Alerts

Check here for recent updates on important information regarding trail closures, park alerts and ongoing construction.

  • Programs that require reservations may be canceled if a minimum number of reservations are not received. Those with reservations will be contacted if such a situation occurs.
  • The recreation trails near the rivers may be under water in periods of river flooding. Please scout and plan your trips accordingly. Use caution when traveling on sections that are under water, choosing an alternate route if at all possible. Visit miamivalleytrails.org or follow #MVTrails on Twitter for more detailed information regarding closures and alerts.

Section of formal gardens closed for construction

7/24/17: A section of the formal gardens at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark will be closed for construction through August 4. Access to the Children’s Discovery Garden will remain open.

This alert applies to the following parks:

Wegerzyn Gardens

Tulip Poplar campsite closed

7/21/17: Tulip Poplar Campsite Closed through Monday July, 31.

This alert applies to the following parks:

Possum Creek

Cox Arboretum MetroPark Tree Tower temporarily closed for repairs

7/17/17: The Cox Arboretum MetroPark Tree Tower is temporarily closed for repairs. Read more.

This alert applies to the following parks:

Cox Arboretum

Helena Street Bridge closure

9/30/16: The Helena St. bridge is currently closed for construction. Visitors may access Island MetroPark via North Bend Blvd.

This alert applies to the following parks:

Island

Bridgewater Road closure at Taylorsville MetroPark

5/15/2017 – Access to the Taylorsville MetroPark Shumard Area at 8151 Bridgewater Road will be limited until the bridge replacement project is completed.

This alert applies to the following parks:

Taylorsville

Mad River Trail, waterway closures for bridge construction

2/26/16: The section of the Mad River Bike Trail that goes under the Harshman Bridge will be closed for the remainder of the bridge construction. Detour signs are posted directing to the traffic light at the Eastwood MetroPark entrance.

There will also be buoys placed in the river north and south of the Huffman Dam to warn watercraft users that they will not be able to enter the construction zone. Please put in below the Harshman Rd. bridge during construction; the best access is at the Mad River Run.

The section of the Mad River Bike Trail that goes under Webster St. Bridge will be open and closed intermittently during the demolition and construction. Check Miami Valley Bike Trails news and alerts page for details on the detour and updates on the opening and closing timeline.

It is recommended that paddlers portage around this construction on the river left side if construction debris appears to be creating a hazard. The conditions under the bridge could change daily.

This alert applies to the following parks:

Paved Trails Eastwood RiverScape

Water off at several areas of Germantown MetroPark

Due to a well issue, there is no water available at the Welcome Center or Cottonwood, Gold Finch or Morning Glory shelters until further notice. There will continue to be vault toilet access for the affected shelters and a port-a-let in the Welcome Center parking lot.

This alert applies to the following parks:

Germantown

Trail closure at Taylorsville MetroPark

The Buckeye/North Country trail is closed in Taylorsville MetroPark between the Tadmor Lot and Old Springfield Rd. Users are advised to use the Great Miami River Bikeway as their route for this portion of trail until further notice.

This alert applies to the following parks:

Taylorsville
Contact

Emergencies: Dial 911
Inform the dispatcher that you are in a MetroParks facility and a ranger will be dispatched to your location immediately.

Non-Emergencies: 937-535-2580
Call the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office to reach the Regional Dispatch Center, and a ranger will be dispatched to your location as soon as possible.

Report an issue in the parks:
937-275-PARK (7275)

Report an issue on the paved trails:
Management of the paved trails is shared by multiple agencies in the region. When reporting issues, check trail signage to see which agency manages the section you are on to insure proper routing, or use this form to report a problem.

Trail Conditions

MetroParks Mountain Biking Area (MoMBA)
For up to date trail conditions and closures at MoMBA, please call 937-277-4374.

Twin Valley Backpacking Trail (TVT)
For up to date trail conditions and closures at TVT, please call 937-274-3163. Check current weather conditions and short-term forecasts immediately before entering the backcountry.

River Corridor and Bikeways
The paved bikeways along our waterways are not snow-plowed in winter months, with the exception of a few locations. These trails may be snow and ice-covered in spots throughout the season. Take particular caution on bridges and overpasses, as they tend to freeze first. When snow-covered, residents are welcome to use these bikeways for cross-country skiing.

Unpaved Hiking & Horse Trails
Exploring the wilderness in winter is a wonderful experience. Whether gliding through the trees on cross-country skis, or hiking up a ridge to a beautiful view, the silence and beauty of winter is truly something special. At the same time, the snowy, cold, winter environment can be dangerous. Plan your trips accordingly with the weather, and bring the right equipment to travel safely in this type of environment.

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