Scioto River got its name from indigenous name for deer-Scioto, which is also a reason for funny…read moredeer sculptures all over the area. We found them really funny, and made search for one into family scavenger hunt.

Walking around Genoa Park is one of the best ways to explore the city of Columbus, OH. There is an…read moreeasy pedestrian pathway offering terrific views of Columbus' downtown skyline. I was impressed. The park is clean and well maintained. The perfectly mowed grass made for an ideal setting spending time outside on a lazy day in May. Being from out of town, I found a parking spot along a side street right near the park. Although I did have to pay a meter, I didn't care. I first walked over the Rich Street Bridge. Here you're afforded undisturbed views of the city backdrop. Plus you'll notice the paved walkway with benches to sit down on. The Scioto River cuts straight through the heart of downtown Columbus and adds another photogenic element to the backdrop. Continuing along...I passed beside the Center of Science and Industry, I believe it's called COSI. There appeared to be a charitable event happening, but still, this was a good spot take a seat on a staircase in front of the museum. Next I walked past the Columbus Civic Center Historic District. There was so much fresh green grass here and impeccably groomed. You can seriously just take a nap if you feel it, lol. You get good glances of Columbus' Main Street Bridge with high rise residential buildings in the distance. I spent an hour or two strolling the grounds. The park was a pleasant way to escape the (slightly busy, lol) downtown streets of Columbus without having to venture far away from the city aspect. All in all, it definitely had charming elements of NYC's Central Park, but obviously on a much smaller scale. In the end, for those visitors coming to Columbus, OH for the first time, I'd suggest making an effort to walk around Genoa Park.

Beautiful little (little is the operative word) park. I never knew this park existed until I saw a…read morereview for on Yelp. It's a surprising little oasis tucked between some major office buildings and the freeway (I-71). Water, waterfalls, walking paths, even a shelter. I peaceful oasis in an unexpected location.

This is a beautiful little pocket park located near the Microsoft/Veeam Building. There was…read moreplentiful parking available in the lot adjacent to the building and park. It features several little waterfall areas that help mitigate the noise of the nearby highway. There is a pond and a couple of small shelters where you can sit and relax. It also features a really neat wind sculpture, the North Star, that can be seen when you are passing by on the highway. It spins gently in the wind and adds a nice focal point just behind the large waterfall. It was designed by Robert S. Mullins. There's a paved walking path around the park that provides a good view of the highway, for those interested. Quiet and relaxing.

McFerson Commons is a city park located in downtown Columbus, Ohio. It's right in the heart of it…read moreall, next door to Nationwide Arena (home of the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets), down the street from Huntington Park (home of Columbus' AAA Minor League baseball team), across the street from the Columbus Visitor Center and within walking distance from all the local restaurants. So if you come to visit Columbus, I'd suggest stopping by. What also stands out as a major highlight is the Arch Monument. According to columbus.gov/recreationandparks..."McFerson Commons (Park) is also known to many as "Arch Park" because the focal point of the park is the entry arch from the Old Union Train Station". When I first saw this statuesque arch, I had a quick flashback to standing in front of the famous Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Who would have thought I could be transported to one of the most famous cities in the world?! Lol Exploring around McFerson Commons, although you're in the center of the city streets of Columbus, behind the arch is a long pathway of comforting looking grass. It's nice for sitting down, relaxing and sort of taking a break if you're a tourist from out of town. There are benches to sit on. You can enjoy a picnic. You can take a ball and have a catch, throw a frisbee or whatever you may do for fun. Locals were walking their dogs. Overall, it's just a pleasant, stress free setting. Extra details... - Hours are 7am - 11pm. Address is 218 West Street. - There is parking along the streets for a small fee per hour. You can pay with your credit card at the meters. Overall, McFerson Commons is a quiet little park to hang out at within downtown Columbus. I'm glad I walked around and spent some time here.

Looking for a lush green lawn to picnic at in the Arena District? Maybe you need a fresh air break,…read moreor a cozy spot to enjoy a good book outside. Well my friends, this is a great little nook in the downtown area that will certainly fill that need. McFerson Commons, otherwise known as "Arch Park" faces Nationwide Blvd and runs long and narrow between two buildings. The famous arch greets you near the sidewalk and once you walk through, the grass welcomes you with open arms. There's a few benches but I'm a fan of ground sitting honestly. The space is also kept really clean. It makes for a great photo op, especially if you can get one under the arch. I believe various events are also thrown here. It could definitely be versatile. Go ahead, take a break and enjoy escaping the hustle and bustle of the city in this quaint splash of green.

Was at your park yesterday 5/4/23 not a good experience as several places where you had to walk in…read morewater to continue on path as has been normal for several years when we have rain. Putting rocks to step on to keep out of water is not a good idea as there are a lot of seniors who visit this park and if you continue this habit you will probably be paying for some broken bones. who ever thought that was a good idea. I don't know why anyone would give you a rating above 1 and it should be 0 until you clean the place up. Jeff Greenwood By the way I wanted to do 1 star but you must have set to not go below 2.

This is a really nice park along the Scioto River. It is listed on both the Dublin and Columbus…read morePark websites, so there was initially a little bit of confusion, but we had success with following the Dublin one (Dublin lists it as Kiwanis Riverway Park at 6245 Riverside Dr, while the Columbus site has it as Riverway Kiwanis Park at 6345 Riverside Dr - the signage we found onsite matched the Dublin listing). The land is owned by Columbus, but the park is maintained by Dublin. To access the park, you pull into an area that also leads down into an office complex. There is a small parking area directly across from the marked trailhead. The trail itself is a combination of paved and boardwalk, although there are also some worn down dirt areas that get you closer to the river. If you enter through this signed trailhead area, you will find a fork in the road. The one to the right takes you on a paved walking trail that ends with a staircase that takes you back up to the street level. The fork to the left takes you towards the boardwalk area, which has a number of little streams and a nice little forested area. There is a ton of waterfowl and birds throughout, and a lot of interesting plants and trees to enjoy, as well. The noise of the animals and river helps provide a calming atmosphere, despite the proximity to the roads. This is well worth a visit!

Noticed this on the way between a couple of other parks- noticed the playground, specifically. And…read morewhen we went to the one nearest the road, noticed another farther back. K loved the larger playground; small one was fine, but definitely for younger kids. The big one is spread out a bit and has lots of play options. Plus, plenty of benches for tired adults. And a shelter with bathrooms, though in March those aren't open for the season yet. It's a good park in general. Lots of green space, some trees, quite a few shelters, the two playgrounds, plenty of parking, basketball and tennis courts, ball fields... Right in the middle of a growing area, so good for the neighborhood. Not busy on a spring weekday. We'll be back someday, though it's far from our usual routes.

I watched the eclipse here and it was a wonderful setting so, of course, I had to write up a review…read moreto tell you all about it. It's located in Powell, a hop, skip, or jump off of 315. It's pretty freakin' big and while I only explored a portion of it, what I did experience was great. For starters there is plenty of parking and they have restrooms on site. There's also a couple shelter areas so you can stay out of the sun or have a picnic. What I loved most was that there is a ton of green space, perfect for playing frisbee or throwing around a baseball. It's also well kept and had recently been mowed. While I was there, other than watching the eclipse, folks were playing cornhole and kids were practicing their soccer skills. Off in the distance was a lovely playground area that had swings, slides, and more. I heard there is also a small lake, but I did not have the pleasure of seeing it. Overall, it's a pretty solid park and the community around here is lucky to have such a place.

This is a lovely mural located on the exterior of the Tuttle Park Recreation Center. It appears to…read morebe paint, and, unfortunately, I could not find any artist notes. It catches your eye pretty quickly as you pull into the parking lot and has a nice blend of natural and earth elements located inside the overarching shape of a long bird with its wings spread. It's very nice to view and a great addition to the park area.

It's a great neighborhood park with nice natural walking areas near the river and nice wide open…read morefields to throw a frisbee or toss a ball. Lots of people bring their dogs here to run off lead which means there can be dog poop in the fields so watch outThe hill is a great place to picnic.

Clinton-Como Park is a nice small park by the Olentangy River. I like this because it's also…read morelocated along the bike trail. The park has some athletic fields and a few picnic tablesIt seems to be really dog friendly. This is a nice view of the river from there. I have seen many bikers and runners stop and admire the scenery. It's not as popular as Whetstone but it's a very nice place to play or watch. There's a baseball field and basketball court. It's not that hard to find a parking spot. The lot in the north area is big enough. It also has an area that's connected to the Olentangy Wetlands by a bridge. This is a nice way to get a view of the river. I like these not as well known parks like Clinton-Como Park. It's not crowded like the bigger ones. There are some nice views of the Olentangy River from many areas and there's also good athletic and play equipment to keep kids busy while you hang out there.

This is a really nice park. A nice paved path that seems to go far. Over the covered bridge looks…read morelike there was a grass perimeter path. They had a nice size playground and a fitness type playground too. Good access to the creek as well. A few soccer fields and a putting green too. A climbing wall as well. There was a picnic shelter too.

This place didn't appear when I tried to "check in" on Yelp, nor did it show in its listing. I saw…read morea "Sycamore Park", but that's an address in Canal Winchester, so I figured I'd create it. It's located across the street from Victory Park in Pickerington and a few hundred feet down. I used to go to this park in the summer, over the years because they hosted a summer concert series in the amphitheater that included one group that I enjoyed more than others (anyone know if Paradise Island is still performing?). Outside of that, we never spent much time there. Yesterday, we decided to check out areas to relax and decided to give Sycamore Creek Park a look since we really hadn't seen the park itself. It's fairly decent, with a walking trail and a few picnic areas, in case you want to take family and friends for a cookout. It even has a section you can reserve. There's also a tennis and basketball court, if you're feeling active. I took interest in the pond area, in which several people were fishing. I walked over to the south side of it and found a nice vantage point or photos. However, if I wanted to take advantage of the sunset, there was a huge rock that I could pose my subjects on. I didn't walk around, but I may do it later to see if there is anything else of interest. I did add two photos so you can see what I'm taking about, regarding the pond. I understand that they have a sledding hill in the winter time. Something you might want to consider for the kids (and adults). Worth checking out.