Community
Parks
West Chester Township Parks are free and open to the community. These parks and recreational areas feature concerts, festivals, sports fields, programming and open play. They are also home to wildlife, pollinators and native plant species.
West Chester is also home to the Voice of America MetroPark, owned and operated by MetroParks of Butler County.
West Chester residents and families enjoy hundreds of acres of beautiful park property. Keeping these parks safe and well maintained requires involvement from all of those who enjoy them.
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Beckett Park First games on the new pickleball courts Beckett Park
8545 and 8630 Beckett Road
Beckett Park is a 150-acre property in the Union Centre area situated both to the east and west of Beckett Road at the foot of Beckett Ridge. With active and passive recreational opportunities, Beckett Park has something for everyone. Amenities include:
- West Chester Splash Park, largest free splash pad in the State of Ohio
- Paved and natural walking trails
- Boundless playground, 8560 Beckett Road: a pioneer-themed playground that is accessible to children of all abilities with a restroom facility and the Beckett Park East Shelter, which is only available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Two fishing ponds: located on the west side of Beckett Road, these ponds are stocked naturally and are open to free, catch-and-release fishing
- Natural playground: a small area utilizing natural features of the terrain for children to climb and play on the west side of Beckett park.
- West Chester Baseball Complex: the West Chester Baseball Complex features four tournament-quality fields that attract some of the finest youth baseball players.
- Muhlhauser Barn:A restored 1881 timber-frame barn is located in Beckett Park and is available to rent April 1-Nov. 15 each year.
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Keehner Park Amphitheatre A fall afternoon on the terraces Keehner Park
7211 and 7411 Barret Road
Keehner Park is a 123-acre property nestled along the east fork of the Mill Creek, offering active and passive recreational opportunities including:
- Two playgrounds
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The Square @ Union Centre Hayrides at the Great Pumpkin Fest The Square @ Union Centre
9285 Centre Pointe Drive
The Square @ Union Centre is an outdoor gathering space located in the heart of West Chester's downtown, surrounded by local restaurants and businesses and adjacent to the MidPointe Library. The Square features the First Financial Bank clock tower and is a great place to meet friends, have lunch, or read a book.
A variety of events and community gatherings take place on The Square each year, including the Shamrock Shuffle, the Union Centre Food Truck Rally, and The Takeover.
First Financial Bank presents THE TAKEOVER
Your Summer. Your Park. Your Party.
The Takeover is an admission-free, outdoor summer concert series hosted on The Square @ Union Centre, 9285 Centre Pointe Dr. Free concerts are held 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursdays at the clock tower. Visit our events calendar for specific concert dates and details.
Each night offers free, live music; dinner & dessert options from some of the area’s tastiest food trucks, as well as non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages for sale by local nonprofits.
Outside alcohol is not permitted in the park and is a violation of the State of Ohio Liquor Permit. Coolers and bags are subject to search. We appreciate your understanding.
Well-behaved dogs on leash are permitted.
Please note that inclement weather may impact the concert schedule or result in delays and cancellations.
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West Chester Splash Park
8545 Beckett Road
The West Chester Splash Park offers a fun, family-friendly way to cool off all summer long. The park is designed for children of all ages and abilities, featuring a wide range of interactive water features such as four water slides, a giant tipping bucket, interactive water tables, a stone waterfall, and multi-level spray zones. Shaded seating and a covered shelter area with picnic tables rounds out the amenities.
Located within Beckett Park (West), the splash park adds to the park’s other amenities, including a boundless playground, walking trails, fishing ponds, and the historic Muhlhauser Barn. The splash park is free to the public and is the largest of its kind in the State of Ohio.
Plan Your Visit
Open to the public from Memorial Day to Labor Day
Hours of operation: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily
Free on-site parking available
No admission fee required
Address: 8545 Beckett Road, West Chester, OH 45069
Park Rules
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Upper Mill Creek Conservation Corridor
Firebird Lane
A passive wetland park following the Mill Creek and the former Miami Erie Canal, the Upper Mill Creek Conservation Corridor is made possible by the Clean Ohio Fund with support from many agencies and corporate partners. The Corridor protects the Mill Creek’s floodplain, enhances water conditions and reduces flooding concerns.
The park features the paved three-mile Port Union Canal Trail, which passes the ruins of a canal aqueduct, waste weir, and the foundation of an icehouse and ice ponds. With a variety of flora and fauna, the park is an excellent location for bird watching and nature exploration.
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Voice of America MetroPark The USS Cincinnati Peace Pavilion and the VOA Museum of Broadcasting Voice of America Park
7850 VOA Park Drive MetroParks of Butler County
Originally part of the historic Voice of America Bethany Relay Station, this 430-acre park was conveyed to the community through the Federal Lands to Parks program and is operated by MetroParks of Butler County.