Owl’s Nest Park is a small Cincinnati park at 1984 Madison Road, not a park in Xenia. It has recreation features including a playground, sports courts and a paved walking path, with a history rooted in a Perkins family gift.
- Location: 1984 Madison Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45208
- Managed by: Cincinnati Parks
- Hours: Open daily
- Features: Playground, courts, field, picnic areas and paved path
Where is Owl’s Nest Park?
What can you do at the park?
Owl’s Nest Park has a range of outdoor recreation features, including a playground, basketball courts, a baseball/softball field, benches, picnic areas, grills and a paved walking path. Trees on the grounds include bald cypress, oaks, hickories, maples, dogwoods, spruces and hackberries; the park is also home to birds, squirrels and insects.
Dogs are welcome on leash. There are no public restrooms at the park, and the Owl’s Nest Pavilion is no longer in use. The basketball courts and baseball/softball field are maintained and reserved through the Cincinnati Recreation Commission, so check with the relevant park or recreation authority if you are planning to use those facilities.
What is the park’s history?
Two historic entryway columns remain at the Madison Road entrance. The original ornamental wrought-iron fence was dismantled during World War II. These features connect the park’s present-day entrance with its early history as land donated by the Perkins family.
The family’s gifts expanded the original park acreage over time. The history also explains the name: “Owl’s Nest” was the name given to the Perkins homestead by the donors’ parents.
What should you check before visiting?
The park’s hours are 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Hours and facility information can change, so check the official site before you go. For sports facilities, confirm reservation and maintenance details with the Cincinnati Recreation Commission.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 6 AM–10 PM
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Plan for a visit centered on the park’s outdoor features, and keep in mind that there are no public restrooms. Leash your dog if bringing one. If your itinerary is based in Xenia, a two-star room in Xenia keeps lodging plans in that city, while Owl’s Nest Park itself is in Cincinnati.
FAQs
Is Owl’s Nest Park in Xenia?
No. Owl’s Nest Park is at 1984 Madison Road in Cincinnati, Ohio.
What facilities are at Owl’s Nest Park?
Features include a playground, basketball courts, a baseball/softball field, benches, picnic areas, grills and a paved walking path.
Are dogs allowed at Owl’s Nest Park?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on leash.
Does Owl’s Nest Park have public restrooms?
No. There are no public restrooms at the park.