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Welcome to the Worthington Parks and Recreation Department! We serve the greater Worthington area through a variety of recreational programs and services. The Parks and Recreation Department also manages over 221 acres of developed and natural park areas.
Mission Statement
It is the mission of the Worthington Parks and Recreation Department to enhance the quality of life in the Worthington community through the proactive development and operation of comprehensive facilities and program services.
Goals
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To teach skills
To provide successful experiences
To enhance children's character development
To provide safe and well-maintained facilities
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Today the park system is over 200 acres with 13 parks. The new Worthington Community Center was built in 2002 and the Griswold Center was completed in 1993. These two indoor facilities provide programs for preschoolers through senior citizens. The Department provides approximately 250 recreation programs each quarter.
18. Skate Park: Olentangy River Parklands, 600 W. Wilson Bridge Rd.
City of Worthington Park Rules:
Our parks are for the use and enjoyment of all. Please respect our policies and each other to allow for a safe and pleasurable experience.
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Parks are open during daylight hours only unless otherwise posted or with a special permit obtained through the City.
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Illegal, inappropriate and destructive conduct will not be tolerated. Please respect other park visitors.
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Weapons (including firearms, air rifles, fireworks, sling shots, and other explosive devices) may not be carried or discharged within park or playground areas. Throwing stones or other missiles is also prohibited.
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Alcohol and drug use, possession or intoxication is prohibited.
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Pets need to be under the reasonable control of their owner or other qualified person. All pet waste must be immediately disposed of into trash receptacles. Doggie waste disposal bags are available at some parks.
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Commercial services, entertainment, exhibition, solicitation or distribution of written material is prohibited unless a special permit is first obtained.
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No person shall make or kindle an open fire except in a grill provided for that purpose.
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No motorized vehicles or any kind (including mini-bikes and go-carts) are allowed to operate in City parks other than in designated parking areas.
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The City of Worthington began planning for recreational pathway along the Olentangy River in 1975. By 1977 this Class 1 bike path was completed and also featured grassy open spaces, two neighborhood play areas, and neighborhood sports fields. In 1981 the Olentangy Tennis courts were added and in 2006 the path was extended an additional mile and now ends at Worthington Hills Park. For a map of these and other recreational paths in Worthington and Central Ohio, please click on the links to the right.
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Family Swimming - Only $3 / Person
Children under 3 and Community Center Passholders are admitted at no charge.
| Friday |
Dec. 19 |
6:30-9:00pm |
| Friday |
Jan. 23 |
6:30-9:00pm |
| Friday |
Feb. 13 |
6:30-9:00pm |
| Thursday |
Feb. 19 |
5:00-8:00pm |
| Saturday |
Feb. 21 |
9:00am-Noon |
| Friday |
Mar. 6 |
6:30-9:00pm |
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Winter Farmers Market
Saturdays, January - April
Griswold Center
777 High Street
Enjoy shopping for fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables interspersed with flowers, plants, homemade foodstuffs, and various other arts and crafts that vendors have for sale in the Griswold Center's Town Hall.
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