Hike. Bike. Paddle.

Hike, Bike and Paddle your way through Clermont County!  Discover our three state parks, a variety of award-winning nature trails, national scenic rivers like the Ohio and Little Miami, beautiful state parks and lakes, charming bike paths and exciting mountain biking.  Whether you prefer to travel on foot, on wheels or with a paddle, there’s an adventure waiting for you in Clermont!

  • Chilo Lock 34 Park

    Located on the banks of the Ohio River, this 39 –acre park features a historic river museum, wildlife nature preserve, river walk and picnic shelters. Dock your boat here for a scenic lunch stop, make a reservation with a youth or scout group for an overnight yurt experience or combine the museum with nearby points of interest for a day trip throughout southeastern Clermont County on Highway 52, the Ohio River National Scenic Byway. 

    521 County Park Rd.
    Chilo, OH 45112
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    (513) 876-9013
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  • Cincinnati Nature Center

    Rowe Woods features trails winding through Eastern deciduous forest, fields, streams, and past ponds and wetlands. It spans 1,022 acres (including 96 acres of old growth forest) and offers more than 14 miles of hiking trail. Long Branch Farm & Trails spans 758 acres of forest and farmland, with over five miles of hiking trails. Trails wind through Eastern deciduous forest, fields, streams, and past ponds and wetlands. Please note: Long Branch Farm & Trails is accessible to Cincinnati Nature Center members only. 

    4949 Tealtown Rd.
    Milford, OH 45150
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    (513) 831-1711
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  • East Fork State Park - Beach & Rec

    Located in southwest Ohio, the 4,870-acre East Fork State Park is one of the largest state parks in Ohio. The park offers diverse recreational and natural history opportunities only 25 miles from Cincinnati. Rolling hills, winding rivers, and a large lake provide a beautiful backdrop for a wonderful getaway. The park's Harsha Lake offers unlimited horsepower boating and is also an excellent lake for paddling, fishing, and swimming. Other amenities include a large scenic campground, picnic shelters, nature center, and a vast trail system for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and backpacking. 

    3294 Elklick Road
    Bethel, OH 45106
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    (513) 734-2730
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  • Kelley Nature Preserve

    Created in part with a gift to the Park District by Virginia Kelley as a memorial to her husband, Walter A. Kelley, the 42-acre nature preserve located along the scenic Little Miami River features more than a mile of hiking trails, canoe/kayak access to the Little Miami River, scenic river views and a meadow with a spectacular display of summer wildflowers. 

    297 Center St.
    Loveland, OH 45140
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    (513) 732-2977
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  • Little Miami Bike Trail

    Sparkling sunshine and cool shade with miles of paved flat trail along the Little Miami River. It’s a treat in Historic Loveland, Milford, Miami Township, Newtown and Lebanon. Affectionately called the “Loveland Bike Trail” it is the Little Miami State Park and it is 70 miles long with connections to well over 100 miles. Free parking, picnic tables, rest rooms, easy access, coffee, ice cream shops, restaurants and entertainment have made Loveland, Milford, Newtown, Miami Township & Lebanon excellent staging areas. 

    206 Railroad Ave.
    Loveland, OH 45140
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  • Loveland Paddle Sports

    At Loveland Paddlesports we strive to create a family friendly environment that encourages the exploration and appreciation of the Little Miami River through fun, outdoor adventures. You can kayak, solo or tandem, with your friends, family, team or co-workers and leave the work to our friendly, professional staff. You will enjoy the Little Miami River as you paddle through some of the most beautiful, natural surroundings in the Tri-State region. With it’s designation as a State and National Scenic River this section of the Little Miami looks much the way it did 200 years ago with rolling,... 

    174 Karl Brown Way
    Loveland, OH 45140
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    (513) 683-4611
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  • Ohio River Scenic Byway

    Venture along the Ohio River in the spirit of trailblazers and freedom seekers! Between Portsmouth and Cincinnati tour Freedom’s Landing – a glimpse of the Underground Railroad in Ripley. Ripley is the home of abolitionist Rev. John Rankin and the place that inspired Eliza’s story of crossing the frozen Ohio River in “Uncle Tom’s Cabin”. The Rankin House, a National Historic Landmark, tells the story of the escaped slaves that sought refuge at the station. The John P. Parker House Museum also commemorates the conflict – through the eyes of a former slave who was determined... 

    241 Front St.
    Mariette, OH 45750
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  • River Dogs Paddlesports

    River Dogs Paddlesports offers a perfect gateway to explore this majestic river with friends, family, and co-workers. The friendly, professional staff will provide the kayaks, equipment, and transportation letting you focus on some of the most beautiful, natural surroundings in the Tri-State region. 

    110 Ferry St.
    Milford, OH 45150
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    (513) 748-3647
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  • Scenic River Canoe Excursions

    Scenic River Canoe Excursions offers a beautiful, scenic canoe route along Ohio's most beautiful river. They are located just a few miles from beautiful Historic Old Milford. There are 6 mile and 8.5 mile trips offered along the river. 

    4595 Round Bottom Rd.
    Cincinnati, OH 45244
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    (513) 576-9000
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  • Schack's Yaks

    Rent a kayak and take a ride on the river to experience nature and have fun while doing it. Clermont County is beautiful and the river makes up a big part of that beauty, discover it all on your kayak ride. 

    400 Front St.
    New Richmond, OH 45157
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    (513) 718-8548
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  • Stonelick State Park

    Tucked away in the rolling hills of southwest Ohio, Stonelick State Park's 1,258 (1,058 acres of land and 200 acres of water) offer a quiet retreat for visitors. The still waters of the lake and tranquil woodlands provide the perfect setting for a host of outdoor recreational pursuits. Camping, boating, fishing, disc golf, swimming, hiking and picnicking are some of the fun and relaxing activities here. Stonelick is leashed pet friendly in all areas, except in beach sand area. 

    2895 Lake Dr.
    Pleasant Plain, OH 45162
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    (513) 625-6593
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  • Williamsburg to Batavia Hike Bike Trail

    This 6-mile paved trail is the perfect opportunity for runners, walkers, skaters or cyclists to enjoy the outdoors and connect with their communities. This diverse trail includes flat sections, as well as rolling hills and inclines. It shares the road with vehicles in some spots and winds through abandoned roadways originally created during the construction of East Fork State Park. It is a collaborative effort that was realized when several agencies came together to design a bike path that would encourage recreation, connectivity for the region, and an opportunity for economic growth. 

    285 W. Main St.
    Williamsburg, OH 45176
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