Glacier Ridge Metro Park

Glacier Ridge Metro Park is located in Plain City, Ohio, just outside Dublin. Glacier Ridge has 1037 acres that make up this metro park.

About Glacier Ridge Metro Park

Glacier Ridge Metro Park is a 1037-acre park that is made up of 4+ trails and 1 challenge course.  Along with the trails and challenge course, there is also a dog park, a Disc Golf course, and a large playground as well. 

Glacier Ridge was formed more than 12,000 years ago when glaciers retreated from the area. Visitors to this metro park can enjoy so much. We like to think it’s a one-stop destination for the entire family! It has an extensive playground and climbing system for the kids. It has lots of trails, shaded, sunny, paved, and fine gravel for running, walking, biking, and more. 

Visit Glacier Ridge Metro Park

There is a fun challenge exercise course for fitness enthusiasts, a very large dog park that extends into a wooded area for your pup! Want to give disc golf a try? Glacier Ridge has got you covered!

There are many areas to picnic, from open sunny picnic tables to covered shelters. The shelters are not reservable but do offer a grill.  So pack a lunch and stay all day!

Both sections of the Metro Park have bathrooms and water fountains. 

Glacier Ridge Metro Park Video

Trails

There are five trails at Glacier Ridge, one of which is a bridle path.

Ironweed Trail

• 2.8 miles | Easy | Hike | Bike | Paved | ADA

Ironweed Trail is an easy hike or bike trail. Pets are welcome on the Ironweed trail. It is paved, ADA accessible, winds through woods and fields, and leads to the second location called “Honda Wetland Education Center.”

Challenge Course

• 0.5-miles | Challenge | Pets

Challenge Course at Glacier Ridge is a .5 mile, 3-acre challenge course for exercise buffs as well as families just wanting to have some fun. The Glacier Ridge challenge course features 12 stations. Pets are welcome in this area. Challenge course participants can crawl through course tunnels, climb ropes, go over logs, and more. It is a fun experience.

Marsh Hawk Trail

• 2.3-miles | Easy | Hike | Bike | Pets | Paved | ADA

Marsh Hawk trail is a 2.3-mile trail that is a paved easy hike/bike trail. Pets are welcome on the Marsh Hawk trail. It is ADA-accessible and winds through woods and fields.

Red Oak Trail

• 0.8-miles | Easy | Hike | Dirt

Red Oak trail is a 0.8-mile easy hike/walk. It passes through a beautiful old forest. 

Savannah Trail

• 5-miles | Horseriding | Cross-Country Skiing | Dirt

This is a 5-mile horse riding grass and dirt trail. This trail loops through the woods and fields. This trail is available for cross-country skiing when conditions permit.

Dog Park

The dog park at Glacier Ridge Metro Park is 2.5 acres. It features an open field and a wooded area for dogs to explore! It also has a dog drinking fountain and a paved path. The park is open to dogs of all sizes. 

Wind and Solar Learning Center

You can learn about wind and solar energy while at Glacier Ridge. The park features a 7.5 kW wind turbine and two 1.2 kW solar arrays that connect to the grid of the local electrical cooperative. The electricity generated is used to power the public restroom and shelter. 

More Activities and Facilities

• Disc Golf
• Natural Play Area
• Obstacle Course 
• Non-Reservable Shelter
• Observation Decks
• Restrooms

Where is Glacier Ridge Metro Park Located?

• Address: 9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, Ohio 43064
• Phone: 614-216-8859 | Website | Facebook

Location Map for Glacier Ridge Metro Park

Let’s Visit Glacier Ridge Metro Park!

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While you are in Central Ohio, you might like to visit the historical Ohio Village in Columbus. Other great Metro Parks include Clear Creek Metro Park and Prairie Oaks Metro Park.