The Top 20 Lakes around Columbus
Looking to visit the best lakes around Columbus? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Columbus’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 9, 2025
Hoover Reservoir Park
Highlight • Lake
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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Antrim Lake Deck
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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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Bench with view of pond at Portman Park
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This 92-acre park has a rain garden, picnic tables, athletic fields and some woods. It also serves as the trailhead for the Blacklick Creek Trail.
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Thoreau Lake
Highlight • Lake
Thoreau Lake is a small lake within Walden Waterfowl Refuge. This area has a bird blind observation building for birders to admire the many bird species of the area. Visitors …
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Heron Pond
Highlight • Lake
Heron Pond is a small fishing pond in Columbus, Ohio. There are shady spots along the grassy banks, benches, picnic areas (with grills), and porta potties. It can be a …
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