Selbald Park horse trails closed seasonally, will reopen Spring 2022
The horse trails located within the Sebald Park Area of Elk Creek MetroPark have closed for the season. The horse trails will reopen April 16, 2022.
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Public Programs
MetroParks of Butler County offers a variety of public, educational programs for all ages. Program opportunities include natural and cultural history that are led by MetroParks experienced educators and skilled volunteers. For a complete listing of programs, visit our Programs & Events page. Some programs may require pre-registration and/or may have a fee.
Motor Vehicle Permit required. FREE to Butler County Residents. Non-Residents $8/daily or $15 annually.
Field Trips and Hourly Programs
Engaging, educational, and fun fee-based programs for both residents and non-residents are also available. Individuals and organizations can take advantage of these options at most MetroPark locations. Choose from a variety of topics for school programs, birthday parties, youth gathering, scout programs and more! Customized programs on topics of your choice may also be an option too. See the guides below for more information.
Contact our scheduler by emailing programs@YourMetroParks.net with questions or to schedule a program for your group today!
MetroParks of Butler County Field Trip Guide
MetroParks of Butler County Hourly Program Guide
"Best field trip in 30 years of teaching!!"-Ms. Schmidt, 3rd grade teacher
"This is my 8th year coming... it remains my (and my class') favorite field trip." --teacher from C.O. Harrison
"Please continue to offer the school program because our students talk about Governor Bebb for years after their visit." --2nd grade teacher
Metropark Alerts
Great Miami River Trail Closure-122 Bridge to Columbia Trailhead
Due to high water, the Great Miami River Trail (GMRT) is closed from the 122 bridge near River Center (120 South Carmody Blvd. Middletown, OH 45044) , to the Columbia Trailhead (26 N. Carmody Blvd. Middletown, OH 45044). This alert will be removed from the website when flooding has subsided and cleanup efforts are complete. MetroParks apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause, and thanks you for your patience.
Possible intermittent closures of the Black Covered Bridge near the Mill Race Preserve Area of Four Mile Creek MetroPark
The Black Covered Bridge, which serves as the primary access point to the Mill Race Preserve Area of Four Mile Creek MetroPark may be closed intermittently over the next several weeks for scheduled maintenance. MetroParks apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause, and thanks you for your patience. This alert will be removed from the MetroParks website when maintenance has been completed.
Great Miami River Trail: Trenton Trailhead to River Center Closure
Due to flooding, the Great Miami River Trail (GMRT) is closed from the Trenton Trailhead (50 Oxford State Rd. ) to the River Center (120 South Carmody Blvd.). This alert will be removed from the website when flooding has subsided and cleanup efforts are complete. MetroParks apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause, and thanks you for your patience.
Phase Three Closure at Gilmore MetroPark for Utility Relocation and Miami 2 Miami Trail Project
The Bilstein Boulevard Entrance to Gilmore MetroPark, and the portion of the Wetlands Trail west of the South Pond Overlook will be closed effective November 22, 2021. This closure is expected to last through October 28, 2022. For more information, visit the "News and Alerts" section of the MetroParks website.
Phase One Reopening at Gilmore MetroPark
The Gilmore Road Entrance to Gilmore MetroPark has reopened effective November 2, 2021. The southwestern portion of Gilmore MetroPark remains closed effective July 26, 2021 until Fall of 2022. These closures are for the City of Hamilton Utility Relocation and Miami 2 Miami Trail Projects. Please see the “news” section for details and maps of the closure areas.
Temporary closure of a section of the Pumpkin Vine Trail-Rentschler Forest MetroPark
Effective October 27, 2021 the west end of the Pumpkin Vine Trail located in the Reigart Road Area of Rentschler Forest MetroPark will be temporarily closed to park visitors to facilitate foot bridge construction. The expected duration of this closure is through December 31, 2021, but completion of construction and re-opening of the trail is weather dependent.
Great Miami River Trail Construction to Begin – Timberhill Area of Rentschler Forest MetroPark and Unpaved Portion of Great Miami River Trail to Close
Starting August 16, 2021, the Timberhill Area of Rentschler Forest MetroPark and the unpaved portion of the Great Miami River Trail (GMRT) connecting Timberhill to Reigart Road will close for construction of the Great Miami River Trail Extension project. The closure is expected to last until June 2022.
Gilmore MetroPark Closures - Beginning July 26, 2021
The Gilmore Road Entrance to Gilmore MetroPark will be closed July 26, 2021 through October 29, 2021. The southwestern portion of Gilmore MetroPark will also be closed July 26, 2021 until Fall of 2022. These closures are for the City of Hamilton Utility Relocation and Miami 2 Miami Trail Projects. Please see the “news” section for details and maps of the closure areas.
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