William Howard Taft National Historic Site
41 nearby · 5 free and dispersed sites within 25 mi
Photo: NPS / Tom Engberg
1 current alert
As of Sep 20, 2026 · from nps.gov
- InformationWeekend Guided Tours AvailabilityPlease visit the Guided Tours of the Taft Family Home page to review the tour times available for visitors on weekend day visits.
At a glance
- Near the park
- 41 campgroundsWithin 25 mi
- Free and dispersed
- 5 sitesWithin 25 mi
Where to camp
Camping near the park 41
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Tucker's Landing
4.6 mi · Cincinnati, OH
Free and dispersed nearby 5
See them on the mapServices nearby: 3 dump stations · 4 rest areas
About William Howard Taft
High atop one of Cincinnati's most prominent hilltops stands the two-story Greek Revival house where William Howard Taft was born and grew up. Hard work, a good education, and an interest in civic duty are attributes that made the Taft family outstanding…
High atop one of Cincinnati's most prominent hilltops stands the two-story Greek Revival house where William Howard Taft was born and grew up. Hard work, a good education, and an interest in civic duty are attributes that made the Taft family outstanding leaders over the years. The environment that shaped Taft's character and philosophy is highlighted on a visit to the site.
Photos: NPS / Tom Engberg
Things to do
- Food
- Dining
- Guided Tours
- Junior Ranger Program
- Park Film
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
Plan your visit
Getting there
From I-71 north; Take Exit 2 (Reading Road and Eden Park Drive). Stay in right lane; turn left at first stoplight onto Dorchester Avenue, and go to the top of the hill. Turn right on Auburn Avenue and go 1 ½ blocks to…
Weather
The park lies in a humid continental zone with a generally temperate climate. Winters are mildly cold with average temperatures around 48 degrees (F). Summers are hot and humid with an average temperature around 77…
Plan your visit
Hours
The Taft Education Center is the park's main visitor center. The park grounds have different hours of operation and are open 9 am to 4 pm, seven days a week.
Getting there
From I-71 north; Take Exit 2 (Reading Road and Eden Park Drive). Stay in right lane; turn left at first stoplight onto Dorchester Avenue, and go to the top of the hill. Turn right on Auburn Avenue and go 1 ½ blocks to the site. Park will be on the right. From I-71S, take Exit 3 (Taft Road). Follow Taft Road westbound. Go 0.75 mile to Auburn Avenue. Turn left and go 0.5 mile to the site. Park will be on the left.
Weather
The park lies in a humid continental zone with a generally temperate climate. Winters are mildly cold with average temperatures around 48 degrees (F). Summers are hot and humid with an average temperature around 77 degrees (F). Average annual total rainfall is just under 40". Snowfall in the winter is generally light with an average total snowfall of less than 12"
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