Sebald MetroPark Entrance Closure 1/12-1/15/26
Sebald MetroParks' entrance will be closed 1/12-1/15 to facilitate bridge work. Sebald MetroPark will still be accessible via the Elk Creek Connector Road from Meadow Ridge MetroPark (5101 Circle Parkway).
MetroParks Debuts New Uniforms as Park Officers Change from "Rangers" to "Police"
Aug 31, 2023, 16:35 PM
by
Katie Ely-Wood
MetroParks of Butler County’s rangers are now patrolling the parks as MetroParks Police. The latest stage in the division’s rebranding from “rangers” to “police” is the debut of new officer uniforms, which are a change from ranger brown to police blue. A redesigned police patch and new bike uniforms were also included as part of the rebranding plan. Park visitors will start seeing officers in their blue uniforms beginning September 5.
In the past several years, other Ohio park districts have also made the move from “rangers” to “police” for similar reasons as MetroParks. “It’s important for visitor and staff safety that people recognize our officers as public safety personnel” said MetroParks’ Chief of Police, Scott Gaviglia. Some agencies refer to their naturalist staff as rangers, and
“rebranding will help clarify our officers’ role as certified peace officers for the public” he said. “The parks are also becoming a popular destination for national events, and changing our look to better align with other police agencies will help visitors to Butler County recognize that we are police officers-and we are here to help them.”
The responsibilities of MetroParks’ nine full-time and part-time officers have not changed, and they continue to work diligently to keep the MetroParks safe and secure.
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Sebald MetroPark Entrance Closure 1/12-1/15/26
Jan 9, 2026, 16:48 PM
Sebald MetroParks' entrance will be closed 1/12-1/15 to facilitate bridge work. Sebald MetroPark will still be accessible via the Elk Creek Connector Road from Meadow Ridge MetroPark (5101 Circle Parkway).
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Sycamore Bluffs MetroPark Closed 1/12-1/22/26
Jan 9, 2026, 16:45 PM
Sycamore Bluffs MetroPark will be closed 1/12-1/22 to facilitate parking lot apron work.
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Walk-ups Welcome for 1/10 Winter Hike
Jan 9, 2026, 13:42 PM
Due to issues with MetroParks' reservation system, walk-up registration is welcome for the 1/10 Winter Hike Series hike at Rentschler Forest MetroPark. Cash or credit cards are accepted onsite. Happy hiking!
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Springhouse Lot closure 1/2-1/12/26
Jan 2, 2026, 12:58 PM
Timberman Ridge MetroParks' Springhouse parking lot will be closed 1/2-1/12/26 to facilitate concrete work.
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MetroParks Cashless Beginning 1/1/26
Nov 26, 2025, 10:44 AM
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.
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2025-2026 Seasonal Park Closures
Nov 10, 2025, 10:34 AM
The following parks and facilities will be closed for the 2025-2026 winter season: -Pioneer Church -Flush restrooms at Rentschler Forest and Meadow Ridge MetroParks -Sebald MetroPark Equestrian Trails (November 15-April 14)
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Salamander Run MetroPark Trail Closures
Sep 24, 2025, 15:16 PM
A portion of the Redback Salamander Trail is closed 9/25/25-2/3/26 to facilitate controlled bowhunting. Visit https://www.yourmetroparks.net/news-alerts/article/2025/09/24/salamander-run-metropark-trail-closures for a trail map.
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Tylersville Trail Closures 2025-2026
Aug 29, 2025, 15:18 PM
Voice of America MetroParks' Tylersville Trail will be closed west of Field 20 to Crosley to facilitate USS Cincinnati construction.
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Sebald MetroPark Closures
May 12, 2025, 09:52 AM
The Ridge Trail at Sebald MetroParks is closed due to trail rerouting work.
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Voice of America MetroPark Cross Country Trail Closures
Nov 12, 2024, 11:08 AM
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.