Clermont County offers everything from water access and trails through meadows and wetlands to museums that explore aviation and history. Nature, outdoor activities and culture provide different focuses for planning your trip.
Water and Landscapes
East Fork State Park lies along the East Fork of the Little Miami River in central Clermont County and offers boating opportunities. Stonelick State Park offers camping and comprises 1,058 acres of land and 200 acres of water. These separate area figures give a concrete sense of the park’s size.
Trails at Ten Mile Creek Nature Preserve wind through a landscape of meadows, ponds and wetlands. The 31-acre nature preserve includes a level trail through a meadow, past ponds and wet meadows, and along a creek. The preserve also has a parking lot, gravel trails, picnic benches, wildlife viewing opportunities and a bridge over the pond’s overflow.
Trails with Different Features
Rowe Woods has 20 miles of award-winning trails. Trail types vary considerably, ranging from accessible boardwalks over ponds to natural, sloping trails surfaced with gravel or mulch. If you’re interested in Rowe Woods, you’ll find more than just one type of trail surface here.
The Williamsburg to Batavia Hike/Bike Trail is six miles long and paved; it is designed for runners, walkers, skaters and cyclists. Kelley Nature Preserve has more than two miles of hiking trails, opportunities for birdwatching, and access to the Little Miami River for canoes and kayaks. These details help you consider different trail and water activities as separate options.
History and Aviation
The Tri-State Warbird Museum is a historic aviation museum with a commemorative mission: it remembers those who fought for freedom and those who gave their lives in doing so. On display are a P-51D Mustang, a B-25 Mitchell and other fully restored, airworthy aircraft. The museum is open Wednesdays from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Check opening hours before you arrive.
At the U.S. Grant Birthplace, you can visit the birthplace of Ulysses S. Grant, a Civil War general and two-term president of the United States. You can also learn the history of the house, including how it returned to Point Pleasant. Admission is free; donations are accepted.
The Clermont County Freedom Trail includes 42 significant sites, 22 of which have been officially included in the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. A mobile audio tour lets you explore the trail independently. At the Cardboard Boat Museum, visitors can also learn about the origins and development of the annual Cardboard Boat Regatta.
A Seasonal Experience
The Sugar Shack at Pattison offers seasonal, hands-on programs for all ages about collecting and making maple syrup. The seasonal nature of this offering is worth bearing in mind when planning.
A Regional Perspective
Clermont County is part of the West Region of the Ohio River Scenic Byway project. This regional designation complements the specific nature and cultural destinations with a broader perspective.
Discover more destinations: Batavia, Cincinnati, Lucas, Noble County, Ashtabula County, Defiance, Scioto County, Sandusky County.
For the broader travel overview: Ohio.
