Outdoors & nature · nature center

Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park

Expansive nature park with bison pastures, hiking trails, and creek access.

4.8 (3786 Google reviews)FreeAges 2+Outdoor
  • hiking
  • nature
  • bison
  • stroller ok

1775 Darby Creek Dr, Galloway, OH 43119, USA

What locals say

Insider tip 📍 Battelle

Battelle developed mask sanitizing systems that have significantly reduced PPE shortages in Ohio, helping to save lives during the pandemic.

Overheard on r/Columbus · 11 upvotes

Insider tip toddler 📍 Battelle Darby Nature Center

Features a living creek with fish/turtles, animal fur touch station, magnet wall, and coloring room. Open daily until 5 or 7 PM.

“A living creek inside with fish/turtles/salamanders, a room to feel the fur of wild animals”

Overheard on r/Columbus · 9 upvotes

📍 Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park

Visit to see the bison herd in the park.

“Battle Darby has bison”

Overheard on r/Columbus · 8 upvotes

📍 Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park

Features an indoor nature center with a live stream; highly recommended for families.

Overheard on r/Columbus · 3 upvotes

📍 Scioto Darby Metro Park

Features a paved trail that is easy for toddlers to walk on.

“Scioto Darby has a paved trail so it’s easier for littles to walk on”

Overheard on r/Columbus · 1 upvotes

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