When snow covers Central Ohio, Columbus parents all have the same question: Where should we go sledding? Good news – Columbus has no shortage of great sledding spots, especially within our Metro Parks system. Whether you’re looking for a gentle hill for toddlers or something steeper for big kids, these are the best sledding hills in Columbus to bookmark for your next snow day.
Quick reminder: Sledding is weather- and conditions-dependent at all Metro Parks. Always check park updates before heading out.
Northwest Columbus
Highbanks Metro Park
9466 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, OH 43035
Two sledding hills in the Big Meadows Picnic Area, one for children age 10 and younger.
Northeast Columbus
Sharon Woods Metro Park
6911 Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43081
Features two sledding hills, one of them a bunny hill for small children. Entrance is a short distance north of the main park entrance.
Central Columbus
Quarry Trails Metro Park
2600 Dublin Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
The sledding hill is across from the mountain bike area.
Scioto Audubon Metro Park
400 W Whittier St, Columbus, OH 43215
A sledding hill is available between the bocce courts and the obstacle course.
Southwest Columbus
Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park
8465 Alkire Road, Galloway OH 43119
Scioto Grove Metro Park
5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH 43123
A sledding hill is available for winter fun near to Backpacking Site #2.
Southeast Columbus
Blacklick Woods Metro Park
6975 E Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
Located at the golf course.
Walnut Woods Metro Park
6723 Lithopolis Rd, Groveport, OH 43125
A low hill in the Buckeye area provides just the right slope for young kids to enjoy sledding.
Quick Sledding Tips
- Dress kids in waterproof gear (snow pants = non-negotiable)
- Bring helmets for younger children, especially on steeper hills
- Skip sledding when hills are icy
- Pack extra gloves – always
Save this list, share it with a friend, and keep it handy for the next snow day!
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