This neighborhood park can be accessed from the Olentangy Trail or from withing the Worthington Estates neighborhood from Highgate Ave.
There are a few playground areas and a big basketball court with a rubber type of flooring.
Bring fishing poles because there is a water area (used to be a quarry) and a dock to stand on while you cast.
There is a covered picnic table area but not much shade in the rest of the playground area.
22 acre eco-friendly park, Henceroth features a wooded nature trail, solar lights, a playground made from recycled materials, and a walk/run/bike path with exercise equipment. The butterfly garden and bluebird boxes add an element of beauty as wel
This park has a wonderful playground, walking paths, and places to go in the woods and creek.
Continue past the Delaware YMCA and you’ll find this park. There’s a HUGE playground and one of the most exciting features is the dinosaur skull slide. Seasonally, there is a dinosaur themed splash pad open and a concession stand. The bathrooms are very clean. There are shaded shelters to sit and eat. You could spend a long time at this park.
In addition to the regal flora and fauna found on the grounds, Jeffrey Park also contains a myriad of amenities; from the Bexley Community Pool, two shelter houses, kayak and canoe equipment and access, playground, outdoor classroom, two tennis courts, a boardwalk along Alum Creek, the Bexley Historical Society and of course Jeffrey Mansion.
Visitors enjoy the area’s only “Boundless Playground”, butterfly garden, a bird watching station and fire pit. Take the opportunity to walk or bike the park’s 1.2 mile paved trail and enjoy a hike through the woods on the hiking trail.
Cool off with the park’s splash pad, which is open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. The Splash Pad is now closed for the season.
Time has been turned back to the 1880s at Slate Run Living Historical Farm. Experience first-hand what life was like on an Ohio farm. As you stroll through the gardens, barns and farmhouse, you will see the farm costumed staff and volunteers going about their daily chores. Pigs, geese, turkeys, Percheron horses and other heirloom animals can be seen.
The gothic revival farmhouse was built in 1856 and restored by Metro Parks for authenticity. Guests can tour the living room, parlor and kitchen and watch the ladies prepare the meals and tend the house. The multi-bay barn was built by Samuel Oman, the fourth owner of Slate Run Farm, and restored by Amish carpenters.
New Playground has been added in Spring of 2019. Follow signs to the Buzzard Roost Picnic Area!
Two separate playgrounds- one for older and younger. Two fun dinosaurs to play on and tennis courts, basketball courts, drinking fountain, and soccer fields.
This playground has been recently remodeled. It has a rubber surface and colorful play equipment for toddlers and older children. There’s a large walking path and some fitness type equipment nearby for adults. It also has a basketball court, sand volleyball courts, a community center, restrooms and a shelter house with grills to rent.
Large green space with a pong and tennis courts along with two separate playgrounds. This park also has a Blue Jackets Play Area!
Emerald Fields is a large park that is completely mulch free (less mess after rainy days). There are several play areas so kids of different ages will find things to keep them busy. It is also designed for children with special needs. There are 2 special needs swings, 2 infant swings and several other swings. The play-structure is very large. There is also a fun structure that plays music, lights up and has buttons to push. You can find this right when you enter the park. There is not much shade at this park, except under the shelter with picnic tables.
McCord Park is 25-acres and located adjacent to the Worthington Community Center. It was built primarily as an athletic complex and is home to various sports leagues and activities. The park features softball fields, a soccer field, basketball court, two playgrounds, tot lot, a Community Garden and a shelter house that includes restrooms and picnic tables.
This playground has just been revamped and reopened recently. There’s a soft rubber surface at the playground with multiple climbing structures. The playground is enclosed with a fence and there are a few trees outside of the fence area to offer from shade. There is inclusive equipment such as ramps and swings that can be used by children of all abilities. On the playground structure, there are several interactive pieces that play music when pressed.
Near the playground are basketball courts, sand volleyball and tennis courts. There’s also a fishing pond and during the winter a hill to use for sledding.
Tennis courts, basketball court, playground, baseball diamonds, gazebo and pond with fountain. A lot of activities take place at this famous spot!
This 34.5 acre park features tennis and basketball courts, a playground, ball diamond and just under one mile of walking trails. There is also plenty of green space, ponds, catch and release fishing, heated restrooms and a rentable, covered shelter.
A smaller park with a vehicle theme. There is a monster truck, a boat, and a train to climb on for your kiddos!
This park offers shade! It has two playgrounds to enjoy. There are swings, a house for imagination and play. It also has bridges to climb on and variety of swings.
Aquatic Center is located here along with tennis courts, soccer fields, shelters and picnic areas.
This is a wonderful community park! It is located in close proximity to the Miller Park Library in a neighborhood. Despite the small parking lot, there is a lot of street parking available nearby. The playground equipment is divided into two areas, one for 5-12 year olds, and the other for the younger kids. There is a small trail with a bridge for bikes!