Here in Ohio, our metro parks are home to some pretty impressive hidden gems. From abandoned castles to tree tunnels, you never know what you’ll find in an Ohio metro park. Scioto Audubon Metro Park in Columbus is actually home to the largest free outdoor climbing wall in the country. If you’re looking for something fun and unique to do outside, this lovely park makes a great day trip destination.
Welcome to Scioto Audubon Metro Park, a hidden gem in central Ohio that simply doesn’t get enough attention.
T W/TripAdvisor You’ll find it along West Whittier Street in Columbus.
Covering 6,100 square feet and reaching up to 35 feet high, the rock wall is one of the park’s most impressive features.
Scioto Audubon Metro Park/Facebook The best part? It’s totally free of charge to climb here.
The main climbing wall features three towers and two arches. There are also 10-foot boulders that kids can climb.
Scioto Audubon Metro Park/Facebook Note: Climbers are required to bring their own harness. There are four auto belays.
Bouldering, top rope and lead climbing is available here and climbers must be at least 13 years old.
T W/TripAdvisor Note: Climbers ages 13 - 16 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information about climbing wall policies, visit the metro park’s website.
Nearby, you’ll also find some pretty epic playground equipment for younger children to enjoy.
DawgExplorer/TripAdvisor You can visit Scioto Audubon Metro Park daily from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. in April - September and from 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. in October - March.
To stay up to date on park policies, events and other information, follow Scioto Audubon Metro Park on Facebook!
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Have you ever rock climbed at Scioto Audubon Metro Park? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!
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You’ll find it along West Whittier Street in Columbus.
Scioto Audubon Metro Park/Facebook
The best part? It’s totally free of charge to climb here.
Note: Climbers are required to bring their own harness. There are four auto belays.
Note: Climbers ages 13 - 16 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information about climbing wall policies, visit the metro park’s website.
DawgExplorer/TripAdvisor
You can visit Scioto Audubon Metro Park daily from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. in April - September and from 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. in October - March.
For more rock climbing adventures in Ohio, check out our previous article: The Ultimate Canyon Adventure In Ohio Most People Don’t Know About.
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Address: Scioto Audubon Metro Park, 400 W Whittier St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
