This park is on the fringe of the metropolitan area... Read more Interactive Map – Beaver Lake, 5.7 miles - We were not looking for anything in particular just went to be adventurous. hike/bike/pets – gravel There are a few of the metro parks that you might not think that you are still in the Columbus area. 3225 NE Plain City-Georgesville Rd West Jefferson, OH 43162. Prairie Oaks features nearly 500 acres of lush flowering prairies and grasslands that were restored using seeds native to the Darby Plains. Metro Parks features 19 outstanding natural area parks with more than 230 miles of trails and over 27,700 acres of land in seven Central Ohio counties. Prairie Oaks 3225 Plain City-Georgesville Road, West Jefferson, OH . (John Nixon) Kayakers on Big Darby Creek in Prairie Oaks Metro Park.
Passes a lake at Darby Bend Lakes and circles an Indian Mound. We along with several hundred of our closest friends were here, at the cold snow covered park, last weekend for the 3rd hike in the winter hikes series that the metro parks puts on every year. (Mike Fetherolf) View Full Photo Gallery. more. Crosses two steep hills, goes through prairies and runs alongside Big Darby Creek. The trails are dog friendly. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Hours and Info. On my last visit I actually found a small Indian mound along one of the … 3225 NE Plain City-Georgesville Rd West Jefferson, OH 43162. I really enjoy this park. hike/pets – grass and dirt (includes the Lake and Mound trails) Interactive Map – Lake View trails, 0.7 miles - easy Yesterday my mom and I decided to try out a new park for birding. Please choose a different date. Interactive Map – Darby Creek Greenway, 0.9 miles - easy (Mike Fetherolf) View Full Photo Gallery. I won't even pretend to tell you I've seen more than a fraction of it so far, so I'm just starting my exploration myself. Interactive Map – Bridle, 2.5 miles - moderate to difficult several different types of habitats, and close to Batelle Darby metropark, so, you can get lots of different habitats for birds in one area. Easy place for kids to hike. Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks (Metro Parks) is a public agency serving the citizens of Central Ohio by providing a regional system of clean, safe, natural area parks. hike/ pets – grass and dirt Park maps are available and rangers do periodically patrol. hike/pets – grass, dirt and gravel There are some nice views along the way that included a close up view of a rather cold looking Great Blue Heron and some nice views from the bridge of the creek below. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Interactive Map – Alder, 0.9 miles - easy a loop on the hilly trails on the other side of the park for a five mile total. (includes Sycamore Plains, Osage Orange and Tallgrass trails) Interactive Maps – Sycamore Plains | Osage Opening | Tallgrass, Site Crafted by Robintek: Columbus Website Design. Alder. Prairie Oaks Metro Park is one of those. Park also has several deep lakes for fishing and boating. Everyone grabs that, some hot chocolate and gathers around the fire pit for warmth and sharing stories of what was seen this week or who will be at the hike next weekend. Crosses Big Darby Creek and goes through woods and prairies. Winds through Darby Bend Lakes area and crosses Big Darby Creek. Dogs are allowed with spots conveniently located to pick up a bag and use for dog waste disposal. 6:30am to 8pm Phone: 614.208.4321. Home Parks & Trails Prairie Oaks Prairie Oaks Trails, 3225 NE Plain City-Georgesville Rd right off the highway, it was a great stop with prairie plantings and a large fishing lake area with trails through meadows and forest. The spectacular scenery of the Big Darby State and National Scenic River, which flows through the 2,203-acre park, provides a beautiful backdrop for outdoor adventure. West Jefferson, OH 43162, 0.6 miles - easy There is something for everyone. Restrooms are available. horseback riding/cross-country ski – grass and dirt Connects Darby Bend Lakes area with Sycamore Plains Trail. Trails are pretty well maintained. worth the stop/. Are the prices for this place or activity, Is this a must-do if you are traveling with a, Is this a romantic place or activity that you would suggest for, Is this a place or activity you would suggest for, Is this a place or activity you would go to on a, Would you recommend this place or activity to a friend looking for an, 3225 Plain City Georgesville Rd NE, West Jefferson, OH 43162-9643, This metropark was a stop just off route 70 on our way south. Bring your tennis shoes and be prepared to spend a few hours. We took the snow packed trails around the three ponds and across the bridge and did a loop on the hilly trails on the other side of the park for a five mile total.