Discover Park Hills

Park Hills combines a rich local history with green spaces and a lively events culture. The character of the town is particularly evident in Trolley Park: its name derives from the streetcar line that once ran through the park. Those looking to combine historical discoveries, walks and occasional events on their trip will find a variety of options here to incorporate into their plans.

Streetcar history and historic houses

The mature tree canopy of Park Hills frames the historic houses and gives the streets seasonal color. The historic district of Park Hills, which has been listed on the National Register, is characterized by landscaping dating from the 1920s to the 1950s. Thus, not only the architecture but also the design of the surroundings forms part of the town's history.

In Trolley Park, the stone buildings at both ends of the park recall an earlier era of transportation. They once served as shelters for commuters waiting for the streetcar. The history of Stonewall House also takes visitors back to another era: built in the mid-19th century, the restaurant and tavern served cattle drivers on the turnpike as a stopping point on their way to the markets in Covington and Cincinnati. In 1890, Amsterdam Village was an established community with a brewery, slaughterhouses, a tavern, a meeting hall, a sauerkraut factory and a distillery.

Parkland and trails for different vacation days

Devou Park in Covington is located near Park Hills. It covers more than 700 acres and offers golf, mountain-bike trails, a fishing lake, as well as paved and natural trails. Depending on your plans for the day, you can focus on the town's historic character or set aside time for activities in Devou Park.

Transportation history is also part of this picture. An extensive streetcar line connected Park Hills with downtown Covington, Cincinnati and other areas of Kenton County. Visitors used the streetcars from Park Hills to reach Devou Park. These connections are part of the town's documented history and help explain how Park Hills was linked to the surrounding destinations.

Events in Trolley Park

Trolley Park also hosts a variety of events. Yoga is offered as a free one-hour session held on Saturdays in May during the summer. Families with children between the ages of 2 and 12 can mark their calendars for the traditional annual Easter egg hunt, which includes the egg hunt, snacks and the Easter Bunny. Christmas in the Park features a tree-lighting ceremony in Trolley Park, as well as visits from Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus.

Another opportunity to experience Park Hills as a community is the Memorial Day parade. Cars, pedestrians, cyclists, businesses, and youth and sports groups can take part. The route runs from Dixie Highway via Arlington, Old State Road, Terrace Drive and Amsterdam Road to Park Drive. If you are planning your trip around an event, you should check the relevant date information separately.

Park Hills as a base for planning your trip

When choosing accommodation, it helps to first determine the focus of your trip: historic townscapes, events in Trolley Park or the diverse opportunities in nearby Devou Park. Trolley Park and other public areas of Park Hills are being enhanced with play areas, seating, lighting and other facilities. This allows you to choose a holiday apartment or holiday home based on your plans for each day without limiting your trip to just one type of experience.

For further trip planning, you can also explore the following places: Erlanger, Covington, Fort Mitchell, Fort Wright, Lakeside Park, Bromley.

For the higher-level travel overview: Kenton.