Dine, shop, and learn at the
Historic Clifton Mill
1802
See one of the largest water-powered mills still in operation, sit down to a home-cooked meal, stroll the grounds, and visit our shop for gifts and pancake mixes to enjoy at home!
Visit the Mill
Restaurant and Gift Shop
Monday – Friday: 9am to 3pm
Saturday – Sunday: 8am to 4pm
Legendary Lights of Clifton Mill
The lights will resume November 28, 2025!
Gates Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5pm
7 Nights a Week . . . . . . . . . . . 6pm to 9pm
Dec. 24th & 25th . . . . . . . . . . . 6pm to 8pm
Recent News
🇺🇲⭐️ Stars, Stripes, & Summertime ⭐️🇺🇲 There’s something timeless about summer at the Clifton Mill. The bright red mill, the American flag flying high, and the Little Miami River flowing gently below—it’s pure Americana. Come take in the view, grab a bite, and celebrate the season with us! cliftonmill.com #CliftonMill #AmericanSummer #PatrioticViews #HistoricLandmark #OhioRoadtrips #LittleMiamiRiver
🥞 Stack 'Em Up to Cancer! 🥞 We’re excited and honored to partner with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network for a special pancake breakfast fundraiser at Historic Clifton Mill! 📅 Saturday, August 2nd ⏰ 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM 💲 $10 – Includes pancakes, sausage, and a beverage 🎟️ Tickets available in advance through ACS CAN or at the door 🌿 This is an outdoor event featuring views of our historic covered bridge and the Clifton Gorge—the perfect backdrop for a morning of good food and great purpose. Come enjoy a delicious breakfast while helping stack up support in the fight against cancer. 💜 https://acscan.donordrive.com/campaigns/CliftonMill2025 #StackEmUpToCancer #CliftonMill
See what’s on our menu and get our hours for great food with a great view!
We offer more than just history, see what we have to take home!
Get all the details on how a 19th century water-powered mill works.