# Voice of America MetroPark Autumn Lake Walk & Playground for Families > Place to go for families in the Cincinnati area (OH / KY / IN). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Dates: Starts Wed, Nov 25 - Where: Voice of America MetroPark, 7850 VOA Park Dr, West Chester, OH 45069 - Ages: All ages (1.4-mile paved lake loop, modern inclusive playground, and wide green spaces) - Price: Free park admission and ample paved free parking throughout the park - Organizer: MetroParks of Butler County - Official page: https://www.yourmetroparks.net/parks/voice-of-america-metropark - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/cincinnati/activities/voice-of-america-metropark-autumn-lake-walk-and-playground-for-familie--listing-d93a0de0f0d0154690aa3431 ## About Spanning 435 scenic acres in West Chester, Ohio, Voice of America MetroPark occupies the historic grounds of the former Cold War-era VOA Bethany Relay Station. The park features a sparkling 35-acre stocked lake encircled by a flat 1.4-mile paved multipurpose walking and biking trail. During Thanksgiving week, families take brisk autumn strolls along the scenic shoreline, watching migratory ducks and enjoying crisp lake breezes. Children love the spacious, modern children's playground equipped with climbing towers, accessible swings, spinning carousels, and sensory activity stations on cushioned safety surfacing. Open grassland meadows and hill slopes provide fun spots for kids to fly kites or roll in fallen autumn leaves. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Paved asphalt paths encircle the lake and connect the main parking lots, the VOA Ronald Reagan Lodge, and the playground with complete step-free access. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Heated, fully accessible public restrooms with baby-changing tables are available at both the central playground shelter and the Ronald Reagan Lodge. • Age Suitability: All ages. The playground features dedicated equipment zones for toddlers and older children, while the paved lake loop accommodates strollers and trikes. • Sensory Tips: Open sky, expansive water views, and gentle natural acoustics. 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