Rakestraw Memorial Field And Pool park
Rakestraw Memorial Field And Pool
One of the main draws of Rakestraw Memorial Field and Pool is its large outdoor swimming pool. The pool is open to the public during the summer months and features a diving board, water slide, and other fun water features. In addition to swimming, visitors can also enjoy playing on the facility's basketball and tennis courts, soccer field, and playground equipment.
For those who prefer a more relaxed experience, Rakestraw Memorial Field and Pool also has picnic areas and a scenic walking path that winds around the perimeter of the property. The path offers views of nearby farms and fields, as well as the Little Miami River.
Interesting facts about Rakestraw Memorial Field and Pool include that it was originally built in the 1930s as a Works Progress Administration project. The facility has since undergone several renovations and upgrades to keep up with changing times and technology.
The best time of year to visit Rakestraw Memorial Field and Pool is during the summer months, when the pool is open and the weather is warm. However, the walking path and other outdoor amenities are accessible year-round and can be enjoyed during any season.
Overall, Rakestraw Memorial Field and Pool is a great destination for families, groups of friends, and anyone looking to get outside and enjoy some fresh air and exercise.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Rakestraw Memorial Field And Pool, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Lower Craig | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cub Scout Adventure World | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Friedlander | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Upper Craig | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Quaker Ridge | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Berry Patch | ✗ | ✗ | → |
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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Rakestraw Memorial Field And Pool as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Rakestraw Memorial Field And Pool
What can I do at Rakestraw Memorial Field And Pool?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Rakestraw Memorial Field And Pool?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
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