Highbanks Metro Park
Lewis Center, Ohio
Cross Country Ski and Hike
Highbanks is appropriately named for its massive 100-foot high shale bluffs that tower over the Olentangy State Scenic River. Tributary streams cutting across the bluff have created a number of deep ravines extending into the eastern part of the park. Ohio and Olentangy shales, often containing outstanding examples of large concretions, are exposed on the bluff face and sides of the ravines. This area has been designated a National Natural Landmark.
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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Lewis Center, Ohio
- Head north on 2nd St toward Franklin St (10 ft)
- Turn left onto Franklin St (253 ft)
- Turn right onto 1st St (318 ft)
- Turn left onto Lewis Center Rd (1.0 mi)
- Turn left onto US-23 SDestination will be on the right(3.4 mi)
From I-270, take U.S. 23 north about 3 miles. Entrance is on the left, just before Powell Road.
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