Much more than I thought it would be! There is some turf, some gravel, and a really nice scuffed…read moredirt path that my dog really liked. We will definitely be back! Parking confused me a bit! I ended up parking under the overpass next to the dog park. I read online that you could do that, but when I pulled up it specifically said no dog park parking. I asked someone across the street and she said it's usually okay. People were generally very aware of their dogs. If dogs started getting rowdy the owners came right over, or another human stepped in.

Pitiful...no water fountain or adequate signs indicating where to park. No bathroom for humans. And…read morenear two traffic pathways...air pollution!!!

Our visit to this park was brief yet pleasant. It wasn't until after we arrived that we discovered…read morethe small group hike/trail clean-up had been postponed. We did a little exploring. There are a couple picnic shelters, a Frisbee Golf Course, a baseball field (that is home to the Highland Hills team,) playground, trails, Gaga ball pit and a dog park. Currently the bathroom facilities are closed. The park was clean. There were many trash cans along the paved route. My children love Gaga ball, and were delighted to see a Gaga ball pit here. Unfortunately, the morning rains ment over an inch of standing water in the pit. If you are coming here for Gaga make sure it has been dry for a couple of days, and that you bring your own ball. Towards the back of the park is a dog park. That area seemed fairly busy. It was hard to see from where we were how large of an area it truly is.

This review is ONLY meant to reach out to the audience of dog owners with baby's and small…read morechildren. It's not meant to reflect on this park. This is not meant to be offensive, but I feel it needs to be said . To many dog owners are afraid to speak up, as they don't want to sound rude, neither do I. I truly empathize that you may not be able to get a sitter to take your dog to the park. If you can't then PLEASE just don't bring small loud screaming toddlers, babies and strollers into a dog park area full of dogs!!!! I honestly find this extremely irresponsible on ALL parents that do this. This not only puts your kids in danger, but the dogs as well. There are too many things that could go wrong!!! Did you know that, there are a TON of dogs that get along just fine with other dogs, but are scared of small kids!! Do you know what a dog "could" do if they are scared and want a person or thing to stay away from them?? Some dogs may just run away, other dogs will growl, bark and snip at what they feel is a predator. You are putting way to much trust in other peoples dogs!!! You are literally putting your kids and these dogs at risk when you do this!!! When you walk into that dog park, any responsible dog owner, especially owners of large dogs, are going to immediately have to remove their dog. Have you ever paid attention to the people that leave when you come in with your kids? Or the ones that decide not to come in and turn around? When we have to leave, that cuts their dogs play and exercise time out and now they don't get it but yours will!!! If I had to guess, there are probably only 1 dog park to every 10, 0000 children's parks!!!!!! There is NO reason that you should be invading what small part of this world they get to have of their own!!!! Take your kids and dog to the regular Park k cuz they are only a FEW DOG" parks out there!! I understand that it's hard when you have small kids and a dog. Please just be more responsible and considerate of others. Especially, if you are a family with 2 adults and small kids coming into a dog park, like really ‍. There is no reason all of you need to be in there. I get your kids want to play with their dog, but they can do that at home. Or take them to a separate area, like they have at a couple locations in the area. Its just not fair to other peoples dogs. I work a lot, and I take my dogs daily to the park. I am usually only have a small amount of time to let my dogs run and get to play, It angers me so much when I have to cut that time in half because someone brings kids in the park and I don't want to chance anything with my dogs. Anything could happen!! Think about these possible scenarios: * Mom and dad bring in their 2 dogs, a baby in a stroller, they also have 2 very small and loud kids running around screaming and playing. Their 2 dogs are going to protect these kids cuz it's their nature. Someone' else's dog decided to come up and sniff the kid, or baby in the stroller. That dogs gets excited and jumps on one of the kids , which scares him and he starts to scream and cry. Their screaming and crying makes that dog think they are playing and jumps on them more. Next thing you know, that kids dog attacks the dog that jumped the toddler, thinking he was hurting him. That kid is smack in the middle of a vicious dog fight. Do you think he could get seriously hurt? Of course he could!! *Another example: There a ton of dogs that are "herd" dogs, like Australian Shepherd's. When they see small kids running around, their instinct tells them they need to get them in line and herd them. When a herding dog herds, they will nip the legs of whatever they are herding. I know because my granddaughter got bit by one doing exactly that. She was running around being loud and crazy. So that dog was doing the job it was breed to do. Was it this dogs fault ? The owners fault? Neither!!! , because that is their nature and because they are animals. As much as we want them to be human, they don't think like humans! Well sometimes they do, I don't believe their are any mean dogs in this world. I believe there are mean people who teach their dog to be mean, or that abuse their animals and they fear a human because of it and will protect themselves just like we would!! Again, I am not trying to offend anyone, it's my hope that you will read this and by doing so, it can help save a kid and a dog from one of the million possible things that could go wrong when bringing small kids into a dog park!! If they park is empty, by all means!! I IMPLORE you, please leave the DOG PARKS for the DOGS ONLY!!! I hope this opens some parents eyes! please keep the kids at home when taking your dog to a dog park, for everyone's sake!!

Second time here. So many dogs and things for the dogs to do. All concrete and turf so the dogs…read morewon't get messy with dirt and mud. Has a nice water fountain for all the dogs to play in to get wet.

We visited today (6-5-26) with our senior greyhound. The park was freshly mowed, I found no…read moreleft-behind dog messes, there were ample doggie disposal stations & rubbish bins, and I was greatly pleased to find this park. It was warm (sunny, mid-80s), so Bonny found a tree to hang under. A morning or evening trip might better suit her.

Great dog park near Larry's in Covington. There's separate areas for big and small dogs, water…read morefountains, benches and a good gating system. Best of all, you can sit outside Larry's with your dog after you visit and get a beer and a hot dog.

Smale Riverfront Park connects downtown Cincinnati to the Ohio River and the existing riverfront…read moreparks. A wonderful location to view the bustling activity along The Ohio River Trail, and a place to gather and celebrate as a community. The park boasts multiple water play features, giant swings, an interactive foot piano, an imaginative play area for kids, expansive pollinator gardens, and Carol Ann's Carousel. Several historical monuments can be found like the Black Brigade Monument and the recently dedicated Marian Spencer Statue. I was on a roadtrip and my family dropped me off in downtown Cincinnati and I gravitated to Smale Riverfront Park because I wanted a place to explore nature and see river views. I explored the scenic walkways along the Ohio, flower gardens, fountains, public art, picnic spots, and plenty of space to just chill. One of my favorite features were the riverfront swings, big, bench-style swings tucked along the water that are perfect for kicking back and enjoying the view. They're surprisingly comfortable and such a great spot to unwind and reconnect with your inner child. The park has amazing views of the Roebling Suspension Bridge and Ohio River are worth the visit on their own, the paths are wide and great for families, and there's lots to explore without feeling overcrowded. There are splash zones for kids, places to sit and picnic, and tons of photo ops.

The riverfront was very peaceful. The park was clean. I couldnt find how to access the ferry.read more

A large pleasant greenspace, with walkways, a playground, a play fountain, and frequent free…read moreconcerts and even. We rode the free streetcar here from Findlay Market in Cincinnati (May 2026). There's street parking on all sides of the park, and 450-space underground parking on Elm Street that you can check for open-spaces online. We strolled through the flat paths, pausing here and there on the many sometimes-shady benches. Us adults read various historical and commemorative markers. The kids played a little in the fountain, then played more in the sunnier playground to (mostly) dry out before the return ride to Findlay. There was a nice open-air bar in the middle of the park, nice restaurants and bars within a couple blocks in all directions, at least one vacation rental, and at least one rentable event venue in a historic building. There's Wifi! Public restrooms :-) A dog-park. Woof! The website said food trucks, but we didnt look for them. There are free concerts and movies and yoga and monthly flea markets, but not midday on the weekday when we were there. This is a nice relaxing easy-to-reach 8-acre greenspace with lots going on, in the western part of OTR, and a destination for all kinds of activities. Well done, Cincy!

Washington Park is one of my favorite spots to visit in Cincinnati. It has a great atmosphere with…read moreplenty of open space, beautiful landscaping, and a great view of the historic architecture around the area. It's a perfect place to take a walk, relax, people watch, or spend time with family. Being right next to Cincinnati Music Hall gives it even more character. The park is clean, welcoming, and feels like a true gathering place for the city. Definitely worth checking out if you're visiting downtown Cincinnati.

We visited the conservatory at the park during a recent weekend visit to Cincy. This was my first…read moretime to Eden Park. It's a little nature oasis just a stone's throw from the heart of the city. You'll find the conservatory, great landscaping, a large fountain, natural wetland spaces and views overlooking the city. We also appreciated some of the historic structures found here. It appears to be a popular spot for prom photos and rightly so!

Amazing place to go see fall colors or a short hike. Nearby Krohn Conservatory and museum make it…read moreawesome for a day out!

Serene park outside our hotel with an 11 ft bronze statue of Pres. Lincoln. It was commissioned by…read morePres. Taft with the Taft Museum in the background. It was placed to commemorate what would have been his 100th birthday. It's the only time I've seen him without a beard.

We had so much fun visiting Lytle Park. The tulips were absolutely beautiful! Of course the real…read morestar was the playground. My daughter had a great time going up and down the slide until it was time for dinner. Beautiful park with great scenery and entertainment.