Parks Near Columbus, Ohio
Discover scenic Ohio landscapes near Columbus, from stunning gorges to peaceful prairies and unique rock formations.
Popular Parks Near Columbus
Hocking Hills State Park
55 miles from Columbus
4.8
State Park
Highlights:
- Old Man's Cave
- Waterfalls
- Hemlock forests
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
130 miles from Columbus
4.6
National Park
Highlights:
- Brandywine Falls
- Scenic railroad
- Towpath Trail
Mohican State Park
70 miles from Columbus
4.5
State Park
Highlights:
- Clear Fork Gorge
- Canoeing
- Covered bridge
Popular Activities
- Hiking
- Waterfall viewing
- Canoeing
- Scenic trains
- Photography
Best Times to Visit
- Spring for waterfalls
- Fall for colors
- Summer for canoeing
Driving Tips
- Hocking Hills parking fills very early
- Cuyahoga scenic train books up fast
- Weekdays are much less crowded
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