Welcome to the official Columbus & Franklin County Metro Parks website. Find Maps, Pet Trails, Blog articles about the parks and nature, and information about all 20 Metro Parks.

Columbus Recreation and Parks Department offers a variety of nature, wellness and creativity programming for residents of all ages and interests.

Check out the map or list of parks to find a park close to you! If you want to search for a park by name, please use the site search function in the main menu of the website.

May 22, 2024 · Whether you’re looking to decompress in nature or to get active outdoors, Columbus features 250+ parks and recreational spots for you to enjoy. Ready to plan your trip to the park? …

Aug 28, 2025 · Columbus is home to some truly spectacular parks. With some of the oldest parks in the area (and the country) Columbus residents have long been lucky to stroll through these incredible …

Founded in 1947, the City of Columbus Parks and Recreation Department provides the highest quality park and recreation services for the citizens of Columbus. We are responsible for the maintenance …

Apr 22, 2020 · If you're ready to get outside and play, here are 10 of the best green spaces to explore in Columbus. READ MORE. Columbus offers plenty of vibrant, verdant ways to experience the great …

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Battelle Darby Creek features more than 7,000 acres of forest, prairies and wetlands. It stretches along 13 miles of the Big and Little Darby creeks, both State and National Scenic Rivers. Besides the areas …

These parks contain many amenities and provide access to 230 miles of regional trails, 171 playgrounds and 25 nature preserves. Check out the map or list of parks to find a park close to you! If you want to …