Highbanks

Address
9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N)
Lewis Center, OH 43035 United States Get Directions
Phone 614.906.3149
Website https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/highbanks/

Events at this venue

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  • Flying Squirrel Talk & Hike

    Highbanks 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States

    Southern flying squirrels are one of Ohio’s most populous and fascinating squirrels.They are not capable of true self powered flight, but rather, glide from tree to tree usinga skin membrane ...Read More

  • Owl Hike

    Highbanks 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States

    Join a naturalist for a 1.5 mile hike in search of owls. Flashlights are discouraged, If you need to bring a flashlight, parks will have red cellophane to cover the ...Read More

  • Raptor Talk and Walk

    Highbanks 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States

    Join a naturalist for a short presentation inside the Nature Center focusing on Ohio's raptors, then hike to search for some of these aerial hunters at Highbanks. Raptors include predatory ...Read More

  • Winter Hike Series: Hot Cocoa & Twinkling Lights

    Highbanks 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States

    Warm up inside the holiday-decorated Nature Center with hot cocoa and enjoy fun activities for kids including a holiday themed scavenger hunt. Then, hike on your own along the 1/4 ...Read More

  • For Adults: Guided Conifer Hike

    Highbanks 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States

    Join a naturalist for a 1-mile hike learning about conifers and their cones. Trail is crushed limestone with some hills. This program counts as part of the winter hike series. ...Read More

  • For Families: Highbanks’ Santa’s Workshop

    Highbanks 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States

    Stop by the nature center between 1-4pm and enjoy fun holiday activities during Highbanks' Santa Workshop. Stroll outside and look for items on the holiday light scavenger hunt. Play indoor ...Read More

  • For Kids: Wildlife Wander

    Highbanks 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States

    Explore the forest in search of wildlife signs while learning about wildlife survival strategies with a naturalist. Explorations will include an approximately 1/4 mile hike on crushed limestone trails and ...Read More

  • For Families: Turkey Trek

    Highbanks 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States

    Meet at the nature center for a 1-mile round trip hike to learn about our festive, feathered, Thanksgiving friends! Trail is crushed limestone and includes some hills. Meeting Location Notes: ...Read More

  • Howl-o-ween Dog hike

    Highbanks 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States

    Dress your pup up in their favorite Halloween costume and take a hike on the trail with a naturalist. Halloween themed treats provided, Bring your own water. Dogs must be ...Read More

  • Twilight Discovery Hike

    Highbanks 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States

    Explore the evening woods after dark and look for creatures that come out at night. Bring your own flashlight. All Ages. Limited parking at the nature center. Meeting Location Notes: ...Read More

  • Adult Date Night: Fall Evening Hike

    Highbanks 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States

    Join a naturalist for sunset hike to enjoy fall color in the forest at Highbanks and learn about the science behind it. Hike will be approximately 2 miles on crushed ...Read More