Winter Hiking: California Woods with Explore Nature!

Bundle up and explore Cincinnati Parks this winter! As part of Cincinnati Parks + Rec for Wellness, this guided group hike invites you to get outside, stay active, and experience Cincinnati’s parks during the winter season. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with others, enjoy time in nature, and discover what makes each park unique. Our hikes are welcoming and community-focused, with a comfortable pace for participants of varying experience levels. Please bring water, wear comfortable walking or hiking shoes, and dress in layers for the weather. This group hike is part of our seasonal Cincinnati Parks + Rec for Wellness hiking series and one of the 300+ free wellness events we bring to the community each year. Gia Giammarinaro / Cincinnati Parks Explore Nature! Gia Giammarinaro is a naturalist with Cincinnati Parks’ Explore Nature! program who helps connect people of all ages with the outdoors. Her guided hikes encourage curiosity and exploration while highlighting the plants, wildlife and natural features found throughout Cincinnati Parks. Meeting Place: Meet at the California Woods Nature Center—Pull all the way back on the drive, parking lot is on your right with the nature center to your left. Always Free. All Ages. No Membership Required. Winter Weather Winter hikes are intended to get us outside even when it’s chilly! Hikes will take place in typical winter conditions but may be canceled or modified in the event of ice, dangerously cold temperatures or other hazardous conditions. Please check Cincinnati Parks Foundation’s social media channels before heading out for any weather-related updates. Register