Located in Hamilton County, which is in the very southwestern corner of the beautiful state of Ohio, Colerain Township is a unique and diverse place to call home. Colerain township consists of a residential neighborhood area, some farm land and agricultural development, but a good chunk within the town’s perimeter remains forested area, to the delight of many locals.
Named after a place of a similar name in Ireland, Colerain Township was settled by Irish immigrants in the late 1700s. This settlement happened as the result of a large land “treaty” between these European settlers and the local native American tribes that lived here for thousands of years. Colerain Township has a long “modern” history in the state of Ohio, and that long history can be felt as you walk through the neighborhoods and enjoy the beautiful old buildings and homes. Many local structures are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and are protected so that they might be enjoyed for generations to come.
Families that live here in Colerain Township love the local Parks and Recreation Department, which provides a great many services, programs, and beautiful parks within Colerain Township. Nearly a dozen public parks are maintained by the Colerain Township Parks and Recreation Department, and this includes over a dozen sports complexes and athletic fields, a skate park, a community garden, and so much more. Locals love the community events that the Colerain Township Parks and Recreation Department puts on each year, and some of the favorites include the Sizzling Summer Entertainment Series, the Relay for Life, and a culinary event, the Taste of Colerain.
There are many ways to get involved in the community here in Colerain Township, and residents love that there are so many different options. Locals can take part in the Legacy Tree and Park Bench memorial group, snow and ice removal projects (during the rough winter months), and the many different “fun run” 5k programs that benefit local charities.
When it comes to education, Colerain Township provides many educational resources to its residents. With high quality public schools from elementary school through high school, there are also a number of alternative options locally, including private school and charter school. For any local students attending any schools here in Colerain Township, local tutors are available for extra help. These local tutors can meet with each student one-on-one to help them achieve their educational goals.