Western Hamilton County, Ohio travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

The western half of Hamilton County is less populated than the eastern half, and remains divided into the original townships rather than having formed many cities. The western fringes of suburban Cincinnati give way to parkland and then farmland along the Great Miami River.

6 sights · 4 things to do · 1 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay

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Best things about Western Hamilton County

Mount St. Joseph University

Private Catholic college in Cincinnati's western suburb of Delhi. Known for its education majors. Also notable as the school of Lauren Hill, whose quest to play college basketball despite suffering from what proved to be…

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College - Harrison Campus

St. John the Baptist Harrison

A historic church.

American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute

An institute dedicated to the horological community. Offers a private library, that may be visited by members of the public by appointment only.

Winton Woods

Second largest county park. Contains an 18-hole disc golf course, trails, basketball courts, equestrian trail, campsitesand a lake with a harbor, boathouse, and visitor center.

Mitchell Memorial Forest

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 23°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Cincinnati)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
CVG Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport, Cincinnati / Covington — 16 mi away (major hub). Directions
LUK Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field, Cincinnati — 23 mi away. Directions

I-74 runs through the region on its way from Cincinnati to Indianapolis. I-275 crosses the regions as well.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 2-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning William Henry Harrison Memorial, Mitchell Memorial Forest, Miami Whitewater Forest
Lunch El Mariachi's
Afternoon American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College - Harrison Campus
Evening Blue Note Harrison

Day 2

Morning Holy Trinity-St Nicholas Greek Church, Winton Woods
Afternoon Mount St. Joseph University

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

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Map

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Understand

Most of this part of the county is divided into several townships: Springfield, Colerain, Green, Delhi, Miami, Whitewater, Crosby, and Harrison.

Some independent cities or villages in western Hamilton County include:

Cheviot. Tiny city close to Cincinnati, popular destination for bar-goers.
Cleves. Small village close to Cincinnati. Home of Harrison's Tomb historical site and also host to the annual Gravelrama event.
Harrison, a city mostly surrounded by the township of the same name.

Get in

By car

I-74 runs through the region on its way from Cincinnati to Indianapolis. I-275 crosses the regions as well.

By bus

METRO also has bus service to Harrison from Cincinnati, however it only runs during the week.

See

See Holy Trinity-St Nicholas Greek Church

Holy Trinity-St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church is the oldest parish on record in Ohio.

📍 7000 Winton RdSpringfield Township☎ +1 513-591-0030⚠ Last checked Sep 2021 — confirm before you go

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See Mount St. Joseph University

📍 5701 Delhi RdDelhi Township☎ +1 513-244-4200⚠ Last checked Sep 2021 — confirm before you go

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See William Henry Harrison Memorial

William Henry Harrison Memorial is a small park with a tall monument containing Harrison's tomb. William Henry Harrison was the ninth and shortest serving president.

📍 41 Cliff Rd, North Bend🕒 10AM - 6PM💲 Free

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See Cincinnati State Technical and Community College - Harrison Campus

⚠ Last checked Dec 2018 — confirm before you go

Maps Website

See St. John the Baptist Harrison

A historic church.

⚠ Last checked Mar 2019 — confirm before you go

Maps

See American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute

An institute dedicated to the horological community. Offers a private library, that may be visited by members of the public by appointment only.

📍 701 Enterprise DrHarrison☎ +1 513-367-9800⚠ Last checked Apr 2020 — confirm before you go

Maps Website

Do

Do Winton Woods

Second largest county park. Contains an 18-hole disc golf course, trails, basketball courts, equestrian trail, campsitesand a lake with a harbor, boathouse, and visitor center.

Springfield Township⚠ Last checked Sep 2021 — confirm before you go

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Do Mitchell Memorial Forest

Miami Township⚠ Last checked Sep 2021 — confirm before you go

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Do Shawnee Lookout

Along with trails, contains 34 prehistoric archaeological sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Miami Township⚠ Last checked Sep 2021 — confirm before you go

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Do Miami Whitewater Forest

Largest county park. Included in the park are the 7.8-mile paved Shaker Trace Trail as well as many other shorter trails. There is also a golf course, a large campground, and horseback riding.

Crosby and Whitewater Townships⚠ Last checked Sep 2021 — confirm before you go

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