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Woodside Green Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 584 Google reviews · Running trail in Gahanna, Ohio · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Woodside Green Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Park with a natural play area and other playgrounds, plus picnic areas plus baseball fields and trails, as well as canoe, kayak and fishing spots.
What runners say about Woodside Green Park
“This is the closest park to the house where I grew up and it is still well maintained and a great place for families.”
“Very scenic along Big Walnut Creek with baseball fields, a basketball court, a large pond to fish, shelter house, playground, restrooms and plenty of parking.”
“The moist bottomland habitat along Big Walnut Creek has a diverse mix of wildflowers and wetland vegetation such as toad shade, dutchman's breeches, buttercups, and many more.”
“The playground and green areas make it family-friendly, while the scenery keeps it enjoyable for anyone looking to escape for a bit of fresh air.”
A nice little park nestled behind a neighborhood. There is a lake and a great play area for kids. A basketball court as well as baseball diamond. Great place for a jog or bringing little ones.
We have only ever come in the mornings, and it is never busy. It is beautiful and relaxing. It seems real fun for the kiddo as he likes to climb and run around. We also enjoy going to the creek as well. We haven't done the paths yet. Plenty of areas of shade and seating. Bathroom facilities are present as well.
It's been years since I've been until recently, the boot camp addition is amazing and the park is still beautiful with a decent playground area and long walking trails that connect to another park, my only reason for not 5 stars is the severe lack of parking especially during little league baseball season.
This park is a hidden gem. I went birding several times this spring but the wild flowers kept distracting me from the birds. It is clean, well maintained, and abundant with wildlife and beautiful woodland habitat. The bluebells were sensational.
Trail conditions & character
“The moist bottomland habitat along Big Walnut Creek has a diverse mix of wildflowers and wetland vegetation such as toad shade, dutchman's breeches, buttercups, and many more.”
“Very scenic along Big Walnut Creek with baseball fields, a basketball court, a large pond to fish, shelter house, playground, restrooms and plenty of parking.”
“Very scenic along Big Walnut Creek with baseball fields, a basketball court, a large pond to fish, shelter house, playground, restrooms and plenty of parking.”
“Very scenic along Big Walnut Creek with baseball fields, a basketball court, a large pond to fish, shelter house, playground, restrooms and plenty of parking.”
“Great outdoor play area, paved paths for biking, play area, pond for fishing, creekside wooded trails, basketball and baseball field.”
Plan your run at Woodside Green Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitegahanna.gov
- Phone(614) 342-4250
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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