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Bluebells carpet the woods at Scioto Grove
Bluebells carpet the woods at Scioto Grove. (Bill Dawson)
Young boy with backpack walks the trails at Scioto Grove
Young boy with backpack walks the trails at Scioto Grove. (Geoff Hamilton)
Woman walks her dog in the woods at Scioto Grove Metro Park
Woman walks her dog in the woods at Scioto Grove Metro Park. (Virginia Gordon)

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Scioto Audubon ParkScope Program Guide – Winter 2019-20

Hours and Info

6:30am to 10pm April through September
6:30am to 8pm October through March
Phone: 614.949.1078
Backpacking reservations: 614.539.3339

Location

5172 Jackson Pike
Grove City, OH 43123

Archery

Scioto Grove Manager Geoff Hamilton shoots a compound bow at the static archery course.
Photo: Virginia Gordon

Our 3D archery course has 12 foam animal targets for you to test your archery skills. There is also a traditional archery range. All kinds of bows can be used, but broadhead arrows are not allowed. See BLOG: 3D Archery makes its Bow at Scioto Grove

Backpacking

Couple and dog outside their backpacking tent
Photo: Karen Fahy

Backpacking is available along the REI River Trail for those just getting into the sport, as well as those seasoned backpackers who want a quick overnight without having to journey several hours. Backpacking is free and reservations can be taken by calling 614.539.3339. Backpacking registration opens April 1 for 2019. Backpacking starts mid-April and is available every other weekend (Friday and Saturday nights), through to the end of October

Canoeing/Kayaking

Kayakers on the Scioto River in Scioto Grove Metro Park
Photo: Virginia Gordon

Enjoy canoeing and kayaking on the Scioto River.

Disc Golf

Bring your discs for a round or two on our 18-hole disc golf course south of Grove Lodge, by the archery course.

Fishing

Enjoy fishing on the Scioto River and also on our fishing pond.

Pets

 Visitors walk their dogs at Scioto Grove.
Photo: Virginia Gordon
Scioto Grove Park Map

PET-FRIENDLY PARK

Scioto Grove is a pet-friendly park. Leashed pets (leash no longer than 6 feet) are welcome in all areas of the park.

Scioto Grove Map More for Pets

Picnicking

The Arrowhead Picnic Area has three shelters, tables and grills. The Hickory Picnic Area has one shelter with tables and grill.

Sledding

A sledding hill is available for winter fun near to Backpacking Site #2.

Activities

  • Archery
  • Backpacking
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