There are archery courses at:

Backpacking is free by reservation at Scioto Grove Metro Park.

Almost 75 miles of trails are suitable for biking. Bike trails are at these parks:

In addition, biking is allowed on all park roads and on picnic area paths.

Scioto Audubon has a boat ramp to launch motorized boats onto the Scioto River.

Canoeing and kayaking is available at:

In addition, visitors can canoe or kayak on Darby Bend Lakes and Beaver Lake at Prairie Oaks.

Cross-country skiing is available on all trails when ski conditions exist.

Some trails are closed to all activities except cross-country skiing when conditions are suitable, at:

Organized youth groups can reserve day camps at:

Blendon Woods and Glacier Ridge have an 18-hole disc golf course.

Fishing is permitted at:

There are fitness courses at:

Blacklick Woods Golf Courses feature an 18-hole and a 9-hole course, plus a driving range.

There are bridle trails at:

Battelle Darby Creek and Blendon Woods have ice skating ponds when conditions are suitable.

Chestnut Ridge features a 9-mile mountain biking trail.

Areas where kids and caregivers can have fun and adventure off-trail are at:

There are nature centers at:

State nature preserves are at

Obstacle courses with multiple activity stations at:

Dog Parks

Dog Swimming Areas

Pet Trails

There are designated pet trails for leashed pets (no longer than six feet) at:

In addition, leashed pets can be walked on park roads and on picnic area paths. Rocky Fork Metro Park also has a short off-leash trail.

PET TRAILS LEAFLET

Picnic shelters with grills are available free on a first come-first served basis at:

Play areas are available in picnic areas at:

Scioto Audubon features a 32-foot climbing wall.

There are sledding hills at: