the majority of parks i take my kids to usually have no shade, so this park won't lose a star from…read moreme, but yes, there is not a ton of shade. however, if you're looking for a fun open space to take your kids to play, this is it. totally worth our 20 minute drive. also great for those who are still toddling. some perks: colorful. inclusive. sustainable. wheelchair friendly boardwalk. wetlands. accessible swings. basketball court. neos 360. picnic tables. trash and recycle cans. AND MULCH FREEEEEE!

This is probably the premier park in Westerville - which is known for its excellent park system…read more The Westerville Parks and Recreation Department is to be commended for our excellent parks. Personally, my wife and I are at the age that we don't use the park very often. However, when our grandkids were here this past weekend, they wanted to go to "that nice park" you took us to last time we were here (over a year ago). Millstone Creek Park offers a little of everything. Nice assortment of playground equipment; accessible; a variety of activities; sports fields; nature/wetlands area; picnic shelter and restrooms. Plenty of parking. My only suggestion for improvement would be the addition of a few more benches for the grandparents who bring their grandkids to the park.

Inniswood is one of my current favorite places to walk. It has beautiful paths smooth, many of…read morewhich are ADA accessible, and a few dirt ones, as well as little boardwalks. Not only is it a great space to come explore and learn about different types of plants, but it's pretty friendly for all ages! They have a little play area and a treehouse, as well as a path called the storybook trail where there are signs and illustrations for a nature based story along the path- all at small children's height. There are always parts of the park that are secluded, even on busy holidays or weekends - it's easy to find a peaceful place to sit, paint, journal, or relax away from too much noise. There are many benches all over so plenty of places to sit in the sun or shade.

It's a beautiful morning…read more I think I'll go outside a while and just smile Just take in some clean fresh air Ain't no sense in staying inside If the weather's fine and you got the time It's your chance to wake up and plan another brand new day Either way It's a beautiful morning at Innis Metro Park I am going to get there at 7 and stay till dark It's free year round with activities that abound With 2,000 species of plants to look at I'm sure you'll see something that will astound

This is a nice park with a lot of neat options. There's a great amphitheatre, a little playground…read morewith climbing and balancing options, slides, and a direct connection over to the small Splash Pad. Nearby is a solar picnic pavilion that generates solar power and offers great shade and picnic tables to take a break from all of the fun. There's a large pond near the parking lot, a memorial located behind the municipal buildings and police department, and winding paved paths that take you around to all of the sights and sounds of the park. The parking lot is good sized and offers some EV charging stations.

Super cute! Has a playground in one side and splash pad in the other side! My kids love it!read more

We came here for lantern festival and it was excellent for that. I obv didn't get to explore the…read morewhole park then or at least I don't think so. But there were places to walk and lots of trees, which I appreciate. Free to park. No complaints.

My son and I really enjoyed our play date at Hoff woods park. The playgroud was fun, but it seemed…read morea little unsteady at the very top. It was wobbly! There was also space for a sand digger toy, but it was missing which was unfortunate. I would love to go back to try fishing in the pond. Super cute place!

Great play area - they have some swings and lots of places to climb with a few slides. There is a…read moreplay area for smaller toddlers (2-5) and another for larger kids (5-12). There is also a small shelter close by to at you can rent and bathrooms (sign says they close late Oct to mid-April). We will be back!

The playground at Huber Village Park has its own name, I guess, and it is a pretty impressive…read moreplayground. Looking like a castle from the parking lot, it is big, with assorted equipment for all ages. Several benches for parents to relax in the shade while their kids go nuts. Swings, slides, "rocks" to climb, rope bridges, etc., etc. Baby K had a blast. Small drinking fountain outside, not very toddler-friendly, so bring a water bottle. There are restrooms not far away in the park. Plenty of parking.

Lots of trails and well maintained pathways. Also a nice park for kids. Parking was easy.read more

This is a really pretty area. We had so much fun exploring the boardwalks through the wetlands - we…read morespotted tiny turtles, frogs and tadpoles, egrets and herons, ducks, and so much more! You can get a nice walk in with the looping combo of paved trail and boardwalk/bridges. There are a few shelters and trees around to help with the sun a bit. On the far end is a playground, with a very nice large shelterhouse with picnic tables. The playground is a lot of wood, metal, and climbing nets, and has sections for ages 2-5 and 5-12. By far the biggest draw appeared to be the very tall, fast slide, accessible via climbing net. There are benches available, and play shades available in one section. A nice sized parking lot is available too.

It seems like they've made some changes since the more negative reviews on here. They do allow dogs…read moreon the Spring Creek trail and the Lake trail, which together make a 2.2 mi path. Spring Creek isn't paved (grassy and gravel) so it's nice for dogs' paws on a hot day. This is one of the quieter, better preserved metro parks. They have done a great job restoring native prairies here - we saw a lot of wildlife (herons, and many different types of birds) and there were even wild black raspberries or blackberries growing. There are lots of big open green spaces and more forested spaces, plus the lake. It also didn't seem quite as packed as other metro parks. I will say, like any other Columbus Metro Park, the "hikes" aren't hikes, they are walks. If you're visiting from out of town, don't expect a "hike" - it's just a nice walk in a park.

My friend and I took a walk here with her dog and it was a very lovely place. A true escape from…read morethe city and nice clean air. It had a very nice lake and a nice playground for kids. The trails were well kept and cleared for walking. The nature is beautiful and there were plenty of people there enjoying it without the two of us feeling crowded. If you are looking for a nice place to just relax and get your steps in and you haven't been here before I would highly recommend it!

The Hoover Dam is very nice and clean. The path is well taken care of and easy to maneuver. I…read morerecommend checking it out.

When most people think of Hoover Dam/Reseviotr, they think of the area along Sunbury Road. This…read moreis, however, an often overlooked area BELOW the dam. This area can be accessed from Sunbury Road (near the dam) or from Central College Rd. When entering from Central College Road, there is a nice parking area and a picnic shelter. The recreation area below the dam is spacious and allows for a variety of recreational activities.

We love our walks in Shale Hollow! Love that there is such a lovely preserved nature space in the…read morebackyard!!!! We just love all the nearby parks and walking trails - they're all over Delaware County! also all the well kept green spaces in Columbus Metro Park System!

Recommended by Kid K's teacher, this is a beautiful nature preserve. K wanted a playground, of…read morecourse, and there is a natural play area that is, well, just logs and rocks. Not much of a much. Maybe it is being rebuilt? But there is a small building with bathrooms and what looks like it will be a nature center, and tons of trails up and down the hills. Surrounded by development, but fairly quiet, at least on an early spring weekday afternoon. Saved because of its creeks and hills and gullies, surely. Lots of shale outcrops, some decent elevation changes, well-developed paths mixed with more basic ones, decent parking. Far from our usual routes, but worth a detour.

Westerville is known for having great parks and playgrounds, but the Johnston-McVay Park is a gem…read moreamong Westerville's network of parks. It is a relatively new park (about 5 years old) and has a somewhat non-traditional playground. The playground at Johnston-McVay is actually divided into two sections: * the upper section (closest to the parking lot) features the HAWK, a large wooden climing structure and some "roller slides". This area offers a lot of opportuity for climbing and creative play. * the lower section (closer to the road) has both traditional swings as well as a very unique swing that aloows up to 5 or 6 kids to swing togehter at the same time. My granddaughter and four or five newly found friends were swinging and singing a pirate ditty - pretending that the swing was a pirate ship. One of the nicest features of the park is that there are plenty of benches (some traditional - some large blocks of stone) for parents and grandparents to sit. The park also offers a nice mix of sunny and shady areas.

What a fantastic local park! Way to outdo yourself Westerville!…read more Just opened down the street near McVay Elementary its a beautiful addition to the neighborhood. Modern Nature inspired playground equipment: swings, climbing structures, and most recognizable - Hawk/Nest. The trail around the park has placards that mark a "story path" sponsored by Westerville Library. From the looks of it, it will be a rotating story every few months. Natural play area includes creek access and some large stones for crossing the creek. Park does have a restroom. Great fun for a variety of ages of children. Be sure to stop by!