I love this park!!! It is so beautiful and so spacious. I come here for walks or runs with my…read morehusband or friends. The children's play area is very unique and fun. They have paved paths and some trails as well. The waterfall is gorgeous! It's one of those parks that you wouldn't expect in the middle of a city, but I'm so glad I visited the first time and will continue to come back

The park is located on the site of the old Marble Cliff Quarry. Aside from our favorite dog park…read morenow, the overall park includes 182-acres of hiking/walking trails, observations areas, mountain bike trail, observation areas, a waterfall, lakes, and a sport climbing area. It has been years since I have been out here and to say I was impressed was an understatement. I can't wait to come back here. You can learn more at https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/quarry-trails/

A small park tucked between a quiet neighborhood and a river, with a short boardwalk to a beautiful…read morewaterfall. The flow of the falls will fluctuate a good bit, depending on the season or rainfall. When the water levels are low, there's not going to be much to see. But after a rain or snow melt, this waterfall becomes pretty impressive! The boardwalk can become slick in shaded areas. Keep in mind that you're directly behind people's homes & yards, so be respectful of the shared space.

This park has a very limited parking area. It is located on the side of the road and has maybe…read moreeight parking spots. Then you climb four steps, cross a small platform area and next it is 48 stairs straight down. The walk from there is a nice boardwalk to a relativity small waterfall.

Turn DOWN any parks and rec bill! I have complained 3 times…read moreabout the abuse via apathy about the stewards of our parks At Duranceau park at the Mc Knight outdoor eduction center they have successfully let at least 4 dozen trees die by not ever PLANTING THEM!! Paw Paw trees in bulbs above ground since April !! And then more trees delivered in the fall meeting the same doom !! Sycamores, Tulip, and Oaks All sitting above ground !! Several months now! The staff at the park have even gone as far as hiding the trees! So it LOOKS like they are proper stewards of the park Which they are not. See examples below

This nature preserve is beautiful. At first glance, it doesn't look like much. You park in the…read moreparking lot and it looks rather urban. But when you walk down the stairs, you're suddenly transported to a peaceful spot in nature. Now, about those stairs. They are pretty steep, and there are many of them, and I'm not sure there's any other way to get down the to nature preserve without walking down the stairs. Unless there's another way to get down there that I don't know about, this isn't a wheelchair- or stroller-friendly park. Once you're down the steps, you walk down a boardwalk that takes you to a beautiful waterfall. All in all, it takes maybe less than a minute to walk from the end of the step to the waterfall -- it's really rather close. Along the way, you will see beautiful plants and trees, and as you get closer, you'll hear the sound of the water rushing until you actually reach it. It's kind of amazing to see a waterfall up close -- it's very soothing to the spirit. In the winter, I've read that the waterfall will sometimes freeze over, so you can see it in a whole new way. The boardwalk ends at the waterfall, and it's a one-way trek there and back. The trail does not loop. This is an easy and fun walk for young kids especially. I had kids with me and we were done with the walk and had seen everything in about 10 to 15 minutes. I like efficient hikes like this.

So many beautiful parks to discover, so little time!!! This hidden gem I "discovered" on a…read morebeautiful fall afternoon while attempting to be more social (and less of a hermit!!) in the Columbus area. It's almost a SIN to be indoors this time of the year, so as soon as the indoor stuff was over, I googled nearby parks and decided to check out Duranceaux. Small(ish), clean, quiet, scenic, right on the river, with just a few people walking their dogs, playing on the playground, and flying kites, what more could you ask for?? There is a nice looking educational facility available for groups on one end of the park and what appears to be an OSU boathouse on the other end. If you're from this area, maybe you're already away of this great, tucked away, "secret" spot, but I got the feeling even a few locals might not know it's there. Worth checking out... ENJOY!!

A long skinny park along the river, as is common in this area. We entered from the north, but if…read moreyou're going to the playground (as we were) or the shelters, nature center, etc., I suggest entering off Dublin Rd. The long drive down has plenty of picnic tables, etc., but not many spots to park. The playground is small, but nice. Right near a shelter, with a lot nearby. Shade and benches handy for the grownups. There's a big building that looks like a lodge house, where a wedding was going on. Signs say there is an "education center"- may just be a nature trail? It's south of the playground somewhere. A great resource for the community, and worth a return for more than just the playground.

Very nice and scenic park. Plenty of fishing areas to hiking areas. It's a pretty long strip and…read morehas a park. Good area and very clean.

They don't care about planting the trees we procured for them! Almost 50 trees were destroyed due…read moreto apathy! ALL of them still in bucket or. Live above ground The Paw Paw trees ( area our state fruit, the ONLY citrus to be grown in Ohio have been ignored going on 7 months now !! NO BUENO And they want us to pass a bill giving them more money?? What on earth for???

This is a very beginner friendly, short walk through a lovely trail in Dublin. Almost all shaded…read moreand on a clear trail, partially on a wooden broad walk, this is a very easy and beautiful walk to a small waterfall. This is a lovely and quiet walk, with a few look-out balconies and a nice bridge. You can park at bridge park or the parking lot provided and enter the trail from there. We love this nature walk!

Another beautiful place in Dublin to spot gorgeous waterfalls. Indian Run Falls is an unassuming…read morepark -- it's tucked in a spot right off a major street. But once you start heading onto the path, you discover that there is more to this place than you see from the parking lot. If you want to get right next to some small waterfalls, like touch them with your fingers, this is the place to visit. The waterfalls are smaller, but I liked that we could get up close to the water and experience it in a tactile way. Being right up in the water's business allowed for some really great photos, too -- the waterfall area is a great place to take photos. The hike through Indiana Run Falls is very easy, but there are some areas that require walking up and down steps, so it might not be the easiest hike for someone in a wheelchair or pushing a stroller. Otherwise, this is a great place to visit, and it's a good hike for kids because it's very short and sweet.

Excellent stop if you are one a road trip with kids or dogs or both! Everyone can get out of the…read morecar and get their wiggles out. We brought snacks and enjoyed them under a shady tree near one of the lakes but could have also chosen a picnic table. The park is incredibly clean as there are no trash cans... you take your trash with you. The park is beautiful and peaceful. Well taken care of. Will return when we pass through Ohio again in the future.

Great walking loop trails with a variety of trails [gravel, wide path, light hiking trails]. There…read moreare a couple different parking lots to park in. Trails are well kept, as well as supplying dog bags for patrons.

The Heritage Rail Trail is a nicely paved multi-use trail. We saw cyclists, dog walkers, and other…read morehikers when we headed out. In total, it runs 6.1 miles from Main Street in Old Hilliard to Plain City, though we did not go the full length on our most recent visit. Its path winds along some nice stops if you want or need them, such as the Heritage Trail Dog Park (parking and port-a-potty available, in addition to the dog park of the name in case you've got a four-legged friend with you that wants some extra play) and Homestead Metro Park (parking and restrooms available, plus playgrounds and a train to explore, if you've got a kiddo with you that wants some extra play). A very nice trail!

Flat, straight and easy rail trail. Ran 8 miles on an early Sunday morning and thoroughly enjoyed…read moreit.

This is a fine neighborhood park, just not a standout. Playing fields, a small pond, a little…read moreplayground, etc. A loop trail, which connects to other parks. A creek along the back. Plenty of parking, well-kept, easy to get to. I went to ride my bike, and that's where things went a bit downhill. There's not much room to ride in the park- great for kids, not for anyone interested in a longer ride. The paths connect to the Mudsock trail, which is mostly gravel. On the other end you can try to get to Hilliard Municipal park, which isn't much better. I recommend the many fine trails in other parts of central Ohio. In Hilliard, maybe start at Homestead Park and work north.

Decent playground and the usual soccer fields. There's also a little pond to feed the ducks. It's…read morenot bad if you live in the neighborhood. There's a creek here that they recently restored back to its original winding way and replanted native trees and plants. They also put a new bridge over it. It looks decent now. It had been just a straight trench filled with mostly stagnant water. In the 1800's the creek had been straightened for farm irrigation. Now it has been restored back to its original natural look. There's a paved trail that goes around the pond. It's good for joggers and bike riders or your kid's power wheels. There's plenty of parking here and a portapottie if you can stomach it. I usually just hold my pee.

This is a 22-mile, maintained, beautiful trail that connects to the Olentangy trail…read more It's a paved surface and wide enough for cyclists and pedestrians, similar to the Scioto or Olentangy trails. It's surrounded by trees and flows along Alum Creek. There are quite a few bridges you go over. We saw quite a few cyclists out in the morning. Colorful leaves were abundant along the trail, and it was peaceful - even on a Saturday morning.

We checked out the section near Ohio Dominican University, and it was really nice. It follows along…read moreAlum Creek and several areas have a good view of it. There were also small wetland/bog areas along the way, which were very pretty (home to some bugs though). It was also quite clear that the deer in the area were quite used to all of the passersby, whether on foot or pedaling, as they gave very little notice as we walked along. The trail is nicely paved, and there is good signage and trail markings where appropriate.