The 1,050-acre Fernald Preserve was created following the environmental cleanup of the Fernald property, located 18 miles northwest of Cincinnati in Crosby Township.
The address is 7400 Willey Road, East off Hamilton Cleves, Route #128.
The Fernald Preserve has been ecologically restored using plants, grasses, and trees native to southwest Ohio. The preserve has 140 acres of wetland habitat, 400 acres of forests, and 300 acres of grassland, including tall grass prairies. The ecological restoration has transformed the Fernald Preserve into a haven for wildlife. Over 170 species of birds-ranging from waterfowl and shorebirds, to wild turkeys and songbirds-have been observed on the site. A variety of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and insects also inhabit the preserve. A network of trails has been developed to facilitate nature observation.