The Top 20 Attractions in Franklin County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Franklin County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Franklin County is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 12, 2025
The Olentangy River reaches 97 miles from Morrow County through Delaware County to Columbus, where it meets the Scioto at Confluence Park. Originally called "Keenhongsheconsepung," meaning "sharp tool river," settlers …
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The Hoover Reservoir Park (area) offers over 4,700 acres of peaceful and serene landscape just North of Columbus. The park and lake provide guests with a range of recreational activities …
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Alum Creek streches 58 miles until it drains into the Scioto River. The creek porvides drinking water source for Westerville, and historicly 2,000 years ago, the Adena built mounds along …
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The Antrim Lake Deck serves as a viewpoint overlooking the calm Antrim Lake. It's important to note that the lake prohibits boats and swimming, but this also makes the lake …
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This 22-mile trail is one of the most important cycling routes in Columbus, connecting neighborhoods and Ohio State University to some of the city's best attractions: Natural areas, historical sites, cultural areas, and more.
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Easy access over the river on the way to the rail trail. You’re on roads for a bit with the cars but it’s marked for the bike route and not much traffic on them.
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Alum Creek Trails travels along one of Columbus's most scenic river corridors. Sections of the trail are also designated as part of the Ohio to Erie Trails and U.S. Bicycle Route 50.
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The Camp Chase rail trail cuts close to wide, placid Darby Creek here. If you follow the trail north it'll actually cross the creek on a bridge, then continue to the west.
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The Camp Chase Trail is a 16-mile rail trail connecting Madison County to Columbus, Ohio, and forms part of the Ohio to Erie Trail and U.S. Bicycle Route 50. Starting …
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Ohio Stadium, nicknamed "The Shoe," hosts Buckeye football games, concerts, and events, with a record attendance of 110,045 set in 2016. A guest host called a "Redcoat" can take fans behind the scenes of Ohio Stadium.
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