The park serves as a registered site for the Monarch Waystation program to support migrating butterflies.
The Highfield Discovery Garden features a 25-foot-tall treehouse and a miniature train layout.
Much of the site was formerly part of an estate owned by the Stearns family.
The park maintains a seasonal butterfly exhibit within the children's garden area.
Glenwood Gardens is a 335-acre park featuring a blend of formal landscape gardens, native prairies, and woodlands. The signature Highfield Discovery Garden offers interactive botanical learning experiences specifically designed for children. Visitors can navigate the Wetland Loop, which includes a boardwalk over a swamp ecosystem. The park serves as a hub for the Great Parks of Hamilton County system. Its grounds include the Victorian-style Highfield House and extensive paved walking trails. The landscape is purposefully curated to include diverse habitats ranging from manicured flower beds to restored wildflower meadows.
The elevated boardwalk overlooking the center of the wetlands during golden hour.
Bring binoculars to spot diverse bird species near the wetland areas.
Utilize the paved paths for strollers, but switch to mulched trails for deeper nature exploration.
Check the Great Parks website for the seasonal schedule of the Highfield Discovery Garden before arrival.
Do not attempt to feed local wildlife, as it disrupts the balance of the park's fragile wetland ecosystems.
Highfield Discovery Garden operates on a seasonal basis and is typically closed during the winter months.
Leashed pets are permitted on trails but are strictly prohibited inside the Highfield Discovery Garden.
