Big Walnut Creek Parkland is the newest addition to Metro Parks. The 98-acre natural area was acquired on January 31, 2017. An additional 52 acres were added on June 23, 2017.  The site is dominated by old-growth oak-maple forest, ravines and 100-foot bluffs that overlook Big Walnut Creek.

Big Walnut Creek Parkland Map

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Paving projects are underway throughout the park district. Trail maintenance, road and/or parking lot resurfacing are ongoing at the following areas:

• Blacklick Woods; Ash Grove
• Battelle Darby Creek; Cedar Ridge
• Clear Creek; Barnebey Hambleton
• Highbanks; Oak Coves and Big Meadows
• Inniswood Metro Gardens; pathways and Chipmunk Chatter Trail
• Scioto Audubon; main roadway
• Sharon Woods; main roadway

Scioto Grove Metro Park opened to the public on May 6, 2016. The 620-acre park along the Scioto River, just east of Grove City, offers a variety of experiences.

Development of additional park amenities is currently underway.  A multi-purpose building that can serve as a reservable event venue, accommodating up to 135 people, was recently completed. An archery range and 3D archery course are now open. Upcoming additions include a disc golf course and a two mile multipurpose trail.