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Explore The Hidden Gems Of Monroe

A warm welcome to one of our newest Riverway communities: the City of Monroe! Monroe, Ohio is a cozy small town with spacious parks, local dining, and beloved historic sites. You can expect to be welcomed with bright smiles and friendly faces as you explore all that Monroe has to offer. Enjoy sunny days at the Monroe Bicentennial Commons. ...
 

The Best Things To Do In Trenton

A warm welcome to one of our newest Riverway partners, the city of Trenton! Get away from the hustle and visit this quieter hidden gem along the Great Miami Riverway. Find scenic pastoral views by visiting a historic 19th century Amish-Mennonite settlement called Chrisholm Farmstead. In the autumn, enjoy a breathtaking field of sunflowers ...
 

Mound Laboratory & the Dayton Project - Our Slice of the Oppenheimer Story

Did you know that the Great Miami Riverway has its own slice of this atomic cold war history? Have you heard about the Dayton Project, or the Mound Laboratory in Miamisburg? On July 21st, movie-goers rushed to their local theaters to catch the new Oppenheimer film, doubling its projected box office performance for opening weekend around t ...
 

Recap of the 2023 Riverway Summit

Couldn't attend? Watch the 2023 Riverway Summit! Recorded in 4 sections you can watch the entire playlist here: https://tinyurl.com/2023RiverwaySummitRecap
 

Sidney and Shelby County attract Ohio's largest initial foreign investment

According to the Ohio Manufacturer’s Association, the Great Miami Riverway is home to more than 2,500 manufacturing companies. Sidney and Shelby County have more manufacturing jobs per capita than any other county in the state of Ohio. Those job numbers just grew significantly with the recent addition of 1,200 new jobs at a new SEMCORP Ad ...
 

Dear Santa, All for I want for Christmas is a new bike (from a local bike store!)

About ten years ago, I purchased a bike at a local shop and it served me well. The kind of bike you take out on short trips. I rode it all over the Riverway on our bike trail system. However, this year I joined with some friends for a 2-day, 200+ mile cycling adventure. I realized very quickly that my old bike needed an upgrade. We averag ...
 

Four of the Best Fall Color Hikes Along The Riverway

Saying goodbye to summer is never easy, but the best part about fall along the Great Miami Riverway is the opportunity to enjoy cooler temperatures, add cozy layers back into your wardrobe, and to enjoy some leisurely walks and hikes where you can soak in the beautiful colors of the season. There’s no better place than along the Riverway ...
 

Project makes using the bike trail safer

Have you traveled the Great Miami River Recreation Trail for exercise, for your commute, or just for fun? No matter the reason, accidents can happen. And thanks to a new sign marking project, the trail just got a little safer for you. If you need help, you should call 911 and tell them your location. But what if you don't know where you a ...
 

NEW! Riverway Poster Series

We are so excited to debut the Riverway Poster Series featuring Riverway places and activities! Modeled after the classic Works Progress Administration (WPA) art style of the 1930s and 1940s, the posters show iconic places from across the Riverway. Featuring beautiful stylized images, the series was launched with the first poster of a sce ...
 

Try these 9 Places With Outdoor Seating This Summer

As seen in Cincinnati Magazine on July 1, 2022 In the summer, few things are better than dining al fresco. Whether you’re meeting friends for a cocktail or grabbing lunch after a day kayaking on the water, there’s a spot for everyone to try on the Great Miami Riverway. Take a mini road trip this summer to hit all the fun spots. Here are s ...
 

Four family-friendly hikes in the Riverway during warmer weather

There is a lot of summer left – and we love the warmer weather and the long sunny days. We also love the opportunity to spend more time outdoors and visit some of the best places to hike in the region. We’ve gathered four of our favorite family-friendly hikes from our list of 99 things to do along the Great Miami Riverway. So round up you ...
 

Four Places to Experience Street Art and Murals along the Riverway

We have some incredible museums and galleries along the Great Miami Riverway, but one of our favorite ways to experience art is through the vast selection of street art and murals in our riverfront communities. It’s amazing when artists take to the streets and work to make the beautiful communities along the Riverway even more pleasing to ...