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Five Fast Facts about Cincinnati Parks

Cincinnati’s beautiful parks are not only a local favorite, but are also much loved by visitors. Outside Magazine ranked Cincinnati in its top 10 cities, calling it 'an incredibly easy city' in which to live with its excellent green spaces, parks and lush hillsides. Here are five fantastic facts about Cincinnati’s parks!

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Fact #1:

Over 5,000 acres of city parkland are covered by five regional parks, 70 neighborhood parks, 34 natural areas, five nature centers, 16 scenic overlooks and 65 miles of hiking and bridle trails.

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Fact #2:

Cincinnati Parks provides a wide variety of features and facilities, such as playgrounds, picnic areas, shelters, pathways, nature centers, gardens, overlooks and a conservatory.

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Fact #3:

Bicycling enthusiasts enjoy 55 miles of streets that are designated bike routes, and more than 200 bicycle racks are in place at stores, schools, restaurants and swimming pools.

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Fact #4:

USA Today ranked Cincinnati Parks as one of the top three urban parks systems in the United States.

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Fact #5:

The Cincinnati Parks System has been rated 'excellent' by the Trust for Public Land.



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