This small MetroPark provides an unobstructed and picturesque view of the downtown Dayton skyline, embraced by the beauty of nature. It’s the perfect spot to unwind at the end of the day, watching the sunset over the city on one of the park’s swings or benches amidst floral displays. It’s also the best place to catch the giant RiverScape Fountains of Light between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Located at the convergence of the Great Miami and Mad Rivers and the paved trails that run along them, the park is a scenic and popular stop for runners, cyclists and paddlers — not to mention local wildlife.

El Meson describes a type of restaurant in Spain. It is a full service establishment of dinners, tapas (Spanish small bites), desserts, a full wine list and bar.

The Spot Restaurant made its beginnings from a man named Spot Miller. In 1907, Spot brought his chuckwagon into town and set-up business at the corner of Court Street and Ohio Avenue. The city would not allow him to sell meals this way. His solution was to remove the wheels, and add some awnings to create a permanent structure. Today, they are a local favorite with some of the best pie in the region.

The Park consists of 220 wooded acres which provide shelters, grounds and areas to play ball. Two lakes (Tawawa and Amos) are located in the complex. The William Ross Covered Bridge dedicated in 1971 is picturesque and has been the object of much photography. It closely resembles several covered bridges constructed in Central Ohio by pioneer bridge designer and builder, Rueben L. Partridge (1823-1900). The parks were named after Tawawa Creek which runs through the grounds. “Big Rock” (glacial rock left from the ice age) located in the park was established in 1876 and is of interest to visitors. Tawawa Park includes the Baumgardner Basin Soccer Fields, the Flanagan Sports Complex, and the Sidney Water Park Park Features include: Basketball Fishing Modular Play Structure and Swings Natural Areas Open Green Space Sand Volleyball Shelter Softball Diamonds Soccer Fields Topographical Features Walkway / Bikeway

Riverfront park

A local favorite with pizza, subs, sandwiches, salads and lunch specials, this renovated hardware store features a pizza parlor on the street level, two meeting rooms on the second floor, and a grand ballroom. Located on the corner of Fourth and Main, it offers views of three of Franklin's most popular murals. Full catering options are available for meals, snacks, or beverages.

Located in the historic 1928 Mayflower Theatre—in the heart of vibrant downtown Troy 21+ cocktail lounge, restaurant & music venue.

Located in a historic boathouse in Troy, providing river trips, camping, classes, and special events on the Great Miami River.

The park is designed to accommodate paddle boats, canoes, kayaks and bicyclists. A picnic shelter emblazoned with the park’s name is complimented by an amphitheater for free summer concerts.

RiversEdge Park & Amphitheater is home to concerts and events along the banks of the Great Miami River.

Pyramid Hill is a 300+ acre sculpture park with 60+ monumental outdoor sculptures displayed in a landscape of rolling hills, meadows, lakes, and hiking trails. The park also features an Ancient Sculpture Museum that displays Greek, Roman, Etruscan, Syrian and Egyptian sculptures dating to 1550 B.C.

Amid the beautifully landscaped gardens, flowering pots, hanging baskets and reflecting pools, this lively park on the banks of the Great Miami River offers a place for those who live, work and play downtown to connect to nature. Grab a Link bike and head over to the park to enjoy this urban retreat 365 days a year. The park hosts a full range of year-round activities from summer concerts to ice skating, recreation programs to large community festivals. RiverScape is a place that not only preserves glimpses of the city’s origins but one that embraces modern innovation and evolves with the needs of the vibrant and connected neighborhoods that surround it. RiverScape MetroPark is positioned at the center of more than 300 miles of paved, off-street trails in the Dayton region — the nation’s largest paved trail network.

Come inside the Carillon Brewing Company and welcome back to the 1850s in Dayton. Here each step of the historical brewing process comes to life in front of you. Feel the heat radiate off the glowing charcoal fires under the large copper kettles. Smell malt wafting through the air as we mill the next batch’s grain. Watch as costumed staff hand ladle sweet wort into the boil kettle. Engage in a conversation with our brewer. Listen to stories about how Dayton’s brewing industry came to be. Get to know how a glass of beer is full of history.

Lost Creek is Miami County Park District's largest park featuring 457 acres of landscape. It has 5.75 miles of trail that takes you past farm fields, through wooded areas and along Lost Creek making this Reserve a great place for hiking, cross country skiing and viewing wildlife.

Our mission is to serve our community and patrons needs with a full service retail shop of craft beer, select wines, champagnes, cured meats and artisanal cheeses. We will strive to provide a service that will be unique and memorable in a setting that is a tribute to the history of the building and its original function in the late 1800’s and early/mid 1900’s as an Apothecary. We look to educate and be educated on all things Crafted & Cured local, regional or worldwide. Through our 60 tap system we will look to bring some of the most unique and rare Beer, Ciders, and Meads along with many of the classic favorites to share with you. Our cured element will deliver a unique mix of charcuterie boards consisting of meats, cheese, oils, vinegars, and select seafood to culture your palette. The Crafted & Cured elements will also offer many different pairings as we expand your knowledge of these elements. We hope to always be a beacon of service and a anchor in the community as an integral part of the District Provisions.

Where else can you see the original 1905 Wright Flyer III, the world’s first practical airplane and National Historic Landmark, the 1835 B&O (Grasshopper) steam locomotive, and the first automobile self-starter? Only at Dayton History’s Carillon Historical Park, that’s where! The Park immerses you in the region’s history – from Dayton’s founding in 1796 through two centuries of expansion, industrialism and innovation. Learn about these revolutionary achievements while strolling through the Park’s 30 historical buildings and interacting with the hundreds of artifacts in our exhibits.

A short walk the shops and restaurants of downtown Miamisburg, the park covers 7 acres of green space along the Great Miami River. The park hosts many events including concerts, carnivals, and seasonal events. Ample parking and bike racks make the park very accessible with easy access to the Great Miami River Recreation Trail. The park is also a short walking distance to Downtown Miamisburg shops and restaurants.

Charleston Falls Preserve is the most visited Park District property in Miami County with over 216 acres of prairie and forests. This beautiful park is the perfect place to hike and view wildlife. Uncommon plants such as wild columbine, walking fern, purple cliff break and rock honeysuckle grace the limestone faces of the surrounding gorge. The most unusual feature of this preserve is the unique waterfall. The Falls can rightly be called a “Miniature Niagara” because its rock strata is the same as Niagara Falls. Originating from small underground springs several miles to the east, the stream creating the falls plummets 37 feet then continues its meandering journey to the Great Miami River. Over three miles of trails pass through various habitats such as Redbud Valley and the Thorny Badlands, offering explosions of color and varieties of scenic wonder. Help protect this unique natural site by using the trials provided and following the rules of the Preserve.

Recently listed by CNN travel as one of the 5 "classic" hamburger joints in the U.S. - The Hamburger Wagon is a Riverway staple. Born after the Great Flood of 1913, to feed hungry flood survivors, the Hamburger Wagon still draws long lines for their delicious made to order burgers. Employees have been hauling this mobile restaurant for well over a century. Like many of the longest-serving burger joints in the country, Hamburger Wagon's menu is no-nonsense; either a single or double, served with pickle, onion, salt and pepper. "No stinkin' cheese or sloppy sauces!" is slapped right at the center of the menu. If you're planning to make your way to the Hamburger Wagon, make sure to bring cash.

The only public floating-tent experience in Ohio — or anywhere else! Our tents are Shoal floating tents. A first of its kind, the Shoal tent is an inflatable, floating raft with a tent topper that allows you to sleep out on the water. Your tent comes inflated, anchored, and ready to use.

Shawnee Lookout is well known for its historical Springhouse School and Log Cabin and Native American archaeological earthworks. The park's nature trails, including the 1.3-mile Blue Jacket, 2.0-mile Little Turtle and the 1.4-mile Miami Fort trail, offer spectacular views of the Ohio River and Great Miami River valleys. The park also features picnic areas, a playground and boat access to the Great Miami River.

Whitewater Warehouse is a Paddlesports Specialty Store located on the Mad River in Dayton, Ohio. We carry a full range of whitewater, recreational, touring & fishing kayaks, as well as stand up paddle boards. Proudly serving Dayton and the surrounding areas since 1994!

Enjoy one of Chef Katy's delectable specials while relaxing with friends in our European styled dining room or our unique Bank Vault dining room. After dinner, enjoy one of our many homemade desserts and an after dinner cocktail. Can't make it for dinner? No worries! We're open for lunch as well. Come in and try our homemade quiche, turkey panini or daily special!

Serving American roadside classics since 1965.

ABOUT SURF DAYTON: Surf Dayton is a community information source for everything river SUP, surf, and whitewater kayaking related around Dayton, OH. Dayton has several waves and a few new events throughout the year. We have a great community of paddlers and surfers and want everyone to enjoy our local whitewater features. We also host river surf, whitewater SUP , and flatwater SUP clinics! Book yours today!

SunWatch combines experimental archaeological research, including the reconstruction of the Fort Ancient structures in their original 13th-century locations, with an interpretive center that exhibits artifacts recovered from the site. Explore the reconstructed village that includes structures with grass thatch roofs, portions of a stockade, and a native garden and prairie with plants typical of the period.

Indoor and Outdoor Sand Volleyball Facility with full bar and restaurant service

A locally-owned coffees shop in the heart of Trenton. Serving specialty coffee and tea drinks as well as donuts, pastries, muffins, and bagels. They are known for their cold brew and coffee flights. You can try their espresso, lattes, cappuccinos, and boba teas. Stop in with a friend for a meeting or just good conversation over a good cup of coffee. Their customers say State Street Coffee has "...top-knotch service and an excellent atmosphere". Open 7 days a week until 4PM.

Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill is a world-class facility that welcomes visitors of all ages to over 690,000 square feet of sport and fitness courts, turf fields, a 65,000 square foot fitness center, batting cages, a climbing center and so much more. Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill gives visitors and competitors a complete entertainment experience, hosting a variety of sport tournaments and events and offering numerous activities to enjoy between games including delicious food, a beer garden and an arcade. Located within the former Champion Mill, Spooky Nook Sports offers an experience like no other.

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The Boonshoft Museum is the premier destination for family learning in the Miami Valley. It is a natural history museum, science center, children's museum, planetarium, observatory and zoo!

Located within the historic Champion Paper Mill, the Warehouse Hotel offers a unique lodging experience with cozy amenities, industrial architecture and access to one of the nation’s largest sports complexes, the 690,000 square ft. Spooky Nook Sports. Visitors can enjoy spacious rooms, each with its own distinctive feel, Great Miami River and city views, local shops and delicious dining and beverage options at Forklift & Palate Restaurant, Municipal Brew Works and more. The Warehouse Hotel is a truly special place for visitors to the area.

Newly built Third Street bridge is called a symbol of unity. This bridge is not only the connection for commuters from West Dayton to downtown but its design was meant to bring people together. The bridge, designed with extensive community ideas and input, features eight topics important to the neighborhood and the Miami Valley. In addition, local artist Bing Davis gathered Adinkra African symbols, all about peace and how to live a good life, and installed them on the sidewalks, as well as one image that he designed himself. With 95% federal money, this $17 million dollar project, is now the biggest bridge job in county history. The bridge was coming apart in more ways than one so leaders decided to rebuild the entire thing rather than trying to rehabilitate it. Several community partners and the public came together to brainstorm and make this happen. The new bridge is five lanes wide, has a standard left turn lane towards the intersections, has a 10-foot walk on the north side, and then a 17-foot wide multi-use trail on the south side for people to walk and bike across. There’s also a stairway at the northwest corner of the bridge and a plaza underneath where people can find local art.

The park has over 400 acres that include acres of woodland, about a half-mile frontage along the Great Miami River, remnants of the old Miami-Erie Canal, a prehistoric Indian earthwork, a reconstructed wetland, and ample opportunities for a wide variety of outdoor recreation activities.

Coffee, breakfast, lunch, live music, patio. Featuring African American history and art. The North Star name comes from the star followed by the slaves to freedom. The brightest star in the sky representing the Light of Christ. "The North Star" the newspaper founded by Fredrick Douglass.

A unique farm market featuring an array of foods and crafts available such as: a blending of home grown fresh produce, Baked goods from a local baker, cheeses and jellies, honeys, pickled products and specialty mixes. We feature gift items from 40 local crafters who specialize in woods, fabrics, candles by Yankee, McCall's, Warm Glow and more, florals, baskets, framed prints, potpourris, and furniture. Barn-n-Bunk Farm Market is open from March 22nd through December 23rd.

Piqua and Crooked Handle Brewing Co. celebrated the official opening of a new 10,000 SF brewery and restaurant on the banks of the Great Miami River adjacent to the City’s Lock 9 Park. The new site includes a brewery, warehouse style beer hall, a full kitchen and event space and an outdoor biergarten. Crooked Handle’s new building was home to many years to the Piqua Granite and Marble Company and is located right next to the Great Miami River Recreation Trail. Welcome to Crooked Handle Brewing Co. to the Great Miami Riverway!

An iconic institution of the Dayton community since 1947, The Pine Club is considered one of the great steakhouses in the United States. We cut, age, and meticulously prepare our steaks with an emphasis on unparalleled flavor and quality. Receiving national acclaim, we’re proud of our excellent food, exemplary staff, and timeless atmosphere. The Pine Club has received accolades from the New York Times, the Food Network, USA Today, Gourmet, and others.

Full bar & restaurant with attached golf driving range. "Our Restaurant has great food and appetizers. Plus a full selection of ice cream for the whole family. The Bar has 16 rotating taps of draft beer, bottles, domestic buckets, pitchers, growlers, wine and a full bar. We have indoor and a massive outdoor patio area. We cover and heat the patio through the winter too!"

As the largest park of Great Parks of Hamilton County, Miami Whitewater Forest offers everything from scenic trails to stand-up paddleboarding, to golf and camping. Miami Whitewater Forest offers a visitor center with nature displays and a gift shop. The 4,678 acre park also features multiple trails, including the paved 7.8-mile Shaker Trace trail and 1.4-mile fitness trail, as well as the 1.7-mile Badlands, 0.8-mile Oakleaf, 0.6-mile Tallgrass Prairie and 2.1-mile Timberlakes nature trails, plus two horseback riding trails. Visitors can enjoy a 9-hole disc golf course and play or practice at the Miami Whitewater Forest Soccer Complex in a men's, women's or co-rec league. Shelters, picnic areas and a youth camp area are reservable. The park also includes an 11-acre dog park with play fields, an all-season area and a dog agility course. Phone Numbers: Boathouse: 513-367-9632 Campground: 513-851-2267 Nature’s Niche Gifts & Books: 513-367-4774 Pro Shop: 513-367-4627 Visitor Center: 513-367-4774 Great Parks: 513-521-7275

The Village Wick is a unique candle shop that carries hand-poured soy wax candles in upcycled vintage glassware, natural beeswax taper candles, and candle accessories.

Local farm market boutique offering balms, soaps, oils, cologne, bee hive equipment & services, candied nuts, coffee, teas, knit goods, jams & jellies, syrups & sauces, pet products, quilts, ladders, raw honey products, gift baskets, stationary, candles, macramé, and resin crafts.