Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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1.10 km

Adena Mound

Highlight • Historical Site

This mound is one of two single Adena Mounds found in Highbanks Metro Park. It is possible they were used as protective enclosures. Informational signs can be found in the area.

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1.10 km

Highbanks Park Mound I

Highlight • Historical Site

This mound is one of two single Adena Mounds found in Highbanks Metro Park. It is possible they were used as protective enclosures. Informational signs can be found in the area.

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3.71 km

This stretch of trail along the Olentangy River is inside of a Natural Play area within Highbanks Metro Park. Hikers are allowed off-trail in this Natural Play area and can explore the woods and the river's shore.

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8.29 km

Overlook Deck

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This overlook deck has views of Olentangy River and the surrounding woods of Edward F. Hutchins Nature Preserve from 100 feet above the forest floor.

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14.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.71 km

4.85 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.84 km

4.92 km

938 m

524 m

476 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

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Highbanks Park Mound I

Olentangy River

Overlook Deck

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