Shawnee Lookout

Shawnee Lookout

History, Heritage, Views & Trails

A beloved hilltop retreat with deep ties to regional history and Native American heritage.

Shawnee Lookout is a beloved hilltop retreat known for its deep ties to regional history and Native American heritage. With sweeping views of the Ohio River Valley and remnants of the past scattered throughout its landscape, Shawnee Lookout is a place for guests to explore scenic paths, roam open green spaces and connect with stories that stretch back generations.

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Shawnee Lookout: 2,179 Acres
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Plan your visit

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Address

Shawnee Lookout
Open daily from dawn until dusk

2008 Lawrenceburg Road North Bend, OH 45052

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Phone: 513-521-7275
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Wedding Receptions, Family Reunions, Birthdays

TRAILS

Trails

Blue Jacket Trail

A scenic path lined with fragrant spicebush, wildflowers, and tall prairie plants.

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Little Turtle Trail

The trail passes a prehistoric Woodland-period burial mound - one of nearly 40 ancient earthworks in the park reflecting 14,000 years of history.

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Miami Fort Trail

This scenic trail winds through the ancient Miami Fort earthwork, revealing burial mounds and offering panoramic views of the Ohio and Great Miami rivers - with Indiana and Kentucky visible on the horizon.

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RECREATION

Activities at Shawnee Lookout

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Paddling

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Picnicking

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Playgrounds

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Trails

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Events at Shawnee Lookout

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Landscaping at Woodland Mound

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Miami Fort Trail Stiltgrass Pull-o-thon at Shawnee Lookout

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Disc Golf Course Maintenance & Invasive Plant Removal at Winton Woods

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Invasive Pear Removal at Miami Whitewater Forest

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Funding

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