VOA Country Music Fest Parking Update
Expected heavy rain may necessitate the closure of grass parking lots at Voice of America MetroPark. The VOA Country Music Fest team will communicate all parking updates and alternate parking options. Make sure to follow their social media channels for parking information:
https://www.facebook.com/VOACountryMusicFest
https://www.instagram.com/voacountrymusicfest/
Timberhill MetroPark
Brownie Shelter

- The Brownie Shelter is a reservable picnic shelter that will accommodate groups of up to 60 people and is located in Timberhill MetroPark, surrounded by a large open field perfect for family or group games and activities.
- It is near the Great Miami River Trail Timberhill Trailhead, portable restrooms and a water fountain.
- This shelter is equipped with electricity and a fireplace. There is a grill nearby.
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.
- Trail maps can be found on the website by selecting MetroParks – Rentschler Forest MetroPark.
- Fishing is permitted with a valid Ohio Fishing License.
- Use of firearms and fireworks is strictly prohibited in all areas of the park.
- MetroParks prohibits the use of inflatable equipment such as bounce houses, slides or obstacle courses.
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Metropark Alerts
VOA Country Music Fest Closures
Voice of America MetroPark will be closed to the public Thursday, August 6th - Sunday, August 9th for the Voices of America Country Music Festival.
Butler-Warren & Tylersville Trail
The Tylersville Rd portion of the paved out-and-back trail is closed from the USS Cincinnati Peace Pavilion to the VOA Shopping Center until after the VOA Country Music Festival.
Sebald MetroPark Playground Closure
Sebald MetroPark's small playground between Shelter 2 and Shelter 3 is temporarily closed due to nesting insects.
Sycamore Grove Trail
The Sycamore Grove Trail at Governor Bebb MetroParks has reopened to the public. The trail is non-ADA accessible until gravel replacement work can be completed.
MetroParks Cashless Beginning 1/1/26
MetroParks is keeping it cashless beginning 1/1/26. Credit and debit cards are welcome at MetroParks' Administrative Office and Voice of America MetroPark Welcome Center.
Cash will still be accepted for on-site program registration.
Sebald MetroPark Closures
The Ridge Trail at Sebald MetroParks is closed due to trail rerouting work.
Voice of America MetroPark Cross Country Trail Closures
Portions of the Voice of America MetroPark Cross Country Trails will be closed for trail rerouting work. Trail closures will be marked with signs and barricades.
Create Family fun
MetroParks provides opportunities to experience open green spaces near home. Pick the time of day that fits your busy schedule to spend some time with nature. Hike a trail, wander through natural habitats, view wildlife or just play! Please consider donating to further MetroParks ability to provide these resources.
