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| List of parks for the Amenity: Outdoor Play |
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Cox Arboretum MetroPark
This beautiful 189-acre facility is a special place for visitors to escape among trees, shrubs, specialty gardens, mature forests, and prairies. The arboretum hosts year-round educational programs that teach children and adults about sustainable horticulture, plant science, and conservation.
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Deeds Point MetroPark
Deeds Point MetroPark is located at the convergence of the Mad and Great Miami Rivers, this smaller MetroPark provides great views of downtown Dayton and the rivers that pass it borders.
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Eastwood MetroPark
Eastwood MetroPark, is highlighted by the 185 acre lake, Mad River, and shelter and playground. There is a 3mile loop trail which offers hiking opportunities on mostly level terrain. Try fishing in the big lake, blue lake, Mad River or the lagoon all here at Eastwood MetroPark, bring the boat out to the park, enjoy a family picnic, or come out and enjoy the wildlife.
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Englewood MetroPark
Englewood Metropark is one of five natural areas created by the construction of earthen flood control dams. Stillwater River, lakes, woods and wetlands serve as focal points of this 1,900-acre MetroPark.
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Germantown MetroPark
A world of wilderness awaits with an underground Nature Center and panoramic views. Elevated boardwalks and miles of scenic trails. Only 20 minutes from Dayton the park enables users to hike, kayak, fish, picnic, fossil collect and many other exciting adventures..
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Hills & Dales MetroPark
This historic urban park has been a natural refuge for Daytonians since 1907. Its lush natural atmosphere provides a range of activities for visitors of all ages. With significant restoration planned for 2008, MetroParks will insure that Hills & Dales continues its tradition as an outdoor playground for future generations.
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Huffman MetroPark
Huffman Dam, the lake and the Mad River Highlight this MetroPark. The 3 mile trail offers the opportunity for hiking and wildlife/bird watching. There is a picnic shelter and other picnic sites to enjoy, or go fishing in the lake or river. And of course there is MetroParks Mountain Bike Area (MoMBA) so come out and ride MetroParks’ mountain bike trail.
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Island MetroPark
Just a few miles north of RiverScape, where the Stillwater River flows into the Great Miami, is an urban oasis with a long Dayton history. Its roots as a park were planted in the 19th century. Now beautifully restored, people from all over the area gather for concerts, special events, picnics and family fun in the water play area.
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RiverScape MetroPark
Formerly Van Cleve Park, this popular park, found along the Great Miami River in the heart of Downtown Dayton, is a hub of activities for all ages — from concerts to community events, and even outdoor ice skating in winter. Beautiful floral plantings, hanging baskets and fountains make RiverScape the Miami Valley’s favorite community gathering place.
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Sugarcreek MetroPark
Three 550 year old oak trees, a tall grass prairie, woodlands and scenic Sugar Creek beckon visitors. Although much of Sugarcreek’s 618 acres were once farmland, MetroParks land management practices and natural processes have resulted in a variety of habitats. These support diverse wildlife that can be discovered as you hike, horseback ride or enjoy a leisurely picnic.
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