Meet the animals
Schools out! Drop by the nature center between 11am-12pm and meet some of Highbanks educational animals up close. Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering ...Read More
Schools out! Drop by the nature center between 11am-12pm and meet some of Highbanks educational animals up close. Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering ...Read More
Get to know bumble bees through a story, hands-on activities and a hike.
Enjoy spring break on this 1-mile hike while we search for early signs of spring.
Get to know bumble bees through a story, hands-on activities and a hike.
Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks (Metro Parks) will officially open its 21st park, Great Southern Metro Park, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, from 4 to 6 pm. The new ...Read More
Join us at the Apple Ridge Bulletin Board for a fast-paced hike through the nighttime woods. Hike not suitable for slow walkers or strollers.
Take a brisk 4-mile hike through forests and fields. Meet at the Ranger Station.
Celebrate the April full moon on this 2-mile hike.
Let's make some chalk animal tracks leading visitors to our nature center. Drop by anytime between 9-4pm for supplies.
Learn all about birds through literature, craft and activities.
Stop by the Nature Center to pick up a scavenger hunt and then search the trails with a list of items to photograph. Once you've captured them all, return to ...Read More
Hike 2 or 4 mi. on gravel and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.