Brush in the Wind

location: #BattelleDarbyCreek #MetroPark, Galloway, Ohio
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Embrace the beauty of change! This bare tree stands tall against the vibrant blue sky at Scioto Grove Metro Park.
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Eeriness of spring in Michigan.

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New Snowshoer – Nature is our Medicine 18 January 2026 The next chapter or trying to embrace winter is snowshoes. There wasn’t much snow, but enough to use them and get energized outside. I was a tad overdressed. The beavers are s…

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Sony a6400, Sigma 18-50mm, F/11, 1/50s, ISO-100, 20mm. People in Ohio use their parks. I have never visited one and found myself alone! And the parks are beautiful. That being said, I never feel crowded either. They have struck exactly the right balance. Processed in Luminar Neo.

This is January 8, 2026, where I live in Ohio. When I first got there, patches of snow lined the trail. When I left, that snow was gone. The temp might be unusual, but I embrace it! 😊
#OverlookTrail #MetroPark #landscape #JanuaryThaw

Metropark Napoli, passeggero ubriaco aggredisce autista e poi scappa Napoli – Violenza e terrore al capolinea Metropark di Napoli Centrale, dove ieri pomeriggio un passeggero extracomunitario in evidente stato di ebbrezza ha scatenato il panico sull'autobus AIRCAMPANIA delle 16:00 diretto a Foggia. L'uomo, salito durante le operazioni di imbarco, ha aggredito prima l'autista con un tentativo di testata, poi...

Metropark Napoli, passeggero ubriaco aggredisce autista e poi scappa: Napoli – Violenza e terrore al capolinea Metropark di Napoli Centrale, dove ieri pomeriggio un passeggero extracomunitario in evidente stato di ebbrezza ha scatenato il panico… #Napoli #Metropark #AIRCAMPANIA #violenza #bus

Photo of the woods. The trees aren't overly populated so there is lots of lush green ground cover and the sun peeking in through the branches and leaves.

More densely populated bit of woods with younger trees. Again there is a good floor of lush green ground cover.

Photo of the lower section of a moss covered tree with a protective wire net around it.

The ground cover dominates this photo, while still allowing room for the trees in the photo. Some sky peeking through on this one.

Someone say #forestfriday? These are from a local #metropark trail.

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Sony a6400, Sigma 18-50mm lens, f/8, 1/60s, ISO-125, 38mm. Processed in Luminar Neo with an assist from Topaz Denoise.

Another pic from my visit to the park yesterday. This trail is a loop, and it's short enough for even me to explore (at 73, my walking distance has perforce shortened a bit; heh). A nice place to rest before completing the trail. #landscape #MetroPark #photography #woods #northeastOhio

Quarry Trails Metro Park
Columbus, Ohio

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Quarry Trails Metro Park
Columbus,.OH

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Sony a6400, f/3.2, 1/1600s, ISO-100, 18mm, 18-50mm F2.8 Sigma lens.

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My friend insisted I go with her to the overlook late this morning. I'm glad she did! It's only half a mile walk from the parking lot, and what a gorgeous day it was! The high was 65, light breeze. Perfect! Details in ALT.

11 Things to do at Quarry Trails Metro Park _With a beautiful waterfall, a floating boardwalk, a zip line and a mountain bike trail,**Quarry Trails Metro Park** will keep your whole family entertained!_ Quarry Trails Metro Park was created out of an abandoned quarry (Marble Cliff Quarry) on the west side of Columbus. The park is the 20th park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system in Central Ohio. Quarry Trails is unique in the sense that it is a mixed-use development. Unlike the other Metro Parks, the park sits adjacent to new housing and office space. It might seem kind of jarring at first, but as I’ve gotten used to it, I kind of want to live there! We live pretty close to Quarry Trails so it’s been a nice reprieve to just pop by and see the waterfall for a few minutes or take the boys to do the zip line for a little bit after dinner. Read on to find out just what there is to do at Quarry Trails that makes this Metro Park so unique! ## 1. View Millikin Falls * Address of Nearest Entrance: 2158 Old Dublin Rd., Columbus, OH 43228 * Area of the Park: Millikin Waterfall Access Okay, let’s jump right in with one of the major highlights of Quarry Trails! A waterfall! There are only a couple of waterfalls in Columbus (not surprisingly), and Millikin Falls is one of them! You can view the falls from the overlook at the top, or take the rock steps down to the bottom to view the falls from ground level. The rock steps are not stroller or wheelchair friendly, but the observation deck is and is easy to get to from the parking lot! It’s possible to go all the way down to the creek to view the falls but the rock steps are steep! If it’s been below freezing for a while in the winter, you may be able to catch the waterfall when it’s frozen and that is quite the sight to see! ## 2. Take a Ride on the Zip Lines * Address of Nearest Entrance: 2319 Quarry Trails Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43228 * Area of the Park: Lake Area This will be a favorite thing to so at Quarry Trails for the kids! My boys love the zip lines here! There are two zip lines that kids (and adults) just love! A note about parking here: The above address will take you through the housing development which is currently still under construction at time of writing. Just follow the signs to the park and there will be a parking lot right near the zip line and playground area. ## 3. Climb on the Rope Playground Structure * Address of Nearest Entrance: 2319 Quarry Trails Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43228 * Area of the Park: Lake Area This is one of the smaller of the Metro Park playgrounds, but it is a unique one! There is a rope climbing structure at the Lake Area of Quarry Trails Metro Park. It’s right next to the zip line and lots of fun for kids to climb on. There are also picnic tables and benches in this area. ## 4. Take a Walk on the Floating Boardwalk * Address of Nearest Entrance: 2319 Quarry Trails Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43228 * Area of the Park: Lake Area One of the most unique things at Quarry Trails Metro Park is the floating boardwalk! The boardwalk has a couple of offshoots with benches to sit on. It’s a peaceful respite in Turtle Cove. Fair warning here: the boardwalk does have some wire railings, but I wouldn’t call it toddler friendly! If you have a young child who is not yet sure on their feet, I would avoid this area or take a stroller! ## 5. Go Mountain Biking * Address of Nearest Entrance: 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43228 * Area of the Park: North Area/Mountain Bike Area I can’t speak to the mountain bike trail at Quarry Trails Metro Park personally, other than what I’ve seen with my eyes, as I am not a mountain biker! But I don’t know of any other area like this in Columbus! If you like mountain biking, you’ll want to check this out! ## 6. Take a Kayak or Canoe out on a Lake * Address of Nearest Entrance: 2319 Quarry Trails Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43228 * Area of the Park: Lake Area Non-motoried crafts are allowed at Turtle Cover or Swan Lake. You must use a life jacket here and your kayak or canoe must be registered with the state of Ohio. ## 7. Go for a Hike at Quarry Trails Metro Park * Address of Nearest Entrance: Any Entrance * Area of the Park: Any Area Quarry Trails Metro Park is a great park to hike and walk in because there is so much to see and the scenery is varied! You can hike near the Mountain Bike Area or through the Lake Area. There are observation decks throughout the park, including over Millikin Falls. It’s possible to hike the entire park from just one entrance as the trails connect to each area. Many of the paths at Quarry Trails Metro park are paved and that makes them stroller and family-friendly trails! ## 8. View a Historic Cemetery * Address of Nearest Entrance: 2319 Quarry Trails Drive or 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43228 * Area of the Park: North Area There is an abandoned cemetery along the Connector Trail at Quarry Trails Metro Park. You can access that trail using either of the addresses above. It’s about halfway between the two! You will see a wooden trellis over the opening of the cemetery, and you’ll veer slightly off the trail into the woods to find the gravestones. According to an article on the Metro Parks website, the cemetery is known as White Cemetery or Britton Cemetery and it belonged to Marble Cliff Quarry. The most recent burial in the cemetery is believed to be in 1867. ## 9. Play on the Larger Playground * Address of Nearest Entrance: 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43228 * Area of the Park: North Area A new playground was built at Quarry Trails in 2025! This playground is great for older kids. With long, elevated tunnels to climb through and a super tall slide, this playground is great for adventurous kids! There is a smaller play area for toddlers attached to the structure with some climbing areas and a small slide. To find this playground, enter at the Mountain Bike Area at the address above and keep driving until you find it. You will be able to see it from the road and there is a parking lot right next to the playground. My kids had fun on this one despite being on the older end of the playground crowd! ## 10. Sport Climbing and the Via Ferrata * Address of Nearest Entrance: 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43228 * Area of the Park: North Area Quarry Trails is home to the first urban via ferrata in the US! It consists of metal rungs, ladders and cables that are used to cross the cliffs. This section is only open during guided programs by the Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure team and reservations are required. There is a Sport Climbing area nearby where you can climb without registration but a waiver must be signed. I have not personally done either of these things myself, but you can find more information on the Metroparks website. ## 11. Go Sledding * Address of Nearest Entrance: 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43228 * Area of the Park: North Area There is a large sledding hill at Quarry Trails! It can be used for sledding in the winter or exercise in the non-snowy months! You can find it in the North Area and there is a parking lot at the top and the bottom. ## Tips for Visiting Quarry Trails Metro Park: * At this point in time, all restrooms are portable toilets. There are several throughout the park. * Dogs are allowed at Quarry Trails Metro Park but they must remained leashed. * The park has a carry-in, carry-out policy meaning there are no trash cans. Be prepared to carry out your trash. * Swimming is not allowed in the lakes. * The park is open from 6:30 AM until dark. * * * I hope this helps you plan a great trip to Quarry Trails Metro Park! Feel free to reach out or leave a comment if you have any questions! _**Share this post with your friends!**_ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram for more fun things to do in Columbus, Ohio! **_Save this post on Pinterest!_**

11 Things to do at Quarry Trails Metro Park - Julie Miller

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5 Things to do at Blacklick Woods Metro Park Blacklick Woods Metro Park in Reynoldsburg, Ohio is a great Metro Park to visit with kids! There is a great playground, a nature center and the incredible Canopy Walk! One of the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, this 652-acre park features beech-maple forests and a buttonbush swamp. The trails we have been on have been tree-covered, which is great on hot days! The park has 5 reservable shelters and several non-reservable shelters throughout the park for a casual picnic. * Address: 6975 E Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 Read on to see some of the fun things there are to do at Blacklick Woods! ## 1. Canopy Walk The Canopy Walk opened in May of 2024 and there is really nothing else like it in Columbus! What a gem! Of course, this is a popular spot to visit and my best advice is to come early. The Canopy Walk currently opens at 9:00 AM, but please check the website to confirm the most current information. There are 99 steps from the bottom to the top of the Canopy Walk, which is 40 feet in the air! There is an elevator to make this attraction more accessible. You can walk the boardwalk through the trees and enjoy the view. There are no pets allowed on the Canopy Walk. The Canopy Walk features a rope bridge, a cargo net and a treehouse for kids to play in. It’s definitely a highlight at Blacklick Woods and you don’t want to miss it when you visit! ## 2. Nature Center The Nature Center at Blacklick Woods Metro Park is a fun one for all ages, but especially for kids! There are large windows that overlook bird feeders where you can watch for all kinds of birds and wildlife. In 2025, the Nature Center was remodeled to add a mini Canopy Walk that kids can play on. There is a puppet theater, and several aquariums throughout the space that are home to turtles, toads and more! A major draw for my kids at the Nature Center is the open aquarium that is home to fish and turtles! In the adjoining room, the last time we visited there were coloring sheets out for kids. There is also a wall with animal pelts that can be touched. (There is also a family restroom in this section.) ## 3. Playgrounds There are a couple of playgrounds at Blacklick Woods. The first one can be found in the Meadows Picnic Area of the park. It’s situated between the Meadows Area and the Ash Grove Picnic Area. It’s the newest playground in the park. The main play structure has monkey bars, lots of climbing elements for kids to explore and multiple slides. This playground has two play structures. One for toddlers and one for older kids. There are also swings and a metal zip line. There are also a couple of stand-alone climbing structures for younger kids and the frog is a fun element on the toddler play structure! Near that same playground area is a Natural Play Area with logs to climb on. Also in the Meadows Picnic Area is another playground. This one is near the Mulberry area. It’s a fun one, too and my kids enjoyed it! There were some unique climbing elements and slides on this playground! Check out my list of fun playgrounds at the Columbus Metro Parks if you’re looking for more ideas! ## 4. Ashton Pond Ashton Pond is close to the park entrance and the Beech-Maple Lodge. There is a parking lot and short path back to the pond. There is a dock and a couple of benches. We had a fun time listening for and looking for frogs. We found quite a few! You can also do catch-and-release fishing here! ## 5. Buttonbush Trail If you’d like to take your kids on an easy trail at Blacklick Woods, I recommend Buttonbush Trail which is a half mile loop that begins and ends at the Nature Center. The trail is gravel and boardwalk and it’s mostly in the woods and shaded. Make sure to check the maps posted along the trail because it does branch off onto another trail at one point and you could end up on a much bigger loop! Check out my list of kid-friendly trails at the Metro Parks for more easy (and short) trails like this one! **_Save this post on Pinterest!_**

5 Things to do at Blacklick Woods Metro Park - Julie Miller