Cincinnati Playground Review

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Monroe Crossings Park

February 10, 2019

Monroe Crossings Park Community Park Alert This is Monroe Crossings Park. It is located near Route 63 and Route 4 in close proximity to the old Americana grounds. It is a community park – small but effective. It’s within 5 to 10 minutes of Liberty Township, Fairfield Township, Lower parts of Middletown and Monroe. Play Structure Two smallish play structures. One is a boundless fully accessible structure with a wheelchair ramp and various activities such as a steering wheel and […]

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Winton Woods: A Destination Playground

February 10, 2019

Winton Woods 10245 Winton Rd Cincinnati, Ohio 45231 This review will focus on the harbor area of Winton Woods. I would consider this a destination playground. In addition to the play structure – there is a snack bar, a wet play area, boat rentals, walking paths. Oh Winton Woods – I spent two full summers here answering questions like “why don’t these boats have seat belts?!?” explaining why the surf fishing poles were probably not the best bet to use […]

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Fairfield Township Community Park

April 29, 2018April 11, 2019

Fairfield Township Community Park This little community park is located at the corner of Morris and Millikin Rd in Fairfield Township. Small, easily accessible. I would not recommend this park as a “destination” – but if you live within 15 minutes of the park – it is definitely a nice spot for an afternoon of play. Play Structure: One play structure with several slides (racer, enclosed, swirl) and a rock climbing feature. One set of blue racer slides is particularly […]

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Blue Ash Nature Park: A Hidden Gem

April 16, 2018February 11, 2019

blue Ash Nature park cincinnati playground

Blue Ash Nature Park 4337 Cooper Rd Blue Ash, Ohio 45242 With the construction of Summit Park, Blue Ash Nature Park seems to have had a set back in popularity. Although very conveniently located – just a bit off Cross County Highway and adjacent to the Blue Ash recreation center – this park does not pull the same level of crowds as Summit does on a regular day. Don’t let that fool you. This park has a lot working in […]