Forest Park Ohio Map

About Forest Park, Ohio

Forest Park is a locality in Hamilton County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of 20,025. The population density is 1197.0 people per km². Forest Park is located at 39.2903°N, 84.5041°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 45240.

Forest Park unfolds as a verdant expanse, a tapestry woven from rolling hills and mature woodlands that speak of enduring natural cycles. It lies 3.3 miles north of Springfield Township Hamilton County, OH (from Springfield Township Hamilton County, OH: bearing 7°T), and is situated 6.9 miles east-north-east of Colerain Township. The air here, particularly in the humid embrace of summer, carries the damp, earthy scent of decaying leaves and the sweet perfume of wildflowers, a constant reminder of the rich soil supporting this ecosystem. Sunlight, when it manages to penetrate the dense canopy, falls in shifting patterns, dappling the forest floor and illuminating the intricate veins of moss clinging to ancient tree trunks. The terrain itself is a gentle undulation, rising and falling with a quiet grace that invites exploration, its streams and ravines carving subtle pathways through the landscape. The history of Forest Park is intrinsically linked to the westward expansion and the agricultural heritage of the region. Early settlers, drawn by the fertile land and the promise of a new life, established homesteads and farms, their presence now largely surrendered to the reclaiming power of nature. While industrial echoes are faint, the enduring spirit of the community is reflected in its local businesses that serve as gathering places, fostering a sense of continuity. The park’s character is one of quiet resilience, a place where the past is not forgotten but rather integrated into the present, its natural beauty a testament to its enduring appeal.

About This Forest Park Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Forest Park, Ohio — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.290335, -84.504111. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Forest Park and Hamilton County.

Detailed location data for Forest Park includes the ZIP code (44145), telephone area code (614, 513), county seat of Hamilton County (Cincinnati), and school district assignment (Winton Woods City School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Forest Park is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.