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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  • Storytime: Lorax

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

    Listen to a reading of The Lorax and then create a Lorax-themed craft! Ages 2-5. Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. There ...Read More

  • Adult: Off-trail Ravine Geology Hike

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

    Join a geologist on an 2.5-mile off-trail hike in the ravine. Learn the story about the discovery of the prehistoric shark fossil found right here in a Highbanks ravine. Explore ...Read More

  • Turtle Time

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

    Learn about and meet live turtles and experience the world from their eyes! Meeting location notes- Nature Center: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. Limited ...Read More

  • Family Creeking

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

    Explore the Olentangy River to look for some of the animals that live there. Be prepared to get wet! Shoes required in the river for your safety. Please no flip ...Read More

  • Adult: Off-trail Ravine Geology Hike

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

    JUST ADDED!!! Join a geologist on an 2.5-mile off-trail hike in the ravine. Learn the story about the discovery of the prehistoric shark fossil found right here in a Highbanks ...Read More

  • Dog Hike

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

    Join the naturalist on a 1.5-mile summer hike along river and field with your canine friend. Treats and water breaks provided throughout. All ages. Meeting location notes: Big Meadows Picnic ...Read More

  • For Adults: Wildflower Stroll

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

    Join a naturalist for a relaxing evening stroll on the Scenic River Trail to observe and learn about our May blooming wildflowers. Meet in Big Meadows picnic area next to ...Read More

  • Adults: Off-trail Wetland Sunset Hike

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

    Take a 3-mile guided off-trail hike at the wetland to explore this part of the park that is usually closed to visitors. Please bring binoculars if you own them. Trail ...Read More

  • Central Ohio Folk Festival

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

    Last day of the two day family-friendly festival featuring multiple performing stages presenting an array of upbeat folk/roots/Americana music. Activities include drum circle, kid programming, music workshops, a Festival Store, ...Read More

  • Central Ohio Folk Festival

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

    A two day family-friendly festival featuring multiple performing stages presenting an array of upbeat folk/roots/Americana music, kids’ & youth programming, and 30+ music workshops (all levels). Saturday, May 6 - ...Read More

  • Plant A Tree at Highbanks

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

    Celebrate Earth Day by helping plant native Ohio trees in an area of the forest where volunteers have been removing invasive plant species. We will be planting native trees to ...Read More

  • An Egg-citing Family Fun Day

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

    **Please Note: This is not an egg hunt, please leave baskets at home** Hop on over for a fun afternoon of "egg-themed" activities. Enjoy an outdoor Easter themed scavenger hunt ...Read More