April 8 Eclipse Park Closures
Gilmore MetroPark, Salamander Run MetroPark, Forest Run MetroPark, Line Hill Mound MetorPark and the Voice of America MetroPark Athletic Complex and Wiggly Field Dog Park will be closed on April 8. For more information, visit https://www.yourmetroparks.net/recreation/eclipse-2024
Indian Creek MetroPark
Mayer Picnic Shelter
- The Mayer Picnic Shelter is a reservable shelter which can be accessed from the 6500 Springfield Road Entrance to the park and is a great place for a special event or family picnic.
- The shelter will accommodate approximately 50 people and is equipped with 6 picnic tables and a grill, but no water or electric are provided.
- There is a large playground area and portable restroom near the shelter along with plenty of open field area.
General Information:
- When reserved, there will be a “Reserved” sign on the shelter indicating that the shelter has been reserved for the day.
- Shelter reservations are daily from 8am to dusk.
- Upon departure, please leave the shelter and park area clean and all garbage placed in containers provided. (Visitors may want to bring extra trash bags.)
- All vehicles must park in designated parking spaces.
- Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a leash, no longer than 6’ in length. Please clean up after your pets.
- NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES are permitted in the park.
- Several hiking trails are located in this park.
- Trail maps can be found on the website by selecting MetroParks – Indian Creek MetroPark.
- Fishing is permitted with a valid Ohio Fishing License.
- Use of firearms and fireworks is strictly prohibited in all areas of the park.
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Metropark Alerts
Antenen Nature Preserve Vacant Residential Building Purchase & Removal Bid Information
Bid information for the purchase and removal of a vacant residential building at the Antenen Preserve Area of Four Mile Creek MetroPark is now available. Visit https://www.yourmetroparks.net/about/rfps-and-bid-opportunities for more information.
Seasonal Trails and Facilities Closures
The following trails and facilities are closed seasonally November 15-April 14:
-The equestrian trails at the Sebald Park Area of Elk Creek MetroPark
-The Timberhill Campground at Rentschler Forest MetroPark (the Timberhill trailhead of the Great Miami River Trail, parking lot and hiking trails will remain open)
-The Pioneer Church Area of Indian Creek MetroPark
Cardinal Trail Closure-Rentschler Forest MetroPark
The Cardinal Trail at Rentschler Forest MetroPark is closed due to nearby construction. This alert will be removed from the website once the trail has reopened.
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