The best parks & outdoor spots in Columbus

3 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Bicentennial Park

Parks & Outdoors

With the Scioto Mile Fountain right there and a riverfront stage that keeps free fitness classes and live music rolling, Bicentennial Park…

233 S Civic Center Dr

“With the Scioto Mile Fountain right there and a riverfront stage that keeps free fitness classes and live music rolling, Bicentennial Park is the midweek reset you forgot you needed. Grab a friend, breathe a little, and let the city soundtrack do the rest this week.”

From the Columbus newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Junction Park

Parks & Outdoors

Fenced park featuring a splash pad plus an ice rink in the colder months.

4390 Lancaster Ave (Obetz)

“Fenced park featuring a splash pad plus an ice rink in the colder months.”

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Blackburn Park

Parks & Outdoors

Leisurely park featuring basketball hoops, a tennis court and a playground.

263 Carpenter St

“Leisurely park featuring basketball hoops, a tennis court and a playground.”

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