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Stretching along the waterfront from the vibrant Arena District to the natural beauty of the Whittier Peninsula, our riverfront parks connect downtown to the Scioto River through an integrated system of parks, boulevards, bikeways and pedestrian paths.
Late in 2015, the Scioto Mile created 33 new acres of parkland in downtown Columbus. The project, a massive work of environmental rehabilitation, removed lowhead dams from the Scioto River and narrowed the course of the river back to its more natural state.
Stretching along the riverfront from the vibrant Arena District to the natural beauty of the Whittier Peninsula, the Scioto Mile connects downtown to the Scioto River through an integrated system of riverfront parks, boulevards, bikeways and pedestrian paths.
Get ready to experience the grand reopening of the Scioto Mile Fountain at Bicentennial Park this Friday, May 24. With its newly renovated features, including captivating non-interactive water and light shows, there’s something for everyone to enjoy year-round.
The Scioto Mile is comprised of more than 145 acres of lush parkland, fountains, scenic overlooks and a riverfront promenade. Check out all of the parks, locations and events along the Scioto Mile. Downtown Columbus is the heart of Central Ohio and the core of our capital city.
The Promenade stretches along the east bank of the Scioto River, connecting Battelle Riverfront Park and Bicentennial Park along Civic Center Drive. Built upon the former site of the Avenue of Flags, the Promenade features a stone colonnade with shaded swings, park benches, beautiful gardens and tables designed for card games, chess and similar ...
Scioto Mile. 375 reviews. #5 of 309 things to do in Columbus. Parks. Write a review. What people are saying. “ Downtown Columbus' Riverfront Destination ” Jan 2023. A collection of parks and trails along both banks of the Scioto River, it is an urban oasis made up of over 175 acres... Suggest edits to improve what we show. Improve this listing.
