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Slate Run Metro Park
Visit Slate Run Living Historical Farm and work on the functional 1880s farm.
1375 SR 674 North
Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110
614-891-0700
The Homestead Park
Kids of all ages will love this huge, accessible park. It is packed with swings, slides, sandboxes, tunnels, ramps, water squirt machines, and cranes to dig and scoop rocks. There are also walking paths, basketball courts, and shelter houses. A great way to spend the day.
4675 Cosgray Road
Hilliard, Ohio 43026
614-876-9554
The Mall at Tuttle Crossing Play Area
The mall and COSI collaborated to create a fun, space-themed play area in the mall's lower level.
5043 Tuttle Crossing Blvd
Dublin, Ohio 43016
614-717-9300
Three Creeks Park
Over 1,000 acres, this Columbus Metro Park is named for the area where three creeks meet: Alum, Big Walnut and Blacklick. It is part of the Franklin County Greenways Program, which is a 13-mile system of trails that runs alongside 7 area creeks. Also enjoy picnicking, nature programs, fishing and canoeing.
3860 Bixby Road
Groveport, Ohio 43125
614-891-0700
Wildwood Park
A wooden playground filled with sandboxes, castles, boats, mazes, tunnels, slides, and swings. Also has soccer fields, walking paths, and shelter/picnic areas.
West Broadway
Granville, Ohio
740-587-0707
All Children's Playground
This play area can be used by all kids! It is handicapped accessible and considerate of children's different needs.
345 East Wilson Bridge Road
Worthington, Ohio
614-436-2743
Ballantrae Fountains
Located within Ballantrae Communities, this 20-acre entry park features dancing hares watching over more than 20 fountains. The kids will love dancing in the water. Pack a lunch and spend the afternoon!
Ballantrae Communities
Dublin, Ohio 43017
614-766-1111
Blacklick Woods Park
Blacklick Woods Metro Park is a 643-acre park that includes the Walter A. Tucker Nature Preserve, a swamp preserve designated a National Natural Landmark. At this Columbus Metro Park, you will find a four-mile trail, picnic facilities, nature center, a golf course and more. Many programs for children and families are available, as are meeting facilities and restrooms.
6975 E. Livingston Avenue
Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068
614-891-0700
Blendon Woods Metro Park
With the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, Blendon Woods Metro Park is the place to bird watch! This beautiful 654-acre Columbus Metro Park is home to the 118-acre Walden Wildlife Refuge and hundreds of bird species and other animals. Also enjoy nature programs, skating, hiking trails, playground equipment and more.
4265 E. Dublin-Granville Road
Westerville, Ohio 43081
614-891-0700
Glacier Ridge Park
Glacier Ridge Park, a Columbus Metro Park, features a 200 acre wetland area. You can climb a 25 foot observation tower to see a wide variety of animal species or travel on a boardwalk across the wetlands. The family will also enjoy picnicking, trails, nature program, playgrounds and more.
9801 Hyland Croy Road
Plain City, Ohio 43064
614-891-0700
Inniswood Metro Gardens
Featuring more than 2,000 species of plants, Inniswood is sure to delight nature lovers. Enjoy walking trails, horticultural programs and more.
940 S. Hempstead Road
Westerville , Ohio 43081
614-891-0700
Pickerington Ponds Park
Pickerington Ponds has been designated as one of Ohio's Important Birding Areas by Aududon Ohio and is home to more than 250 species of birds. In addition to picnicking and nature programs, this Columbus Metro Park also features the Blacklick Creek Greenway Trail, which is part of the Franklin County Greenways program.
7680 Wright Road
Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110
614-891-0700
Prairie Oaks Park
Prairie Oaks Park has beautiful flowers in abundance and features the Big Darby State and National Scenic River. Darby Bend Lakes is a new water recreation area for fishing, boating, picnicking and more. Also enjoy nature programs, skiing, trails, canoeing and more.
3225 Plain City-Georgesville Road
West Jefferson, Ohio 43026
614-891-0700
Sharon Woods Park
Kids and adults will love fishing in the 14-acre Schrock Lake. You'll also enjoy the playground equipment, trails, nature programs and more available at this Columbus Metro Park.
6911 Cleveland Avenue
Westerville , Ohio 43081
614-891-0700
Visit http://www.metroparks.net for specific information on the parks mentioned above
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1 comment:
I found walking around the Ohio State University campus interesting, especially seeing the famous football stadium (avoid going on a football Saturday in the fall unless you have tickets to the game because the crowds and traffic are unbelievable).
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