Pumped to share that this park has been updated and it looks a lot better than it did before…read more There's a fresh mural that looks like a bunch of books painted on the building in front of it (when facing High St.). There's a nice new concrete sign that faces Hubbard Ave. and some seating. The paths have also been freshly paved. There's still signage and doggie bags for cleaning up after your pups. They have removed the playground equipment, which may be a bummer for some, but I've always seen way more dogs than kids. Come to think of it, I'm not sure I've ever seen children around even when it was there. They've also removed a number of trees making it feel much more open. All in all, the facelift was very much needed and they did a great job. I enjoy walking through it on my way to the gym across the street.

This was... okay. We came for the playground, and it's a sort of mod/minimalist thing. No swings,…read moreno slides. Lots of climbing stuff, but leaning towards bigger kids than 4-year-old Baby K. She had fun, still- having her doll pretend to climb stuff, mostly. The park is a bit unkempt. There are some benches and tables, which is cool. Right off High, in a very built-up area, so it's nice that there is at least some green space in this part of town. But not a place we'll be coming back to.

I've been visiting Metro Parks for several years and have been to all the park units several times…read more It is a large park system with something to lake for almost everyone. There are handicapped options and usually a good pet friendly option wherever you visit. Throughout the year, a variety of organized activities occur, from educational hikes and presentations, to multi-unit challenges that incorporate GPS adventures, or challenges to visit all the park units in a specific session, like Winter Hike for example. Night time ranger and guide led hikes are great, and introduce nocturnal wildlife like owls and other creatures. There are a wide variety of wildlife to be seen, from Wild Turkeys to White Tail Deer, Coyotes, amphibians, song birds, raptors, and other amazing creatures in natural settings. Maps of the park system & individual parks are available on line, as well as paper copies at most parks!

The metro parks are great for so many things - hiking, biking, walking, kids playing. They do a…read moregreat job preparing the parks. The rangers are all nice and responsive. The passport is a fun collection to do.

We went here last summer but apparently I didn't review it. We were there for the playground, and…read moreKid K loved it. Medium-sized, lots to do. In the heart of the neighborhood, so if we lived nearby we'd be there a lot. Some green space, some trees, all in all a good local park. We'll be back.

It's a cute little neighborhood park. The equipment isn't the most accommodating for taller…read morechildren, but it's a lovely place to spend the afternoon for a picnic. Lots of frogs too!

Small park crammed between apartments and the river. Easy access to the trail. Parking available,…read moredepending on what time of day you're here. Construction going on right now so a lot of the streets headed to the river are blocked. I was here to ride my bike, so I just parked a little farther back and rode down to the trail. Be careful, because you will need to ride on the streets part of the time, and there are steel plates currently. Anyway, nice little strip of a neighborhood park, with sculptures and benches up and down the river in all the parks. And easy access to neighborhoods.

This park is tucked away near the entrance of the Harrison West neighborhood. The trail actually…read moreruns right through it and you'd likely miss it if you didn't catch the sign near the street. It has a few benches, a couple trash cans, and two structural art installations. It's always kept really clean too. I've never noticed lighting in the area though. So, I tend to avoid it when it gets dark, similar to the trail. It's a great area to stop and catch your breath if you've been exercising. While it's near the street, it definitely gives off a peaceful vibe.

This must have been here awhile, but I never noticed it before. Not when I lived nearby and went…read moredown Martin a lot, or more recently when I tend to go down there every few months. Today, somehow, I saw it. Maybe I'm always distracted by the speed bumps. Anyway, it's a decent little park. Pretty much a green space on the corner, with bike paths. Not much else here. No playground. Well, a couple of rocks which I first took for a sculpture, but they have some netting between them so they are a sort of playspace. No parking, no facilities at all. A good park to have in your neigborhood, for a walk in the evening or maybe a picnic. But not worth going out of your way for.

This is a cute little park located within a neighborhood. It's more of a green space with garden…read moreand art, as opposed to either a nature area or a play area. It's walkable if you're in the area, or there is street parking. The focal point is a fountain and garden, as well as a sculpture. There are benches around to relax, and several paved walkways cut through the space. On our most recent visit, there was some significant work happening in the park, so I'm quite curious to see what renovations are taking place. There were several trucks, including a small excavator, hard at work, and some very loud sawing-type work going on, as well - possibly cutting into the cement of one of the sidewalks? I'm definitely interested in checking it out again to see the results.

This tiny little neighborhood park is mostly just a landscaping effort by the City of Upper…read moreArlington and UA's Garden Club to beautify a weird little intersection between Redding and Canterbury Roads. You'll find a few benches and a cute little fountain with a huge sculpture. Not exactly the type of park you'll find peace and serenity in, but it does what it's intended to do... spruce up an otherwise boring intersection. Tremont Park has gorgeous summer flowers, but is best known as an annual target of graduating seniors armed with liquid soap... A fountain of foaming bubbles says it all.

There are so many tiny parks around this part of town, it's hard to know which one is which. I walk…read morethis area often and have walked by this park too many times to count, however I just learned this past weekend that it's technically it's own and not part of the others. Confusing, I know. The best way to pinpoint this specific park is to look for the cute, whimsical statues in the lawn. They go along with the story shared on the plaque just behind them. The author's note reads, "It is wise to remember the ancient people before us who greeted new things to this continent. How did they teach children to prepare for great change, holding to virtue as they discovered the voyagers? The hero of this fantasy, Pickaweekee, is named for a village of "The People Who Arose From Ashes," whose ancestors vanished from the Scioto Valley centuries past." In layman's terms, the story is about Pickaweekee, a Native American boy from a Scioto Valley tribe who embarks on a mythical journey of discovery. Alongside each animal statue is a smaller plaque that explains its purpose and how it fits into the story. It's super cute and I love that art is incorporated. There's several creatures and I believe they were all made by sculptor Jack Greaves. If you're looking for a fun spot to take the kids, definitely stop by here during your walk. It only adds to the beauty and culture that is Columbus.

Another beautiful section along the Scioto River! While you can continue to use it as part of the…read moregreenway or a stroll down the Scioto Mile area, Battelle Riverfront Park is also home to quite a few memorials, monuments, and art pieces to enjoy. The memorials include one for the Columbus Firefighters, featuring an eternal flame at the top of the piece, the Spanish American War Memorial, and the Workers Memorial, which is dedicated to the Franklin County Workers who have passed while on the job. One of the memorials, which is dedicated those lost on the Space Shuttle Challenger, was designed by local children and is called Their Spirits Circle the Earth. The art features a wonderful swooping sculpture Freedom by local sculptor Alfred Tibor and a sculpture of a man, woman, and baby called To Honor the Immigrants by local sculptor Gary Ross. There are also a number of bronze animals populating the grassy tree area to catch the eye - these six sculptures, along with a large plaque containing the story the illustrations are pulled from - are in the James W. Barney Pickaweekee Story Grove here in Battelle Riverfront Park. There are also donor plaques lining the sidewalk near the memorials and art. This is a very peaceful and relaxing spot. There is nearby street parking using the meters, or it's easily accessible as part of the trails running along the Scioto.

This is a decent park behind the neighborhoods. I couldn't find a good place to park…read more Access is through the neighborhoods so park on the street; there is a weird little lot at one point, but I wasn't sure if it was okay to park there. A nice playground. Walking paths with plenty of trees and shade. Playing fields. I'd like to have this in my neighborhood, but it is middling as far as Marysville's parks go- there are some true standouts.

I love this park so much. I come here almost every day and am so thankful I live within walking…read moredistance of it! Great playground for kids, tons of room on the path to walk/run/bike, and nice big wide open spaces for a picnic or to just lay out in the sun. This park at sunset is gorgeous. One of my favorite places in Marysville!