Scioto Grove Metro Park
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Scioto Grove Metro Park is a 620+ acre metro park along the Scioto River. The metro park has mature forests and scenic bluffs that overlook the river.
About Scioto Grove Metro Park
The park has several miles of trail, picnic areas, shelters, grills, play areas for kids, and overlook decks. There is fun for hikers, bikers, kayakers, and more. A sledding hill is available in the snowy winter months.
The entire park is pet-friendly. Leashed pets are welcome in all areas of the park.
The park has about 4 miles of riverfront, which is a huge attraction for canoeists and kayakers. The canoeing access can be found at the north and south ends of the park.
There is a fun rope bridge crossing Grant Run Creek on the REI River trail. Below the rope bridge are perfectly placed stones that you can hop across to get back to the other side of the creek!
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I’m a fan of the diversity that Scioto Grove Metro Park provides. It offers a range of experiences, from trails running alongside the river to primitive camping sites and a fantastic playground for the kids. Personally, my favorite aspect is the trails. I enjoy the breathtaking views they offer.
Scioto Grove Metro Park Video
Trails
This metro park has over 7 miles of trails. There are eight total trails here. All trails are rated as easy.
Backpacking
When visiting the park and starting along the trails, we immediately noticed the backpacking areas. They are labeled and provide a picnic table, a gravel-boxed area for your tent, and a grill.
What is neat about the backpacking and camping areas of Scioto Grove Metro Park is that it is perfect for beginners and perfect for those experts who might not want to travel far and have a quick, fun overnight stay! This area along the REI trail is open for reservations online from mid-April through October, weekends only.
Staying at the backpacking camps is free. Many hikers consider this a beautiful, spacious spot to rest overnight. Others said it is a perfect place to test out your hiking gear.
Playgrounds
The playgrounds are unique and also a big drawing point for families. This is not your typical playground. The modern playground is made up of climbing structures and slides. It is perfect for older, more independent kids versus toddlers.
Kids seem to love the unique challenges of the playground at Scioto Grove Metro Park. If you have younger children, there are swings as well.
Archery
Scioto Grove Metro Park offers a 3D archery course. It has 12 form animal targets that archers can practice their skills with. There is a traditional archery range as well. When it comes to bows, all kinds can be used; however, broadhead arrows are not permitted.
Shelters at Scioto Grove Metro Park
The Grove is an indoor facility with a large meeting room and lots of windows. It has a kitchenette, bathrooms, air conditioning, heating, and an outdoor patio.
In addition to the reservable Grove shelter, there are two other shelter areas which are non-reservable. They are Arrowhead Picnic Area, which has three shelters with grills, and Hickory Picnic Area, which has two shelters with grills.
Sledding
During the snowy winter months, there is a sledding hill available for winter fun. This Ohio sledding hill is located by Backpacking Site #2.
Park Map
If you are heading to Scioto Grove Metro Park, we suggest that you save the online map to your phone or print it out to carry with you. This will help you figure out what trails you are on and where you would like to go.
Scioto Grove Metro Park Quick Facts
- Trails
- Archery
- Backpacking
- Biking
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Disc Golf
- Fishing
- Pets
- Picnicking
- Shelters
- Sledding
Where is Scioto Grove Metro Park Located?
- Address: 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, Ohio 43123
- Phone: 614-949-1078 | Website | Facebook
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Location Map for Scioto Grove Metro Park
There are four entrances to areas of Scioto Grove Metro Park on this map.
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