Nearby Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg serves the county's medical needs, in the midst of a $38 million construction project improving the hospital to meet growing population demands. Hospitals in Cincinnati are a half hour drive away.

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Nearby Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg serves the county's medical needs. Community Mental Health Facility is in nearby Lawrenceburg, and Mercy Franciscan Hospital Center with flight access to downtown trauma centers is in nearby Harrison, Ohio. Hospitals in Cincinnati are a half-hour drive away.

Over 560 acres of common grounds and recreational areas are featured in this residential area with a focus on community activities and amenities. Activities include baseball and soccer at the sports complex, a beach, Olympic-sized pool and 18-hole golf course. An active civic club keeps life humming with several annual events. A fitness club is available for workout enthusiasts.

You'll need to drive to meet most shopping needs; the only commercial venture on site is a tavern called Willies. Nearby Lawrenceburg offers many retail outlets and is only ten minutes away from anywhere in the Valley. Numerous shopping centers in Greater Cincinnati are a convenient 30-minute drive away.

Hidden Valley

Easy access to Interstates 275 links Hidden Valley to interstates I74, and I75 for fast access to Cincinnati and Indianapolis. U.S. 50 links Hidden Valley with other Indiana communities for shopping and recreation.

The closest hospital is Mercy Health Harrison Medical Center  Other area hospitals in Cincinnati, including Bethesda North, Good Samaritan, Children’s Hospital Medical Center, The Christ Hospital and University Hospital are all within 20-30 minutes by car. The city of Harrison has a Cincinnati Children’s Outpatient facility.

There are almost 14,000 residents of Harrison Township and within the township is the city of Harrison, named for the ninth U.S. President, William Henry Harrison. The most “famous visitor” to Harrison Township may have been Confederate General John Hunt Morgan. In July of 1863 Morgan’s Raiders travelled through Harrison on their way to their eventual capture near Cincinnati.

Miami Whitewater Forest has over nine miles of pave trails and six miles of nature trails. An 18-hole golf course if available along with playgrounds and soccer fields. Its 85-acre lake is available for fishing and boating. 

The River City West Sports Complex offers softball leagues during warmer months. And, for the water sports fan, Brookville Lake is a short drive in the country. 

Along with the golf course at Miami Whitewater Forrest, Grand Oaks and Rolling Hills offer the golf enthusiast ample opportunities. 

History buffs may visit the home of Ohio’s fifth Governor Othneil Looker. Harrison Village Park is the final resting place for some Revolutionary War veterans. Governor Bebb Park is a quaint preserve just across the line in Butler County and features a pioneer village.

Harrison Township offers many local and nationally branded stores and restaurants throughout the city. Historic Downtown Harrison includes dining and unique shopping opportunities, and includes Harrison Home Bakery, a local tradition for over 100 years. 

On Wednesdays, a short drive up US 52 brings residents of Harrison Township to Indiana’s White’s Farm, a “destination” site of one of the most unique and comprehensive flea markets and home of the weekly “miscellaneous sale”.  White’s Farm is the site of one of the few remaining livestock auctions, conducted by the fourth-generation White family auctioneer. Or one may prefer to drive along I-74 toward Cincinnati and enjoy its many shopping and dining opportunities.

Harrison Township was founded in 1873 and still offers rural charm and beauty. Within the metropolitan area of Cincinnati, residents enjoy easy access to the city while living among the green spaces that the township has to offer. One finds all types of homes from large to small in Harrison Township. There are many newly built homes located on beautiful lots in the region. Harrison Township offers quick access to all the modern conveniences and is the gateway to the wonders and recreation and relaxation opportunities of Indiana.

Harrison Township

Harrison Township is located on I-74 with close access to I-275 and the Ronald Reagan Highway, Connections to I-71, and I-75 make traveling throughout Cincinnati a 30-45 minute drive. The Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky airport services the area. The township abuts the State of Indiana.

Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg serves the county's medical needs. Mercy Health - Medical Center Emergency Department is located in nearby Harrison, Ohio. Cincinnati Children’s Green Township Urgent Care is also located in Harrison, Ohio.

Along the Ohio River at a scenic bend is Lawrenceburg, the county seat for Dearborn County. The city was founded in 1802 and now has 5,000 residents.

Nestled in a scenic river valley outdoor life is active here with the opportunity to hike, bicycle or drive to explore the breathtaking hills and valleys. The Ohio River provides access via numerous deep water marinas and fishing recreation. Perfect North Slopes is the area's only ski resort providing ski runs throughout the season. For those who enjoy ice skating the city's rink is open seasonally. Golfers will find a number of courses in the area, including two in Lawrenceburg. The Lawrenceburg Speedway has hosted races since 1950 and is open April through October. 

The Lawrenceburg Event Center has a gym, basketball court, computer lab and game room. 

For those who enjoy gambling, the Hollywood Casino has many games of chance and Boogie Nights is their dance club for those who enjoy music from the '70s and '80s. Live concerts are held on the rooftop. The casino features six restaurants to enjoy. 

Lawrenceburg hosts several community events throughout the year including Music on the River, Party in the Street, Winter Wonderland, and a Whiskey City Festival. The Dearborn County Fair takes place every summers at the Lawrenceburg, Indiana Fairgrounds. 

 The city has many parks to enjoy. Some have play equipment, skating board tracks, picnic areas and more. The Dearborn Trails are great places to hike or bike. Enjoy  a paved path that follows the Ohio River. Versailles State Park is only a short drive to the west and offers camping and hiking.

Just off the interstate is the hub of Lawrenceburg's commercial shopping district with enough stores to meet every need. Specialty and antique stores are in the downtown area. For those who enjoy antiquing, the Tri-State Antique Market is held the first Sunday from May through October at the Lawrenceburg Indiana Fairgrounds.

The rich heritage of steamboat shipping led to the development of the city's famous Gamblers' Row, which now is further enhanced as the home port of Hollywood Casino and Hotel. As the world's most popular riverboat drawing nearly 8 million visitors a year, it has helped add to the city's newest nickname-"Casino City".

Lawrenceburg

Lawrenceburg is a short 25 miles from the heart of Cincinnati for those who prefer a more rural life while still working in the city.  A 20-minute drive via Interstate 275 will get you to the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport or downtown via Interstate 74.

Cincinnati, Hamilton and Lawrenceburg hospitals serve the Harrison area, and Mercy Franciscan Medical Center - Harrison puts a paramedic unit and air care in the immediate area. Numerous physicians, dental, optical offices and a medical lab are situated in Harrison and the Bright Health Center and Ludlow Hill Clinic are nearby.

Harrison is located 25 minutes west of downtown Cincinnati, bordering Indiana to the west. Established in the 1800s by war veterans, the area became incorporated into a village in 1850 and a city in 1981. The area has been called “Harrison” since 1814 as a nod to local resident General William Henry Harrison, the ninth U.S. president.

The City of Harrison maintains four recreational play fields for sports activities, and six parks. The recreation commission operates supervised summer recreation programs. Local groups have youth baseball, football and soccer programs. Miami-Whitewater Forest, operated by the Hamilton County Park Board, adjoins the area and offers golfing, swimming, fishing, camping and horseback riding. Two private golf courses and a swim and tennis club are in the immediate vicinity. Brookville Lake is 20 minutes from Harrison, offering all outdoor recreation plus provisions for boating and sailing. 

Harrison has plenty of activities happening throughout the year. During the summer, there are Friday Night Movies, Tuesday Night Concerts and a Fourth of July parade. Residents also enjoy an annual Halloween event and Christmas parade. 

The Harrison Senior Center has many programs and social activities. Residents can also exercise with programs including line dancing, walking  and general exercise classes.

The area is served by several shopping plazas, including Tall Oaks and Crossroads Plaza as well as other shopping strip centers. Restaurants, pharmacies, barbers and beauticians, child care centers, sport shops, jewelers and grocery supermarkets are among the services available in Harrison. Excellent shopping facilities are located about 15 minutes east in western Cincinnati. 

Locally owned as well as franchised, national brand restaurants are located in Harrison. Whether you are hungry for Greek, Mexican, Korean or Italian cuisine, you will be satisfied with your options in Harrison.

Interstate 275 connects Harrison with Cincinnati to the east, Indiana to the west, Kentucky and the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to the south, and links two other major Interstates, I-75 and I-71. Primarily a residential community, several important industrial firms are located near the area. Interstate 74 divides the area and soon after the construction of this major highway, families from more densely populated areas east of Harrison contributed to the development of newer communities to the south of I-74. The north remains primarily homes on larger lots, with some developments restricted to at least five-acre tracts.

Harrison

Access to the area is by car, via Interstate 74 or U.S. 52. The area is located within 20 minutes of the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and, adjacent to the city, Harrison Airport accommodates small private and corporate aircraft.

Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg and Margaret Mary Community Hospital in Batesville serves the area's medical needs. The nearest Community Mental Health Facility is in downtown Lawrenceburg.

Outdoor pursuits like hunting and fishing provide opportunities for recreation. Urban farmers have discovered the pleasures of living off the land, with spectacular gardens and small working farms dotting the landscape. Brookville Lake is the center of water sports, offering water recreation options including fishing, skiing, boating, swimming, canoeing, and more.

Small shops dot St. Leon, with most necessities available in nearby communities.

Wide open spaces mark the town of St. Leon, with only 600 residents spread over the 7 square miles of the town's boundaries. While there's plenty of room for rural pursuits, don't let the slow pace fool you-there's a lot to do here. St. Leon is a well-known repository for trilobites; fossil hunters are frequently found scouring the shale deposits along the area's county roads. Politics is a great source of debate in this town; St. Leon is well known for its election pole raising, an event that dates back to the 1870's. Each presidential election year Democrats go in the nearby woods with a crosscut saw to cut a tall straight hickory tree, which they trim except for a few branches at the top. Brackets are attached to fasten an American flag and the Democrat emblem, a rooster. A parade and speeches accompany the ceremony and the pole remains up until after the election. Housing in the area includes older ranch homes, country farm homes to some new construction.

St. Leon

Located along St. Rt. 1 off Interstate 74, 30 miles from Cincinnati.

Mercy Franciscan Health Center in Harrison, Ohio with flight access to downtown trauma centers is located 10 minutes away. Nearby Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg is 10 the opposite direction, and hospitals in downtown Cincinnati are a 20-minute drive.

Four city parks, nearby Miami Whitewater Forest, and the Ohio River offer outdoor enthusiasts a range of opportunities to get outside. Community groups offer an events calendar for adults and children alike.

Downtown Harrison is filled with unique stores, antiques and galleries. Just across the state line Harrison, Ohio offers big box stores for convenient shopping. Northgate Mall, the nearest shopping center is 25 minutes away along Interstate 275.

Sitting along the White Water River, West Harrison was part of the building boom along the canal route from Hagerstown to Lawrenceburg in the 1840s. With its completion came many mills, distilleries and shops. Some buildings remain yet today. When industrialization began, the neighborhood emphasis changed from the canal to the railroad, after the Whitewater Valley Railway was constructed in 1868. Its rails were laid on the towpath of the original whitewater canal. Today, West Harrison has a population of about 340 and is a classic example of rural small town America.  Housing styles include country farm homes, new subdivisions and traditional older homes.

West Harrison

West Harrison is minutes off I-74 and circle freeway I-275. Old US highway 52 parallels I-74 about 20 minutes from downtown Cincinnati, and Indiana Route 129 crosses through town.

Gardening, fishing, numerous parks and the slow pace of country life focus on recreational sports and high school activities, and nearby river attractions. A spacious branch of the Dearborn County library acts as a community focus offering reading and leisure activities. Bright Meadows Park has playgrounds, ball fields and sports access.

Groceries and basic necessities along with a few restaurants, and shopping are at the heart of this snug city. Shopping sprees include a convenient half hour drive east to Cincinnati's malls, or other nearby Dearborn County towns.

Bright

Bright is located approximately 40 miles west of Cincinnati, and is within 30 minutes of the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. The community dining, shopping and worship thrives at the intersection of State Line Road and Salt Fork Road.