About Goodale Park
Goodale Park offers a spacious, scenic environment perfect for family outings with diverse activities like walking, picnicking, and enjoying nature, making it a great choice for parents looking to engage their children in outdoor activities.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Family picnics and gatherings.Outdoor sports activities like tennis and pickleball.Toddlers: Suitable for stroller walks and observing animals.Children: Great for running around, playing sports, and picnicking.Teens: Opportunities for sports and socializing.
Why families love it
- Large park with plenty of green space for picnicking and play.
- Beautiful fountain with fish, ducks, and geese for children to observe.
- Paved walking paths suitable for strollers.
- Pickleball and tennis courts available for family sports.
- Scenic views of the Columbus skyline and Victorian-era homes.
- Paved paths for easy mobility with strollers.
Insider tips
- Visit during weekdays or early mornings to avoid crowds.
- Bring trash bags to help keep the park clean.
- Check the weather and plan for a picnic near the fountain for a nice view.
Good to know before you go
- Weekends during nice weather due to high crowd levels.
- Areas with off-leash dogs if you have small children.
- Trash was reported around the park, which may affect cleanliness.
- Busy on weekends, which could lead to crowded spaces.
- Crowds
- Busy on weekends and nice weather days; quieter during weekdays.
- Value
- Entry is free, making it a cost-effective option for families compared to paid attractions. No hidden costs reported.
- Food
- No specific food restrictions mentioned, but parents should pack out what they bring.
- Accessibility
- Paved paths are stroller-friendly.
- Safety
- Well-behaved dogs reported, but parents should supervise children around them.
What parents say
"It is a very good place to spend time. I come here very often. You can sit and watch the water coming from the trunk of the baby elephants for hours without getting bored. The place makes you feel good. The ducks will be your entertainers. The park is very big. It has pickleball courts. Good for evening walks. I have seen many photoshoots at this place."
2 months ago
"Stopped to stretch my legs. Lots of people. I lucked out and got a parking spot in the small lot. Tennis courts, nice paved walks, some seating areas throughout, and a beautiful fountain. Great park."
5 months ago
"Always beautiful, but there was trash around and I did my best to clean up what I found. Not the parks fault people are jerks!"
a month ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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