A Landmark Investment in Conservation

French Park is entering a new chapter. Cincinnati Parks, in partnership with Cincinnati Parks Foundation, is undertaking a multiyear effort to restore the park’s natural landscape, strengthen its trail system and create a healthier, more welcoming experience for everyone who visits.

Made possible by a transformational $1.8 million gift from an anonymous donor, the project represents Cincinnati’s largest reforestation effort in a city park in nearly 100 years. The work beginning at French Park has the potential to become a model for restoring urban forests throughout Cincinnati and beyond.

About French Park

Located in Amberley Village, French Park encompasses approximately 281 acres of wooded hillsides, meadows, creeks and hiking trails. Its natural beauty, historic French House and expansive landscape make it one of the Cincinnati Park’s most distinctive destinations.

Like many urban forests, however, portions of French Park have been affected by invasive plants, declining habitat and trails that require thoughtful restoration. This project will address those challenges through a comprehensive approach that considers the health of the forest and the experience of the people who use it.