Alltrails has 7 great hiking trails, mountain biking trails, dogs leash trails and more, with. Therefore the behringercrawford museum is a center for the collection, presentation, study and enjoyment of our natural, cultural, visual and performing arts heritage. Park hills city council proposes ordinance that could. The trail goes through burr oak state park to tom jenkins dam and then enters wayne national forest, which was named for revolutionary war hero general anthony wayne. The best mountain bike trails in kentucky singletracks. Download a printable pdf version of the park map in english or espanol. Park hills city council proposes ordinance that could block. Find meandering paths that wind through the bluegrass region in central kentucky, and head south for trails through mammoth cave national park. The park s behringercrawford museum details the natural history of the area. Devou park campus chnk main campus chnk behavioral health. Cincinnati offroad alliance, a chapter of the international mountain bike association, in partnership with the city of covington, official trail page.
Devou park was originally the family farm of william p. Chad irey, a local resident and outdoor enthusiast, was the mastermind behind the plan to convert the unused acreage at devou park into a maze of offroad trails. Nestled on over 25 acres of private property, our devou park campus provides a serene, therapeutic environment for kids in treatment. Devou home and the behringercrawford museum kenton county. This map can be found in various kiosks around the park or can be downloaded and printed for personal use. Box 72810 newport, ky 41072 phone 859 4316216 fax 859 4397. Start checking them out and youll be out on the trail in no time.
Whether youre looking for the best trails in mammoth cave national park or around louisville, pine ridge or mammoth cave we. Carving more than eight miles of secluded tracks through the rolling landscape of devou park, our backcountry trails are a haven for hikers, mountain bikers. Enjoy the best of both worlds at the bluffs at devou park. Located 15 minutes from downtown and 5 minutes from i75. Devou park is located in covington, ky, across the river from cincinnati and only 4 miles from downtown. The trail traverses trimble state wildlife area and reenters wayne national forest on some of its 200 miles of trails passing lake tecumsey south of the town of shawnee. Located in lexington, kentucky, the 734acre raven run nature sanctuary is dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of the kentucky river palisades. Devou park covington 2020 all you need to know before you. With more than 27 trails covering 153 miles youre bound to find a perfect trail for you. Wessels family donates 11 acres near existing biking and hiking trails in devou park to city of fort wright 11272019 0 comment our rich history. The trails are not just for bikes though, they are for all self propelled activities. In 1845, james taylor eubank purchased a portion of what today encompasses devou park.
Devou park offers a variety of trail options, including paved walking and bike trails, nature trails, and trails specifically catering to offroad cyclists. Hikers can explore plenty of different lake and river front trails in the lake region of west kentucky. May 02, 2014 now, many are finding out about another devou treasure. Devou park hosted an annual egg fight on easter sunday in the 1930s. Please ride directly through the mud as to not widen the soft spot. They have playgrounds for the kids a great little museum and a golf course with tennis courts. Covingtons devou park was fast becoming a recreational center for the residents of northern kenton county. Contribute to the kentucky symphony orchestra and help keep the music playing in your community. Cincinnati offroad alliance, a chapter of the international mountain bike association, in partnership.
Yellow means the trails might be slick in a few places. After four years of approval process, ground broke in 2008. Devou park mountain bike trails cincinnati magazine. Devou park became a favorite place for recreation among covington residents and residents from throughout northern kentucky. This park offers an array of recreational and entertainment opportunities including an 18hole golf course, multiple playgrounds and picnic shelters, a collection of mature trees of various species, over eight miles of mountain bike trails, an amphitheater. It is the closest route to the cincinnatinorthern kentucky international airport. Devou park covington 2020 all you need to know before. Shortly thereafter, he began constructing a substantial brick federal style farmhouse on the property. Devou park is a singletrack mountain bike trail in ludlow, kentucky.
There were already three great miles of paths in place when, last summer, a coalition of ohio and kentucky riders cut the ribbon on another fourplus miles of natural surface singletrack. By 19, use of the park had increased to such an extent that a police officer became necessary. May 31, 2016 one of the hiking trails at raven run nature sanctuary. The american discovery trail follows the buckeye trail for most of its route through ohio from chester hill to eden park in cincinnati. Printed park maps are available at trail head kiosks and facilities throughout the park. Devou park mountain bike trail in ludlow, kentucky.
Trail devoution mountain bike trail, ludlow, kentucky. Backcountry trails carving more than eight miles of secluded tracks through the rolling landscape of devou park, our backcountry trails are a haven for hikers, mountain bikers and anyone seeking a refreshing retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. By mark hanselnkytribune managing editoran overflow crowd attended mondays park hills city council meeting monday to hear discussion of a proposed new residential development project near dev. Southern kentucky is mostly flat, while the western tip of the state harbors flood plains and low, rolling hills. There are 4 moderate trails in devou park ranging from 1. The nearest weather station for both precipitation and temperature measurements is cincinnati abbe w which is approximately 5 miles away and has an elevation of 760 feet 96 feet lower than devou park. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you selected. Its the best view in town, and its right here for you to enjoy. The editors at backpacker have created an extensive collection of popular trails and trips for hiking and backpacking kentucky.
The best bike trails are rated by weighing the following ranking factors. Originally located in downtown covington, childrens home of northern kentucky moved to devou park in 1925. Covington man blazes trails in devou park washington times. The most popular park in cincinnati, with many important cultural landmarks and lovely running trails. Beautiful rolling hills, walkingbiking trails, peaceful resting and picnic areas along with playgrounds for children. The 1,445mile buckeye trail is unique among trails because it is the only trail that completely circles the state through which it runs. Perched at the top of devou parks highest hill, our memorial overlook provides a sprawling. Devou park and kenton hills backcountry trails and a hillside. Singletracks members have ranked the best mountain bike trails in kentucky using our unique trail ranking algorithm. Administration building childrens home of northern kentucky. The drees pavilion, a banquet hall, is located in devou park. Youll find more than 10 miles of hiking trails that include meadows, streams, and woodlands that are typical of the area. By mark hanselnkytribune managing editoran overflow crowd attended mondays park hills city council meeting monday to hear discussion of a proposed.
Apr 27, 2009 the complete guide to kentucky state parks is the onestop resource for information on great places to view kentucky s natural beauty, tour historical sites, golf, camp, fish, hike, backpack, swim, ride horseback, rock climb, and enjoy almost any other type of outdoor recreation. The devou park mtb trails is an allvolunteer, alldonations effort, opened in 2010 with continued improvement and expansion today. This hilltop parks overlooks offer panoramic views of the cincinnati skyline and the ohio river valley below. Mar 05, 2020 when you are in covington ky you have to visit devou park it is a large park on the hills overlooking covington and cincinnati. May 17, 2014 chad irey, whos either built or supervised the construction of most of the trail system in covingtons 700acre devou park, recently became the first kentuckian and the 85th person in the world. The devou park backcountry trail expansion project is a multiyear, multiphase project started in 2003 to establish destinationclass natural surface trails. The trails at devou park are some of the newest trails in the greater cincinnati area. Topo maps, latitude and longitude coordinates, and address for devou park. Cincinnati offroad alliance, a chapter of the international mountain bike association, in partnership with. The cincinnati offroad alliance cora maintains a page indicating trail conditions on all cincinnati area mountain bike trails. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and get out into the places they love to play. Located in covington, kentucky, devou is known for having some of the best views of the city, and it also has some lovely hiking trails. Top 5 hiking trails in northern kentucky and cincinnati kenton.
Kentucky lake, lake barkley, and 4 other rivers come together to make this a scenic place for a hike. Below are weather averages from 1971 to 2000 according to data gathered from the nearest official weather station. In eastern kentucky, the cumberland plateau has created mountainous terrain mixed with plateaus and valleys. We enjoy this park for its great view and its offerings of lots of trails. Kentucky hiking trails explore kentucky hikes and trails. Backcountry trails and a hillside neighborhood is a walking adventure located in or near cincinnati, oh. Perched at the top of devou park s highest hill, our memorial overlook provides a sprawling panorama of cincinnati and covington. We took a walk through devou park, inspired by the walking cincinnati book. This park offers an array of recreational and entertainment opportunities including an 18hole golf course, multiple playgrounds and picnic shelters, a collection of mature trees of various species. Summer series at devou park awilliamson 20180902t16. The park contains nature trails, playgrounds, and an 18hole golf course. Bring your camera, a picnic or your favorite book this view is worth savoring.
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