Metro Parks

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Winter Hikes
Try a 2-, 4- or 6-mile hike at Blendon Woods on Saturday February 6, all beginning at 10 a.m. At 10 a.m. on Saturday February 13, Highbanks will host a 2.5-mile and a 5-mile hike. On Sunday February 14, Glacier Ridge Metro Park will host a 2-mile hike, begining at 2 p.m. Full hike schedule



Allison Shaw
Metro Parks Pet Trails
Twelve of your 15 Metro Parks have designated pet trails, where your canine friend can get the fresh air and exercise he or she needs. Needless to say, the walk will also be very good for you.

Pet trail details
Inniswood volunteer training in March
Inniswood Metro Gardens will be holding its annual orientation series for new volunteers in March. Both weekday and weekend hours are available for the four sessions over four weeks. Volunteers will participate in all aspects of the Gardens including maintenance, educational programming and special events. Deadline for registration is March 1. Please call Volunteer Coordinator Emily Eby at 614.895.6226 for more information and to receive registration materials.
Winter Parkscopes
The winter edition of Parkscope, Metro Parks' 32-page quarterly magazine, is now available in your 15 Metro Parks.

Low-res PDF copy.
Central Ohio Greenways
The Greenway trail system is an extensive network of recreational trails along our most valuable natural resources, connecting 7 major stream corridors.


For a map and more information on the greenways, go to the Franklin County Greenways website