There are several options available for those interested in bringing their group to Cincinnati Nature Center's Rowe Woods.

Scroll to browse our policies and helpful tips on how to facilitate your group while visiting our grounds. All summer groups will receive an orientation on the date of their visit and be provided materials to help facilitate their visit.

Children’s groups of 12 to 50 people are welcome at our Rowe Woods location, both on our trails and within our Nature PlayScape. All children’s groups visiting Cincinnati Nature Center must preregister.

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If You Are Visiting Our Trails During the Fall, Winter, or Spring:

All children’s groups visiting our trails must preregister by contacting the Registrar at registrar@cincynature.org.

• All adults responsible for a group must read the Nature Center's Group Policy and Trail Rules.

• We ask that large groups divide into 12 or fewer people when hiking on the trails.

• Please ensure that you have one or more adults per group of 11 children.

• Groups that have scheduled a trail hike cannot visit the Nature PlayScape unless prearranged. No drop-in groups will be allowed. Please note that the PlayScape is designed for children from 2-12 years old.

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If You Are Visiting Our Nature PlayScape During the Fall, Winter, or Spring:

Cincinnati Nature Center allows groups of up to 60 people to visit the Nature PlayScape. Groups must preregister by contacting the Registrar at registrar@cincynature.org.

• All group leaders must read the Nature Center's Group Policy and Nature PlayScape Rules.

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Children's Group Summer Registration

All groups wishing to visit in the summer are asked to preregister online, starting in February 2025 by using the link below. A nonrefundable and nontransferable reservation fee must be made at the time of reservation with a credit card. This fee may be applied to the total admission charge, which will be paid upon arrival at our front gate. We accept credit cards and checks to pay your group visit. there is no extra charge for parking or to visit our Nature PlayScape.

Potentially available dates include Monday through Thursday from June 3 through August 15. Groups may visit during the time frame listed on their reservation and confirmation materials. Groups registering in the summer are limited to these select dates.

Cincinnati Nature Center welcomes your adult group, club, or business to our beautiful Rowe Woods location. We offer group rates, self-led opportunities, staff-led hikes, presentations, and venue rentals. We also offer engaging online presentations for adult groups who would like to learn remotely.

Group Admission for Independent Hike

Adult groups of 12 people or more must preregister and pay daily admission at the gate. We ask that large groups divide into 12 or fewer people when hiking on the trails.

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Outdoor Guided Walk/Hike

90-minute, themed walk/hike on-site at Cincinnati Nature Center’s Rowe Woods only.

Pricing

$300 for a 90-minute walk/hike for up to 15 people. Additional adults are $15 each (up to five people). Additional 6-15 adults is priced at an additional $300. Walk/hike pricing includes admission fees. No member discounts.

Grounds and Gardens of Rowe Woods

Rowe Woods was created around two former estates. On this walking tour, we’ll discover the history of the estates and the vestiges of their horticultural efforts. We’ll also explore the concept of invasive plants and highlight the value of native plants to native wildlife. This guided walk/hike is available at Krippendorf Lodge or Groesbeck Estate.

Seasonal Nature Hike

From snowy tracks, to wildflowers, to fall colors, nature is ever-present and always changing. Explore the four seasons in the fields and forests of Rowe Woods on a naturalist-led walk or hike. Learn about native plants and wildlife along the trail as you take in nature’s beauty.

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Custom Programs

Custom programs are provided based on availability. Pricing starts at $400, based on the specifics of the individual program request.

School Field Trips take place September–May only. We offer a variety of programs and packages to meet your school's needs and interests.