Being an informed trail user is key to making sure you have an enjoyable time when hitting up the great outdoors. Read on for the basics of trail etiquette that will help you prepare for your next park visit.

After what seems like the longest winter ever, the sun is starting to peek out and the days are getting warmer. Looking for a new place to get outside and explore? Take a time out away from screens and completely immerse yourself in nature on these trails at Great Parks.

Great Parks of Hamilton County has started construction of the final extension and most significant section of the Little Miami Scenic Trail. A half-mile extension will allow trail users to safely travel from the Little Miami Scenic Trail to the Ohio River Trail for the first time.

With winter break and cold temperatures on the horizon, kids are bound to be going stir-crazy. Get outside for our newest backyard challenge: a winter scavenger hunt. Can you spy these winter wonders on your next park visit?

Join us on our Facebook page every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. for a live video with Great Parks staff. There’s more work behind trail maintenance than you may think. Trails Specialist Bryan is at Miami Whitewater Forest sharing more behind the construction on the Timberlakes Trail.

Join us on our Facebook page every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. for a live video with Great Parks staff. Sometimes, we’ll even bring you a bonus video. Since you couldn’t join us in person for this year’s Pumpkin Hike, we’re bringing the park to you! Follow Nature Interpreter Paul as he hikes the Pin Oak Trail, telling you all about pumpkins, animal ambassadors and more.