Archery
Backpacking

Backpacking is free by reservation at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park and Scioto Grove Metro Park.
Biking

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.
Boating

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

Canoeing and kayaking is available at:
Cross-country skiing

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:
Day Camps

Scout Troops can reserve our three Day Camps for day camping or overnight camping. Organized and sponsored youth and church groups can reserve them for day camping only. The Day Camps are at the following parks:
Disc Golf

Fishing

Fishing is permitted at:
Fitness
Golfing

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

There are bridle trails at:
Ice skating

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

Natural Play Areas

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

There are nature centers at:
Nature Preserves

State nature preserves are at
Obstacle Course

Obstacle courses with multiple activity stations at:
Pets

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.
Picnicking

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

Play areas are available in picnic areas at:
Rock Climbing
Sledding

There are sledding hills at: