City of Columbus Parks Letter A
Some of the parks listed by the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department may not yet have dedicated web pages with full amenity lists and exact addresses published online.
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Columbus City Parks: 422 Parks and 14,000 Acres of Urban Green Space
Columbus is home to one of Ohio’s best urban park systems, featuring hundreds of parks, miles of scenic trails, and dozens of nature preserves to discover.
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Spring Hiking Gear Giveaway 2026
Enter to win a REI Trail Pack, Hydration System, and Trail Snack Box valued at $150! Open to US residents 18+. Drawing May 1, 2026.
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Shallenberger State Nature Preserve
Shallenberger State Nature Preserve in Lancaster, Ohio: ancient Black Hand sandstone formations and forested trails. Hike through 300 million years of geology.
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Boch Hollow State Nature Preserve
Boch Hollow State Nature Preserve, Ohio: 607 acres of forested hills, ponds & riparian corridors near Hocking Hills. Quieter trails, less crowded. Trail guide.
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Neil Armstrong Boyhood Home: Walking Tour & Visit
Neil Armstrong's Boyhood Home in Wapakoneta, Ohio — a private residence honoring the first man on the moon. Visit the historic neighborhood and his story.
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Mount Craig: Hiking Guide & Trail Overview
Mount Craig in NC rises to 6,647 feet — the second-highest peak east of the Mississippi. Hike this challenging summit via Mount Mitchell State Park. Guide.
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Nelson-Kennedy Ledges vs. Hocking Hills vs. Little Rocky Hollow
Comparing Nelson-Kennedy Ledges, Hocking Hills & Little Rocky Hollow — three of Ohio's top gorge hikes. Find your perfect trail match with our complete guide.
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Comparing Backpacking Pouch Meal Brands
Comparing Mountain House, Good To-Go, Backpacker's Pantry & Peak Refuel backpacking meals. Tested on Ohio trails — taste, prep time, nutrition & value rated.
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Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park
Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park in Portage County, Ohio: 3 miles of trails from easy loops to rugged rock scrambles through dramatic sandstone ledges.
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Hiking Ohio Updates 2026: New Trails & Changes
Hiking Ohio Updates 2026: new trails and destinations added beyond Ohio. State parks, national sites & hidden gems explored with photos, maps & trail guides.
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City of Columbus Nature Preserves
City of Columbus Nature Preserves — visiting all 25 of Columbus's urban nature gems. Trail guides, directions & what to expect at each preserve. Hiking guide.
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