This is to purchase a Daily Fishing Permit only. The Voice of America Lake is stocked annually in the spring. MetroParks fishing permits are only required to fish at VOA Lake. A State of Ohio fishing license is required to fish at all other park locations. If you are interested in purchasing an annual fishing permit, please visit the Voice of America Welcome Center during business hours. Children 5 years and younger can fish for free.
Ice Fishing is NOT Permitted.

Experience Nature in a Blink, a year-long series in which MetroParks offers opportunities throughout the year to appreciate fleeting natural occurrences.

The moment the ground begins to thaw, the salamanders of Indian Creek are ready to go! Join us during this one night, special evening program to observe migration from forest to vernal pools where the salamanders can safely lay their eggs. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required.

Once the migration has been confirmed, pre-registered participants will be notified the night before or morning of the program and have until 2:00pm that day to confirm registration. All spaces not claimed by 2:00pm will be offered to those on the waiting list.

Registration is currently full! To be added to the waitlist, use the waitlist option below. If you run into any problems, call the phone number with the extension below. We will contact you if a spot becomes available.

Experience Nature in a Blink, a year-long series where you become eyewitness to the elusive wonders of nature at your favorite MetroParks.

Nature's in bloom, with flowers, trees, and shrubs all trying their best to attract pollinators. Hike with us to find the best spots for this seasonal display!

THE 8:00, 8:20, and 8:40 PM TIMESLOTS ARE FULL. PLEASE ONLY REQUEST THE 9:00 OR 9:20PM TIMESLOTS.

Bring your own flashlight and we'll take care of the eggs. Reserve your start time to access our eggs-clusive egg hunt. Eggs-perts who find enough eggs can trade them in for a treat. Egg hunt timeslot options start at 8:00 PM, with the final hunt starting ten minutes before the program closes.
ONLY THE 9:00PM AND 9:20PM TIMESLOTS STILL HAVE AVAILABILITY.

Need more eggs-citement? Visit with animal ambassadors to learn about eggs in nature. Ready for an eggs-tra challenge? Head out on the trail to spot even more eggs-quisite eggs.

Participants must be 12 years of age or under.

THIS EGG HUNT IS SOLD OUT. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.

Bring your own flashlight and we'll take care of the eggs. Reserve your start time to access our eggs-clusive egg hunt. Eggs-perts who find enough eggs can trade them in for a treat. Egg hunt timeslot options start at 8:00 PM, with the final hunt starting ten minutes before the program closes.

Need more eggs-citement? Visit with animal ambassadors to learn about eggs in nature. Ready for an eggs-tra challenge? Head out on the trail to spot even more eggs-quisite eggs.

Participants must be 12 years of age or under.

Nature's in bloom, with flowers, trees, and shrubs all trying their best to attract pollinators. Hike with us to find the best spots for this seasonal display!

Join the Friends of Chrisholm and explore the historic Augspurger house. Learn about the family who once called it home.

Ever wondered what wildlife you can find in your own city? Help us kick off the 2025 City Nature Challenge! We will help you get started recording your best observations of wild plants, animals, or fungi. You can also be a part of this citizen science initiative from anywhere! All observations in Butler County recorded in iNaturalist from April 25 - April 28 are automatically added to our local project, part of the larger global challenge.

Ever wondered what wildlife you can find in your own city? Help us kick off the 2025 City Nature Challenge! We will help you get started recording your best observations of wild plants, animals, or fungi. You can also be a part of this citizen science initiative from anywhere! All observations in Butler County recorded in iNaturalist from April 25 - April 28 are automatically added to our local project, part of the larger global challenge.

Spring is in full swing, and it's a fantastic time for birding in Butler County, with many migrating species you may not see any other time of year! Novices and experts alike hike with us to see who's passing through your parks. Binoculars are available for use during this hike.