snack Bar at Sharon Woods Harbor will be closed during the Harbor Revitalization project.
Beginning Thursday, May 28, boat rentals (single kayaks, tandem kayaks, canoes and pedalboats) are available at a temporary boathouse at Lakeside Lodge, 4661 Kemper Road. This temporary location is open seasonally for the duration of the project.
Water Off at Highwood Lodge
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Start:
June 16, 2026
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Other
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Withrow Nature Preserve
The water is currently off at Highwood Lodge and the restrooms are closed.
Shawnee Lookout Boat Ramp - Parking Lot Closed
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Start:
June 24, 2026
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Flooding
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Shawnee Lookout
The Shawnee Lookout boat ramp is now open, but the parking lot remains closed until silt and debris from flooding can be removed.
Sharon Woods Wetland Plantings UTV Advisory
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Start:
June 25, 2026
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End:
July 11, 2026 -
Sharon Woods
Wetland restoration work around Sharon Lake is planned from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, June 26-July 10. Trail closures are not expected, but guests may encounter a UTV traveling intermittently along the Sharon Lake Trail to transport plantings to various restoration sites.
Farm & Equestrian Center Activities Canceled Due to Weather
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Start:
June 26, 2026
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End:
June 27, 2026
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Weather
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Winton Woods
Pony rides, wagon rides and contact yard activities at Winton Woods Farm & Equestrian Center are canceled Friday, June 26, due to weather.
Burgers & Brews Canceled June 26
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Start:
June 26, 2026
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End:
June 27, 2026
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Weather
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Lake Isabella
Burgers & Brews at Lake Isabella is canceled Friday, June 26, due to weather.
MWF Disc Golf Course Closed for The Great Picnic
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Start:
June 29, 2026
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Other
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Miami Whitewater Forest
The Miami Whitewater Forest Disc Golf Course is closed during event hours (4-9 p.m.) on Saturday, July 18, for The Great Picnic Presented by America 250-Ohio.