Walk by the water

Located along the Scioto River in downtown Columbus is the lovely Battelle Riverfront Park. (http://recparks.columbus.gov/Parks/Parks_58.asp) Tonight when our family decided to go for a walk, we discussed many wonderful possibilities before finally settling on a stroll by the river.

We found parking on the street in the Arena District (http://www.arenadistrict.com/) and wandered toward the water. (Since it was Sunday we didn't even need change for the parking meter.) Along the way, we walked under the massive Union Station arch left over from days gone by when the railroad carried many passengers into our wonderful city. (To see the arch go to: http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WM3EXV.)

Walking through the long and narrow grassy park behind the arch, we continued toward the water. Crossing the road, we entered North Bank park, saw a ground hog and a wedding party and continued on our way leaving both undisturbed. (For information on North Bank Park go to:http://recparks.columbus.gov/Parks/Parks_185.asp.)

We followed the path along the Scioto River and enjoyed a beautiful view of both the water and the Columbus skyline. As an added bonus music floated across the water from a nearby festival and a slight breeze made the evening absolutely perfect.

Eventually we headed back to our car. Happy and refreshed. Better for the walk together. If you are near downtown Columbus, come enjoy our Waterfront. If you can't quite make it our way, find somewhere delightful to explore near your own home.