Earth Day is on!
April 22nd marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day! While many of the traditional tree plantings, park clean ups and celebrations have been canceled, it doesn’t mean Earth Day is …Read More
A workout in the woods
If you asked people what makes Highbanks so special, they might tell you about the shale bluffs, deep ravines, and forests. If you asked the wildlife the same question, you …Read More
Explore your Metro Parks
We all need some fresh air and a little adventure. Get out and explore your Metro Parks with these scavenger hunts. Check out some of our park-specific scavenger hunts or …Read More
COVID-19 Update: Blacklick Woods Metro Golf Course
Effective immediately, Blacklick Woods Metro Golf Course will remain open with a few changes: The course will be open Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday from 7:30am to 4pm. No green …Read More
Get out, it’s your nature!
Get out, it’s your nature! Need somewhere to play while this coronavirus (COVID-19) runs its course? We’ve got you covered at Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks. At this time, …Read More
Go native and plant!
Cindy Maravich Inniswood Metro Gardens Senior Environmental Educator On July 18, 2019, Ohio Governor Mike Dewine signed House Bill 59 of the 133 General Assembly into law, making Ohio one …Read More
COVID-19 Update and Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks response
As part of our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our visitors and staff, Metro Parks is carefully monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation occurring across the nation, and now …Read More
Relax and discover at Highbanks Metro Park
KOBAYASHI RAWHIDE Guest blogger After I had a job interview go nowhere, I decided it was time for me to go hiking again. Hiking is a very spiritual and healing …Read More
Bald eagles fly high at Metro Parks
Metro Parks are a great place to see eagles.
Metro Parks are a welcome home for bald eagles
For several years, bald eagles have been seen flying along park waterways in various Metro Parks searching for food and nesting locations. Three parks, Highbanks, Pickerington Ponds and Three Creeks, …Read More
Metro Parks trails prove healing for local man with heart condition
Chad Engler runs at various Metro Parks for health and healing.
Preschoolers at Blendon Woods Metro Park
Preschoolers at Blendon Woods Metro Park.
Submit your art work for the Winter Hikes Mug design contest
Metro Parks is looking for your unique design to place on the 2020 limited edition mug that will be given to participants in the 13 Hikes of Giving annual food …Read More
The lure of fall
If you like to fish, the fall months offer some great fishing opportunities in your Metro Parks. The serene settings can’t be beat as you cast your rod in the …Read More
Tim Talks: Find your trail
Lace up your boots or hop on your bike and cruise along your favorite trails. With hundreds of miles of trail, you’ll find just what you need in your Metro …Read More
Volunteers at the first Inniswood training still work wonders in the gardens
Four of our fabulous volunteers at Inniswood have served with us for more than 35 years. They all attended the first volunteer training sessions a year before the gardens opened …Read More
A dedicated bench stirs loving memories
A dedicated bench at Rocky Fork Metro Parks helps to keep alive Fred Bown’s memories of his wife, Sheree.
Farm staff dry and can food to keep the larder full year-round
STEPHANIE REINER, Farm Interpretive Aide For an 1880s farm family, planting, tending to and preserving the vegetable garden was essential. Produce raised in the garden provided fresh fruits and vegetables. …Read More
Let ’em fly at Scioto Grove Metro Park
DUSTIN DAVIS Scioto Grove Ranger As the summer comes to a close the days are becoming cooler and that means it’s the perfect time to get out your discs and …Read More
Get outside and play in nature
Whether you’re five or 95, we all have an inner child who wants to get out and play. That’s the philosophy behind Metro Parks’ natural play areas: bring out your …Read More