Battelle Riverfront Park

I had the opportunity to take a stroll through Battelle Riverfront Park along Scioto Trail while having some time to kill at a convention. This park has so much history to see and learn about. We ended up reading and spend a short time in this park and expected to walk a lot further. The park has a lot of green space to sit relax and take the park and it’s scenery in from the view of the river to sculptures, monuments and more. You can also find runners or people cycling along the trail here as it is wide and peaceful. This park is in a great area of Columbus being in downtown and the arena district along the river. It is an easy walk or bike ride from many places and the area felt very safe. We easily could have spent more time here and wish we had. We said if we are ever back in Columbus and spend more time exploring the history in this park and along this trail some more.

We first discovered this tranquil spot at a rest area in Ohio, where a picture of the Scioto Mile caught our eye. The boardwalk by the river looked inviting, so we decided to take a stroll before dinner. The evening ambiance was enchanting, perfect for families to relax on picnic chairs or blankets spread out on the grass. While our visit was accompanied by loud music, I could see the potential for peaceful days. The large concrete boardwalk is ideal for biking (which are available for rent). A few kayakers were enjoying the calm river. A picturesque cantilever bridge adds to the scenic beauty of the area. I highly recommend this peaceful riverside escape.

This is an awesome place for family and couple. Nice promenade and kid play arena. A majestic suspension bridge and overall great place. The stadium and eateries are right opposite to the promenade. Had a good time.

Beautiful park along the Scioto Mile.This park is the one that I remember the most from the 1980's. I'm not sure but I think the Santa Maria was in this area.

The riverfront park is as the name suggests, in front of the river. It is part of the Scioto Greenway which connects a series of parks on the lake together with a footpath. This park has a firefighter memorial with an eternal flame. The area between the River and the District Court has other memorials and historical markers. It was a nice area to walk around and does have a few things to read and look at.