Rentschler Forest MetroPark lower playground closed 4/15/25
The lower playground at Rentschler Forest MetroPark will be closed from 7am-12pm on 4/15 for seasonal deep cleaning and maintenance.
Policies & Rules
Rules & Laws
- MetroParks of Butler County Rules and Regulations
- Concussion in Youth Sports: Ohio's Return-to-Play Law
- Lindsay's Law: Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Youth Athletes
Policies
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Farmland Lease Information
- Geocaching Policy
- Policy Governing the Use of Other Power Driven Mobility Devices (OPDMD) on MetroParks Trails, etc.
- 2021-2022 ADA Trail Accessibility Guide
- VOA Athletic Complex Policy
- Special Event Policy
- 2023 Practice Field Policy
- Record Managment Policy 230112
- 5.1 Refund Policy 240112
Metropark Alerts
April 2025 High Water Closures
The following parks, facilities and trails are currently closed due to flooding:
-The northern section of the Great Miami River Trail under the 122 bridge
-The Great Miami River Trail's Trenton Trailhead
-Woodsdale MetroPark
Seasonal Park Closures
The following facilities are closed and will reopen on April 15th:
- Meadow Ridge MetroPark flush restrooms
- Equestrian trails at Sebald MetroPark
- Drinking fountains
Voice of America MetroPark Cross Country Trail Closures
Portions of the Voice of America MetroPark Cross Country Trails will be closed for trail rerouting work. Trail closures will be marked with signs and barricades.
Create Family fun
MetroParks provides opportunities to experience open green spaces near home. Pick the time of day that fits your busy schedule to spend some time with nature. Hike a trail, wander through natural habitats, view wildlife or just play! Please consider donating to further MetroParks ability to provide these resources.