Tim Talks: Discover adventure in your Metro Parks
Dana and her family dare to discover adventure in their Metro Parks 💚 Where will your next exploration start? SEE MORE TIM TALKS VIDEOS SEE MORE VIDEO with Dana and …Read More
Oh deer! Let’s rut
BRYAN KNOWLES, Glacier Ridge and Homestead Park Manager When the sun’s out, the sky’s a brilliant bright blue and the clouds are puffy white, there’s no better place to be …Read More
Who cooks for you?
CRAIG BIEGLER, Battelle Darby Creek Naturalist On November 11, over 100 people went on a hike at Battelle Darby Creek with the hope of having an owl experience. During the …Read More
Metro Parks Annual Winter Hike Series
The snow is starting to fall, which means it’s time for winter hikes! Join us for our 46th annual winter hike series starting January 2019. For a full schedule of …Read More
We have the perfect place for you!
UPDATED JANUARY 2020! SARAH YOUNG, Customer Service Manager Your Metro Parks offer a wide range of fun opportunities to get out and explore nature, but what you might not know …Read More
Tim Talks: Connect with nature and each other
Quincy said it best – you truly get to connect with one another in nature. So hit the trails at your favorite Metro Park and spend a morning walking, talking …Read More
Thank you, Franklin County voters!
Thank you Franklin County voters for your continued support and passage of the Metro Parks levy. We couldn’t do it without you!
Blacklick Woods stirs up fond memories
Beverly McNeal recounts her happiest memories of Blacklick Woods. She spent a lot of time at the park over the years and loves hiking with her family and friends, discovering …Read More
Making apple butter and apple cider the 1880s way
Nothing says fall more than apple butter and apple cider! Check out how the folks at Slate Run Living Historical Farm make theirs, the 1880s way. Check out our 1880s …Read More
The Ayaz Family
Hibah Ayaz and her young daughter love Blacklick Woods and are frequent visitors. They particularly enjoy a walk on the trails, and also have fun at the playground and take …Read More
Black Men Run
Black Men Run – Columbus Chapter build friendship and stay healthy while running at Central Ohio’s first Metro Park, Blacklick Woods. The inspiring group meet at the park every Saturday.
Metro Parks – 70 Years Strong
Current Franklin County levy funding for Metro Parks expires at the end of 2019. On Nov. 6, 2018, Metro Parks will seek a 10-year, 0.95-mill levy that will run through …Read More
Blacklick Woods is about to turn 70
The first Metro Park turns 70 on October 20, 2018 and to celebrate, Blacklick Woods will have 70 fun activities appealing to all ages. Metro Parks Executive Director Tim Moloney …Read More
Celebrate Blacklick Woods’ 70th Birthday Bash
CODY BERKEBILE, Blacklick Woods Naturalist Metro Parks acquired 113 acres of land in 1948 that would become Blacklick Woods, the first Metro Park, paying $160 per acre for 100 acres …Read More
Tim Talks: Creeking at Prairie Oaks
Feel the cool water on your bare feet as you wade into Big Darby Creek and look for crawdads and other cool critters. Get out and explore! SEE MORE TIM …Read More
Spectacular fall colors blanket Metro Parks
With colder weather comes changing landscapes and spectacular fall color. Head out to your favorite Metro Park and marvel at the vibrant reds, warming yellows and fiery oranges that blanket …Read More
Women Who Explore
Women gain acceptance and camaraderie as they discover nature together in the Metro Parks.
Wheelchair Athlete on the Go
Greg McCrabb trains at Glacier Ridge to compete in a racing wheelchair at Emerald City Half-Marathon.