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Scioto Grove Metro Park is a 620-acre park along the Scioto River with mature forests and scenic bluffs overlooking the river. It features more than seven miles of trails, two picnic areas with shelters, tables and grills, a kids play area and several overlook decks. The park is located on a scenic bend of the Scioto River and is a great destination for canoeists, kayakers, anglers and people wanting to see waterfowl and other wildlife. Dogs on leashes are welcome throughout the park, which also features a sledding hill.
Thanks to a generous donation of 193 acres of land from the City of Grove City, funds from the State of Ohio Clean Ohio Program, and passage of a property tax levy by Franklin County voters, Metro Parks has developed this park for people of all ages and abilities to experience nature and enjoy quality time with family and friends. Additional support came from outdoor retailer REI to construct a backpack trail along the river for those just getting into the sport, as well as those seasoned backpackers who want a quick overnight without having to journey several hours.
First time here very beautiful park very clean well taking care of trails are very well marked maintain down near by the River there are so many large trees allover the park has so many beautiful wildflowers highly recommend this metro park.
We did the REI trail portion of the park. It's a couple roads before the main entrance of the park. Gravel road that goes back to the parking lot, which is also all gravel. No restroom at this location. Very neat trail that goes along the river. Trail is well marked. Lots of lush foliage and some flowers. There were quite a few birds, such as herons and ducks, and we even saw a snake.
Several paths around the park. Beautiful river and super playground. Nice place for a stroll in the forest, and even with designated camping areas around the park.
Great place to walk in the woods and get the feeling of being in the woods in the middle of no where, and still be able to get home in 15 minutes. The park is also huge so even when the parking lots are packed you won’t have people on top of you.
This park is built along the west bank of Scioto River, with access to the river, woods and prairie. I especially like the suspense bridge that connects the north part of the park to the south, the watch tower where you can see Columbus downtown, and several overlook decks. The park is bordered by a highway and some major roads so could be a little noisy, but overall, a great place for you and your pets 🐶 to enjoy the outdoors.
