Parks near me in Columbus, OH

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  1. Highbanks Metro Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    1
    4.8 (5359 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Native American burial grounds, 100-ft.-high bluffs with river views & 11 miles of hiking trails.

    9466 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, OH 43035, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Thursday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Friday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Saturday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Sunday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    Scott Grenerth 4 months ago

    A fantastic park! Multiple trails slow you to visit natural and historic features. The playground provides another option for kids to play. The nature center has a window on wildl…

    IndoCanadian 3 months ago

    They have good creek side trails usually takes 1-2hrs to complete all. Should be great during summers and fall season. They have bird watch too. Washrooms are available at every p…

  2. Columbus Park of Roses — places near me in Columbus, OH
    2
    4.8 (4022 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    A 13-acre landscaped recreation area specializing in roses, plus perennial & herb gardens.

    3901 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    J A 3 weeks ago

    It's such a beautiful garden! I love the fountain area! I wish that they had better public bathrooms because I almost vomited walking into the Porta Potty. If there were nicer bat…

    Angela Steinhubel a month ago

    What a beautiful park, full of life both on the plant and human front! A lovely little reprieve from the chaos of the world. Easy walking paths amongst the roses and a lovely pave…

  3. Frank Fetch Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    3
    4.8 (182 reviews)
    Open now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    228 E Beck St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Monika 6 months ago

    An absolutely lovely little park nestled in German Village. it is beautifully decorated for the winter holidays and a lovely spot for outdoor events. The park includes benches and…

    Christopher Katz 3 months ago

    Lovely small park with benches, tables, a pavilion, and access from two streets. Sophisticated feel. Fabulous, historic neighborhood.

  4. Washington Gladden Social Justice Park — places near me in Columbus, OH

    406 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Jason Gallourakis 5 months ago

    An essential public space for reflection, appreciation, and inspiration. Here, you will feel the enormity of the progress made, celebrate those who led it, and moved by the urgenc…

    Nathan Stadie 6 years ago

    This place is pretty cool. I know the guy who spoke at the opening ceremony.

  5. Bicentennial Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    5
    4.7 (5397 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Urban public space with 15,000-sq.-ft. Scioto Mile Fountain, outdoor stage & glass-enclosed eatery.

    233 S Civic Center Dr, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    Miguel Ángel Anaya 5 months ago

    I really enjoyed this spot in downtown Columbus. Standing by the Scioto River, you get such a peaceful feeling watching the water reflect the skyline and the historic LeVeque Tow…

    Chirléy Lima 11 months ago

    We went to Red, White & Boom and had a great time! The atmosphere was lively, and everything was well-organized. Definitely a fun way to celebrate and enjoy the fireworks.

  6. Goodale Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    6
    4.7 (4476 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    City park with skyline views surrounded by Victorian homes & featuring a playground & tennis.

    120 W Goodale St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    Cintia Sanchez 3 months ago

    This was my first time visiting this park; we came specifically for the cherry blossoms. It boasts a special location, and its size and layout make it an excellent spot for a fami…

    Stefano Lenci 4 weeks ago

    Goodale Park is the older public park in Columbus. It's very nice and well-mantained with a fantastic small water fountain with on the top two elephants.

  7. Blacklick Woods Metro Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    7
    4.7 (4199 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Popular, 643-acre park featuring wooded trails, wildlife sightings, picnic areas & other activities.

    6975 E Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Thursday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Saturday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Sunday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    Kim Nichols a month ago

    Very clean, inviting, and spacious room to be in a group or relaxing on your own. Easy drive access to a number of picnic and playground areas. Drive eventually leads to a gorgeou…

    Himal Gyawali 4 weeks ago

    Natural park with nice hiking trails. The free canopy walk offers beautiful forest views, though it is a bit short. There are also a few activities for children, making it a good…

  8. Schiller Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    8
    4.7 (4062 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Longtime green space featuring a fishing pond, playground & tennis courts, plus a stage for shows.

    1069 Jaeger St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    Stefano Lenci 4 weeks ago

    Schiller Park is a very nice place located in the German Village area. This park is one of the oldest in the city and, in addition to its beauty and well-kept grounds, it also sta…

    daniel lofland 2 months ago

    We were visiting Columbus from Oklahoma and I found that there was a historic German Village, so we had to give it a look! The park and surrounding homes are STUNNING! My daughter…

  9. Blendon Woods Metro Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    9
    4.7 (3531 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    This 653-acre park offers a waterfowl refuge & a nature center plus disc golf & ice-skating.

    4265 E Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43230, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM
    Nancy Redman-Furey 9 months ago

    Well maintained, wide trails. I enjoyed the nature center with its many fascinating critters. (The spotted salamander was my favorite.) In early October and late September, there…

    Emily DiGeronimo 5 months ago

    I love Blendon woods. I have fond memories there of people I love. And I still go there to revisit those spots and walk the trails, just to have some peace.

  10. Scioto Audubon Metro Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    10
    4.7 (3135 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Bird habitats plus hiking, fishing, volleyball, dog parks & a climbing wall on 120 riverside acres.

    400 W Whittier St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Thursday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Friday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Saturday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Sunday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    Vincent Lam 3 weeks ago

    This park is beautiful and decent. Definitely a chill place to hangout near downtown. People can play with the snow during winter and hike or have a picnic during summer. We were…

    Roger Blocher 7 months ago

    A great place to walk with your dog. Really like the multi-purpose trail along side the river, but also appreciate the downtown skyline view.

  11. Antrim Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    11
    4.7 (2253 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    This expansive community resource offers multiple sports fields & courts, plus walking trails.

    5800 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43085, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    Stefano Lenci a month ago

    Antrim Park is situated around an artificial lake created from a disused quarry, surrounded by a park covering approximately 120 acres. As well as offering healthy walks around t…

    Amanda Ebersbach a month ago

    Lovely trails and a huge jogging/walking path around the lake. This is a nice place for a good walk or jog. There's also access to the Olentangy trail. It seems like a popular spo…

  12. Battelle Riverfront Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    12
    4.7 (709 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    25 Marconi Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    DH 2 years ago

    I had the opportunity to take a stroll through Battelle Riverfront Park along Scioto Trail while having some time to kill at a convention. This park has so much history to see and…

    Mukund Narasimhan 2 years ago

    We first discovered this tranquil spot at a rest area in Ohio, where a picture of the Scioto Mile caught our eye. The boardwalk by the river looked inviting, so we decided to take…

  13. Quarry Trails Metro Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    13
    4.7 (113 reviews)

    Park

    2319 Quarry Trails Dr, Columbus, OH 43228, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Harper a month ago

    A really beautiful park! I went in the North entrance at first and found myself entering a construction area, but one of the workers came to me and explained that you could still…

    Jennifer Guinn - Watkins 3 weeks ago

    Absolutely stunning! So beautiful. Great for kids and adults. The swing was so relaxing. The trails are great for biking or walking!

  14. Topiary Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    14
    4.6 (2190 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Quiet park featuring landscape plants artistically trimmed to recreate a famous Seurat painting.

    480 E Town St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    Paula Reed 2 weeks ago

    This is a beautiful park nestled behind the main library on S Grant ave. There are pathways all around and through the park perfect for walking and a really cool seating area dire…

    Stefano Lenci a month ago

    Topiary Park is a small park located in Columbus city centre. The most striking feature of this park is undoubtedly the series of living sculptures that recreate one of the most i…

  15. Griggs Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    15
    4.6 (2185 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Riverfront spot offering boating, trails, nature preserves, lighted woods & a disc-golf course.

    2933 Riverside Dr, Columbus, OH 43221, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    Subhayan Purkayastha 8 months ago

    Lovely and quiet place! Whether you want to go for a walk, be with your fishing rod, or be with your camera, this is the place to be. And it gets really colorful during fall.

    Ted Barker 3 months ago

    Not the cleanest park in the world but the river was quite high so it was an impactful experience.

  16. Glen Echo Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    16
    4.6 (605 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    510 Cliffside Dr, Columbus, OH 43202, USA

    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    Robert 8 months ago

    Steep stairs with good railing. 24 steps to the 1st landing. 24 more down to the tunnel.

    Brad Nelson 2 years ago

    I feel guilty writing this review... This park is a little bit of a local secret, hidden in plain sight. The Glen Echo Ravine is a restoration park from a previous industrial comp…

  17. Blacklick Woods Canopy Walk — places near me in Columbus, OH
    17
    4.6 (322 reviews)
    Closed now

    6711 E Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Amanda Aubrey a month ago

    This was pretty cool. Similar to The Wilds in NY, but smaller. There are a lot of stairs to walk up or you can take the elevator. Lots of cool views. We were there mid-morning and…

    Jennifer Guinn - Watkins 2 months ago

    So beautiful! The canopy walk was awesome. The trails and wildlife were fantastic as well. Definitely recommend! Lots of stairs to climb but there are elevators available!

  18. Hayden Falls Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    18
    4.5 (3127 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Park featuring a 35-ft. waterfall & an overlook accessed via a boardwalk, plus picnic tables.

    4326 Hayden Run Rd, Dublin, OH 43017, USA

    Hours
    • Monday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Thursday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Saturday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    • Sunday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    M H 2 months ago

    Hayden Falls Park is a stunning natural retreat hidden right in the middle of the suburbs. The centerpiece is a beautiful waterfall accessible via a short wooden boardwalk and a s…

    Joshua Edwards a month ago

    After a big breakfast it was a awesome time going to check out this place in columbus. It was actually the Arlington area of columbus. This nice little walk to see this amazing li…

  19. McFerson Commons Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    19
    4.5 (411 reviews)
    Open now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    218 West St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Kelly Thomas 2 months ago

    McFerson Commons is a 3-acre urban park built on the former site of the Ohio State Penitentiary (demolished in 1998). It serves as the primary green space connecting the Arena Dis…

    Sam Narotski 11 months ago

    Nice open park in the middle of city area. Was there for a tech fair watching the bands. Great time.

  20. Sensenbrenner Park — places near me in Columbus, OH
    20
    4.1 (54 reviews)
    Open now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    N High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Aston Butler 8 months ago

    It’s a small corporate green space in the middle of downtown. There isn’t much to do besides sit and enjoy the view of the surrounding buildings. It’s okay for a quick break, but…

    Tom Loman 9 months ago

    It's just a little corporate green space downtown. I didn't see much to do but sit near some interesting buildings

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