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We believe Columbus, central Ohio, and the state of Ohio are all underrated when it comes to getting outdoors. Columbus Navigator covers everything from parks and trails to weekend escapes in the Hocking Hills and beyond.
Ready for a day of lazy river floating on one of the most stunning rivers in Ohio? The Mohican River is calling.
Scioto Audubon’s climbing wall is closed indefinitely for repairs. Here’s what we know and where to climb instead.
An Ohio-based conservation group is racing to protect 2,770 acres of wilderness bordering New River Gorge National Park before the land goes to public auction on June 30.
Bank Run Metro Park’s new event center is officially open, complete with lodges, trails, concerts, and the return of the giant slide.
Lake Erie Canopy Tours opens May 1 with zip lines, adventure courses, kayak rentals and more outdoor fun near Geneva-on-the-Lake.
Bank Run Metro Park is opening soon in Columbus, transforming the former Hoover YMCA site into a new space for events and nature.
New Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired cabins are now open at Jesse Owens State Park. Celebrate the grand opening April 24.
Here’s where you can see bald eagles Athena and Apollo nesting off Dublin Rd, with peak viewing from February through June.
I think we could all use a list of beautiful places to take a moment and enjoy the view.
Central Ohio has some absolutely gorgeous waterfalls and the spring is the perfect time to see them in all of their glory.
Located in a scenic nature preserve, Inniswood Metro Gardens offers 123 acres of gorgeous, natural inspiration.
The cherry blossom season is a brief affair, often lasting just a week or two. Here’s where you can see them in Columbus.
A new 70-acre Metro Park is opening on Columbus’ south side, featuring trails, river views, and a 230-yard obstacle course.
Spring has sprung, now let’s go explore it. Here’s where to head when you’re looking to take the perfect spring stroll.
Discover Ohio wildflowers this spring! From trillium to prairie blooms, explore the best spots for wildflower displays across the state.
ODNR’s Heritage of Freedom Project brings Underground Railroad history to life through new interpretive trails at Ohio state parks.
From hiking, biking, and boating to lazy days spent cozied up in the lodge, there is so much to do at Shawnee State Park.
Who’s ready for spring? Soon, the most beautiful public gardens in Columbus will be teeming with life, and we can’t wait!