Visit Darby Creeks Region

07/27/2022

A concept introduced by RAPID 5 and Realm imagines a way to promote and protect the natural spaces of the Darby Creek region.

Enhanced transportation networks can further connect to existing villages and towns, thereby strengthening their economic positions. Restoration of degraded waterways and enhancing preserved natural features can connect visitors to nature throughout their journey of unique experiences.

02/06/2022

The Dayton Adventure Summit will be on Saturday February 12 learn more below or on the Five Rivers MetroParks page.

February 12, 20229am – 7:30pm Wright State University Student Union The Region’s Premier Outdoor Adventure Exposition Thousands of outdoor enthusiasts will converge on Dayton, Ohio: The Outdoor Adventure Capital of the Midwest for a weekend of outdoor skill, culture and experience. Join them, an...

12/13/2021

Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks invite you to explore the winter wonderland of Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park and all the Metro Parks. If you visit all 18 parks participating, you earn a special walking stick.

Read about all the Winter Hikes at
https://www.metroparks.net/blog/metro-parks-49th-winter-hike-series-kicks-off-in-december/

Join us for Metro Parks 49th Annual Winter Hike Series. Hike under the Twinkling Lights in December, start the New Year with New Traditions in January and Wa...

11/02/2021

The Camp Chase Trail is in Franklin and Madison counties, this 15.2 mile rail with trail is a perfect connector to London, Columbus and Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park .
Rail-trails are known for being mostly flat because trains couldn't go up steep hills.
The only steep section on the Camp Chase Trail is on the east side of the Darby Creek where the trail is not along the railway. The 2020 addition of the ravine trail through the woods is paved and meanders somewhat to help with the traverse.

Camp Chase Trail Going east from the Wilson Road Trailhead (located between 3145 and 3670 Wilson Road SE, West Jefferson, OH), the Camp Chase Trail runs for 3 miles in Madison County and then another 13.2 miles in Franklin County where it terminates at the Scioto Greenway Trail. Along the way it pas...

10/17/2021

The RAPID 5 challenge is now underway until October 30.
Sign up at https://www.rapid5.org/challenge

The form asks for the total number of activities, so keep track and have fun!

10/14/2021

It is time for the 2021 RAPID 5 Trail Challenge. The dates are Saturday October 16 to Saturday October 30.
To participate in this two-week challenge, you can bike, hike, paddle, run, walk, or name your own activity in any park or trail in one of the RAPID 5 Corridors shown in the attached image. The 5 are the Big Darby Creek, Scioto River, Olentangy River, Alum Creek and Big Walnut Creek.
You can earn prizes based on the number of completed recreation activities and there is a special shirt for doing at least one activity in all 5 river areas.
Learn more about how to track/report your activities, prizes available and the post-challenge party details at https://www.rapid5.org/challenge