There's So Much To See And Do At This Unforgettable Park Near Cincinnati
By Andrea Limke|Published August 12, 2018
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
There are many places around Cincinnati that offer incredible views of our eye-catching skyline. The sight of downtown is something locals love and visitors always appreciate, as it’s really one-of-a-kind and accessible from several spots. One of the best places to view Cincinnati is from Devou Park in Covington. This is no secret, as it’s long been a popular spot thanks to the views, but you may not realize what else this unforgettable park offers. There’s so much to see and do at Devou Park that if you’ve only visited for the views, you’re truly missing out.
Devou Park is situated on a hill in Covington, overlooking Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati. This 700+ acre property was once a family farm and is now known for its incredible views.
The most popular area of the park is the Devou Memorial Overlook, which as you can see from the photo below, offers the most spectacular views of our city. There are picnic tables and benches for you to take in the view and this area is open from dawn until dusk.
In addition to the views, Devou is home to several attractions, including an 18-hole golf course. At the clubhouse, there is also a bar and grill that is open to the public daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Also found at the Golf & Event Center is DevouCycle. This bike rental spot is one of the only adaptive bike rental services in the area and offers fun for the whole family, as well as a great way to see the park.
You can easily spend an entire day at Devou Park, especially with a stop at the Behringer-Crawford Museum. This large, historic building is home to three floors of fascinating transportation history that is also a fun stop for all ages.
Adjacent to the museum is the NaturePlay at BCM. This is a unique playground that is a can't miss spot for young visitors. The park has many other playgrounds scattered about, as well.
If you want to experience even more nature, try out one of many paved or nature trails throughout the park. There's also a fishing lake and plenty of places to relax.
For more action, check out some of the best mountain biking trails in our area. There are more than eight miles for you to experience, and keep in mind that these can be quite challenging.
Devou Park hosts several events throughout the year, and many of them take place at the amphitheater. There are outdoor movies, concerts, performances, and it's also home to the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra's Summer Concert Series.
Whether you explore Devou Park by foot, bicycle, or golf cart, it's a worthy stop near Cincinnati, and for more than the views. Of course, be sure to begin and end your visit by taking them in, and don't forget to explore all this incredible park has to offer.
Devou Park is well known for its sweeping views of Cincinnati and Covington, but now you know all there is to see and do in this unforgettable park. Have you spent a lot of time exploring Devou Park? Share your favorite feature with us in the comments!
Devou Park is located at 1201 Park Dr., Covington, KY 41011. For more information, visit the park’s website here and the Golf & Event Center here.
And for another park in Cincinnati with unmatchable views, check out our previous article here.
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