Get Outside & Get Moving

Your Metro Parks offer a wide variety of fitness & recreation opportunities. Throughout our 20 Metro Parks you’ll find activities like rock climbing, biking, backpacking, cross-country skiing and archery. Kayaking, canoeing and fishing are available at a few Metro Parks and are a great way to see nature in a relaxing way. We’ve even got bridle trails, two mountain bike trails, two golf courses and three disc-golf courses for those who dare! You’ll also find trails that are great for runners, obstacle courses and fitness courses. Embrace the outdoors and take your workout to a Metro Park.

Ditch the Treadmill
& Hit The Trails

Walk your way to a healthy heart in your Metro Parks. Checkout the Greenway Trails if you’re looking for a long and invigorating bike ride or training for a 5k.

Try one of our two obstacle courses for an outlet for some excitement and for something new. Obstacle racing provides a great combination of cardiovascular and strength training. And it’s free!

Scale Our Outdoor Climbing Wall

Scioto Audubon is home to the largest free outdoor climbing wall in the country, 35 feet high. Bring your ropes or register for a class and we’ll provide the equipment.

News & Upcoming Programs for Fitness & Recreation

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Bike safely and enjoy the ride

TRAVIS CAMPBELL Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure Biking is in full swing in summer and Metro Parks has something for all types of riders! Did you know your Metro Parks offer …Read More

Paddle with the Pros this Summer with Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure

MELISSA TURPENING Outdoor Adventure Program Coordinator Paddling season may be several months away, but Metro Parks is gearing up for expanded paddling opportunities later this year. Brand new for 2022, …Read More

Fun awaits you at new Outdoor Adventure programs

MELISSA TURPENING, Outdoor Adventure Coordinator Dip your paddle into the creek or load up your pack for an overnight adventure. Test your cooking skills and paddle board down the river. …Read More

Tim Talks: Play like a kid

Get a little dirty and play like a kid! 🤪Vault over obstacles at Glacier Ridge, zip across a ravine at Blendon Woods or look for wildlife in your Metro Parks. …Read More

Get Outside, It’s Your Nature!