Daycation Outdoor Recreation Ideas

Miami Valley Trails Bike, skate, or walk the nation’s largest network of paved trails, right here in Greater Dayton. You heard us right---the NATION’S LARGEST network of paved trails. With over 340+miles to select from, you can venture out on different routes throughout the entire summer! Refresh and refuel at area restaurants.

Fishing
Spend a Daycation casting your cares away while you fish at any number of area rivers or lakes. There are even numerous locations where a fishing license is not required. If you've never fished before why not try it? You might get hooked! Tell your friends you'll "catch 'em later!"

Canoeing & Kayaking -Paddle Sports
Get on the water and paddle! Dayton is known for its “Five Rivers” MetroParks for good reason. Beyond the riverways, enjoy the lakes at Eastwood MetroPark and Englewood MetroPark. Don’t have a boat? No worries! There are places to rent equipment and take lessons.

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Disc Golf
It’s free, it’s as challenging as you want it to be, it's inexpensive, and it’s exciting for “kids” of all ages. Check out Greater Dayton’s 13 disc golf courses this summer. You’re only a few “throws away” from becoming a pro!

Golfing Fore Fun!
Greater Dayton offers lots of public golf courses where you can drive, chip and putt your day and cares away. Get outside and experience each of Greater Dayton's public golf courses and up your game!

Miniature Golf
When a three-yard hole can be the same par as a 475-yard hole, you know you’re playing miniature golf, or as we like to call it, “candybar fun-sized” golf! Practice your shots and fine-tune your finesse at any of these local courses.

Geocaching
All you need is a smart phone/gps system and a sense of adventure! Challenge friends or family to this modern day scavenger hunt! Explore Greater Dayton's Five Rivers MetroParks geocaching adventures!

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Link Bikes
With 225 bikes and 24 stations, and the anticipated addition of more hubs and 100 electric-assist bicycles, a great ride is just a Link Bike away. Rent a regular bike or zoom with ease on an electric-powered bike throughout greater downtown Dayton.

Learning Tree Farm
Learning Tree Farm is a working farm that is committed to providing hands-on learning experiences for children and families who otherwise might not have access to a traditional farm setting. Head out to the farm for adventures in learning together.

Wegerzyn Gardens

Garden Delights
Let the serenity and beauty of area gardens transport you to your happy place. Spend an afternoon or a day strolling. Visit these spectacular Dayton gardens: Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum, Wegerzyn Gardens, Cox Arboretum, Aullwood Gardens.

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MetroPark Hikes
Dayton’s Five Rivers MetroParks offer over 16,000 acres and 20 parks with diverse habitats from forests and prairies to wetlands. There are hikes for everyone! Make it a goal to explore each of the Five Rivers MetroParks this summer!

Rob Drydek Skate Plaza

Rob Dyrdek Skate Park
Kettering, Ohio native Rob Dyrdek designed an urban skate park in Kettering. Grab your board and head to the skate park where you can catch air, kickflip, hardflip, ollie and carve all day long!

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Drive-In Movies
Streaming Netflix and Prime at home can’t compare to the fun of catching a flick from your car at the drive-in movies! Load up the vehicle with family, friends or your sweetie and head out for a movie under the stars at the Dixie Twin Drive-in Theater or the Melody 49 Drive-in Theater.

BMX Track at Delco Park, Kettering
From bunnyhops to burley grinds, you'll find Kettering’s Delco Park BMX Track has plenty of opportunities for you and your friends to shred it!

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Regardless of the Daycation Outdoor Adventure(s) you select to participate in, you're sure to work up an appetite. Check out the restaurant listings below to find the perfect match for what you're craving. To experience a true Daycation get-away, spend a night or a weekend in one of Greater Dayton's many inviting hotel properties. For a full list of area hotels click on the link below.

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You’ve been cooped up because of the quarantine. It’s time to get out and have some fun. Whether you’re “playing” solo, as a couple, family or group– you deserve a Daycation!

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