We were on a road trip and needed a place to get out and stretch our legs. The park was way smaller than what we expected that is probably a nice nature get away for those who live in the area. We checked out some homeless tents nearby under the bridge. read more

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Very disappointed. There was no waterfall. Maybe it would be better to go after a good rain. read more

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What a hidden gem. I have wanted to visit Hayden Falls Park for a long time. It has been on my list of things to do in the C-Bus. It would almost sadden me if I thought about how long it took me to make this happen, but instead I'm thrilled that I waited until after an extremely heavy rain. We had just gotten over 3 inches of rain in 48 hrs in Columbus. I didn't think of it as we were driving to Hayden Falls but when we arrived we were in awe of the rushing waterfall. I mean it is basically in our backyard and I just had never seen it in person. It was well worth the wait. We took it all in for a long time. The roar of the water and the mesmerizing flow of it. It was truly spectacular. I do want to warn that in colder temperatures (it was around 34* today) the wooden deck does become icy the closer you get to the rushing falls. At least after heavy rainfall. So be careful not to slip. But it was well worth the risk to take it all in. Simply magnificent. read more

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VERY short walk, 5 mins round trip. As long as there is no wedding party taking engagement pics, you can get close to the Fall. No need to go out of the way for it, but pretty cool neighborhood park. read more

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Hayden Falls is a beautiful little treasure. Surprisingly Fall and Winter can be the best times to go. (And after a good rain or snow fall) It may not be a destination for those living out of town but a nice place to take guests that are visiting or for locals wanting a quick escape. Caution watch your step on the steep stairway down to the falls and parking isn't great. If you want a longer stroll with a less stunning falls try Indian Run Falls Park in Dublin. My wife and I are relatively new to town and we love discovering the sights of Columbus it really is a nice place to live. read more

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Beautiful waterfall. We went today, 1/1/2018, and hiked down to the waterfall. It was pretty cool to see it frozen. There is a small area to park and then you walk to the wooden stairs case that takes you to the waterfall. Once down the stairs you forget your next to a highway. read more

What a wonderful little oasis! I've only explored the waterfall part but I'm pretty sure there are some more trails. I would guess so since we saw people on top of the waterfall!! I am not sure that was legal since I saw people almost hanging off the edge. Scary! I really wasn't expecting this in such a busy area. It was a little rough trying to leave the park since the traffic was so bad. It was worth it in my opinion. I am not in the most pristine shape so when I saw those stairs I was intimidated. They were not bad at all though. The whole path is on a deck sort of structure so it was super easy. The waterfall was so pretty. The water was so clean. Everything was just beautiful. It's not somewhere I would go often but you have to visit at least once. The only things I didn't like was the trash and that it was busy. There were random things people threw or dropped. I saw a squirt gun and even a condom wrapper. Ew! They probably need to have it supervised more. I will visit again but not often. read more

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Making urban green spaces accessible can be a double edge sword. On one hand, it is nice to get somewhere without much hassle and it's good that it allows more diverse, in terms of capability, sightseers access; on the other, it loses some of the experience in getting to it. Hayden Falls Park is a great example of this. Fourteen years ago I first found this little known spot when curiosity finally compelled me to investigate the parking lot that seemed to be in the middle of nowhere, beside a seemingly common grove of trees just west of Hayden Run Bridge. Parking there, I saw a pair of teens drop between an opening in the grove. Inspecting closer, I saw a foot-worn trail that descended sharply into a gorg. After carefully listening and confirming that there were not dueling banjos playing, and praying that I was not a character in a James Dicky film, I stumbled down the path which ran very quick. What I found at the bottom was a surprise, something I never would have thought was in Columbus, a waterfall of some 20-plus feet high. This became the place I took friends, communed with nature, or went to think away the blues. Today a wooden staircase is built over the path, taking some of the adventure out of it but allowing seniors, children, and others to experience the falls. Below a wooden walkway takes you to it, winding under foliage. From it you can view wildlife: birds, hawks, frogs, spiders, of all types. Sometime trash can build up here making you sad for humanity. The pool create by the falls can be good for swimming, although park rules may forbid it. I've heard that some have dived off the falls, this is not advised, unless you want to be featured on the TV show, 1000 Ways To Die. Although the built amenities have taken way some of the fun, this is still one of my favorite places in town. read more

Blink and you will miss it; but believe me, you won't want to miss this. Out of no where, there is a parking lot with a park sign - no visible park. Grab one of the like six available parking spots on the side of the road and you will notice a stairway. Trek down the flight of stairs, follow the winding bridge and you will soon discover why they put up a parking lot. Beautiful little nature walk, maybe 1/4 if a mile. At the end, you are rewarded with a waterfall. read more

Pretty crazy to come upon a waterfall driving down Hayden Run Rd. I stopped by with the pup about 2 weekends ago. There are no real trails or hiking there. Just one narrow walk way down to this gorgeous waterfall! We were there on a Sunday afternoon. It was pretty busy. Probably over 35 people in a small area. It entertained the pup and I for a good 8-10 minutes, and then we were pretty much done. read more

This little hidden gem is such a nice surprise in the middle of Columbus. I loved this place before they redid the accessibility aspect of it. You used to have to scale a fence and awkwardly stumble down a steep hill to find the beautiful waterfall at the end. The effort involved to find the place made it seem more special. Now it's just an easy walk down the stairs and along the wooden boardwalk. I guess the convenience is nice though. You will find all kinds of visitors at this small park. In one visit I saw children, middle aged folk with their dogs, teenagers, young couples taking self portraits, and one drunken old man exclaiming how the park used to have caves that got filled in by the ones who built the boardwalk. Pretty sure he was just crazy. read more

Very pretty but VERY short walk! It takes about 3 minutes to walk to the falls and 3 minutes to walk back. Boardwalk was maintained nicely and very beautiful area! read more

We went when it was dry. Would like to go back in the spring when there is water flowing over. It's literally a 4 minute walk from the very small parking lot. There is an upper area look out if u follow the sidewalk up the hill from the parking lot. read more

After driving past the tiny parking lot for Hayden Falls Park a million times, we finally decided to stop and check it out now that we're getting into hiking trails and this was listed on Yelp as such. We discovered a beautiful little waterfall at the end of the boardwalk, but as others have said this is definitely not for someone searching for a good hike/walk. The most "intense" part to get your heart pumping is the stairway leading down to the boardwalk. Besides that, it's basically just a 2 minute walk reaching the falls, and then you're done and you've seen it all. It was certainly a gorgeous sight to see, though, so no regrets. When we visited there were 2 people with professional looking cameras hogging the observance deck and 3 teenagers who had scaled over the railing and climbed up the cliffside to watch the falls, so it seems like people disregard the rules and cautionary tips quite a bit here. One word of advice: be careful going down the stairs on a wet day! It had lightly sprinkled a few hours before we visited and the wooden stairs were slimy and slippery so we had to climb down them super slowly. Overall, lower your expectations if you're looking for a grand park or a good hiking trail, but Hayden Falls Park is still worthy of visiting once and seeing yet another gem Columbus has to offer. read more

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It was a little less of an experience in general than expected. The parking is very very limited, for about 10 cars and you walk down quite a bit of stairs and over a small trail bridge and reach the waterfall. It is small than I expected but very beautiful. It doesn't require a hike or long walk. Great for pictures. read more

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I have been coming here since I was a teenager. Neat place to take out of town guests, one of the only waterfalls around here. In regards to other reviews, there is minor "destruction and damage." Yes, there is a very small amount of trash from families with children walking through on a daily basis. However the "destruction" or very minimal graffiti on extremely high up rocks is from about 3-5 years ago, before the rails were put in and the staircase just brought you down and you walked along the water to the waterfall. This is not an unsafe or unclean area at all. I would recommend to anyone trying to see a pretty site. read more

As a native from Hilliard I went to these falls often as a kid. Before the stair case, it was just a winding path through the woods. Now, as others have said, it is a simple stair case leading right to the main even, the falls. I wish more people would stay on the walk, because there is trash and destruction all over the place where people have strayed off. I see people standing on slippery rocks disturbing the ducks trying to get their selfies. Just stay on the wooden walk people! It is not that hard. Beautiful waterfall if you can view it alone (which is rare). I always see cars here, even late at night. I would advise staying away after dark, it does not seem safe. read more

An impressive little waterfall hidden in a deep crevice just off the road with a boardwalk that lets one enjoy the natural setting with few sign of human interference off the path. The parking lot sign marks it as part of Griggs Nature Preserve, but there is now a hanging sign underneath it properly marking it as Hayden Falls. There are are plenty of established trees--my favorites are the sycamores and buckeyes--and plant-life, and a consistently high density of songbirds, waterfowl--and the occasional hawk--round it out as a great place to visit. I've never seen more than two groups of people on my visits here, and, though houses on the south side are clearly visible at the top of the ridge, it's easy to forget how close it is to civilization. The only thing lacking are benches to sit and enjoy the scene. read more

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What a beautiful, peaceful, romantic walk. Boyfriend wanted to take me down to see the waterfall which was so calming. Only issues is the trash around the area and the boardwalk is very, very slick when it is wet. It was spritzing rain the whole time and my boyfriend slipped down stairs and hurt his back and was laid up for several days. Will go back again when it is dry. read more

What a neat hidden gem just outside of Dublin! You'd miss this if you're not looking, but the tiny parking lot is deceptive. Take the long wooden stairway down away from the road, and you'll find a beautiful slice of preserved nature, highlighted by the waterfall at the end of the boardwalk. It'd be nice if you could walk around the area more, but it's still a nice bit of unexpected natural beauty. Just chill out, watch the falls, listen to the water, and relax. read more

Hayden Falls is a beautiful little park right beside a very busy road. What is amazing is how quickly the outside world fades away as you make your way down the stairs. A wooden walkway leads you back to a gorgeous waterfall! It's a great place to just relax and get away from it all, even if just for a few minutes. As a photographer, I find it especially enjoyable. It can be quite crowded at times which is a testament to how lovely this little park is. I've yet to visit in the fall but hope to change that this year! read more

Hayden Falls Park - Beautiful even when not at full strength...the falls. - Parks Near Me - Dublin, Ohio

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I bet I drove right past this park 100 times without even knowing of its existence. Sure, maybe I saw the sign, but why would I stop? I've got city parks in my own neighborhood, and very few of them are anything special. Well, this one is. Hayden Falls Park feels more like something you'd find inside a national park than in a very suburban part of a major city. After climbing down a couple flights of wooden stairs and walking west through a canyon for a few minutes, you'll find yourself face to face with a real, honest-to-goodness waterfall. Can you believe it? A waterfall, here in Columbus, which has maybe two or three hills to speak of, let alone cliffs. And it's a pretty one, too. There's a nice wooden observation platform that juts out over the pool, or you can just walk right up to it and get soaked if you like. Or, if you prefer a more peaceful experience, the Scioto River looks awfully pretty from the bottom of the stairs. If only there were a bench so you could relax for a while... but this is a pretty primitive "park"... apart from the boardwalk and stairs, there aren't any amenities to speak of... no shelters, benches or wi-fi (j/k). So this probably isn't a place you'll want to hang out all day. But it's worth going, if for any reason, just to quash your incredulity about it actually existing... here in Columbus! read more

A hidden Gem! Easy access, (not wheelchair accessible though) a short walk, Beautiful gorge & waterfall! Well constructed stairs & boardwalk makes this a family friendly walk with nature right here in Columbus! read more

This isn't much of a park or a hike. More like a road side 10 minute pit stop. The falls are impressive, it's still pretty and a fun experience regardless. I was disappointed that there wasn't more to the park because I'm a big hiker and had expected more. Only took one star of for that, not everyone is look for the same things I am so this could be perfect for family with small children or people who just want a quick peek. read more

So this where my then boyfriend proposed to me, so of course it's 5 star. Try to go a day after it rains, the fall will be much more impressive. Stay on the path, homeless people live under the bridge. Which seemed to be normal from what the children said. read more

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Amazing. Almost magical. Definitely a hidden gem. read more

Hayden Falls Park - Parks Near Me - Dublin, Ohio

This is a cute little place in Columbus. It has a nice waterfall and a great view. The walk to waterfall is minimal since it is a boardwalk. Not much to see except the creek wildlife, relaxing view and nice waterfall. read more

The entrance and parking is very small and I know people who were actually blocked in. The hike is on a deck like walking path, not wheelchair accessible. Unfortunately there is graffiti in a few places. The fall itself is beautiful. Even though it says no swimming or wadding in the falls, people are rude and get it it. One girl was in her underclothes (I'm sure of it). Best time to go is when its cool outside, not summer. I trying to encourage a new client to do their elopement there next week. alternativeweddings.org read more

It's very hidden and we passed it so we had to turn around to get to this place but it was a cute small trail and water fall. It was definitely relaxing. read more

I love that there is a decent sized waterfall that is accessible within the Columbus area. I stumbled upon this little gem with my boyfriend and we were both surprised to find it hidden among a major roadway in northwest Columbus. read more

Well hidden! The only way I found it was by putting absolute faith in my GPS! Very small parking lot and the top of the boardwalk is just barely visible from there. NO handicapped access! Long descent for several "floors" and fairly long walk after that, but at the end is a wonderful waterfall in a lush, peaceful setting. read more

It is a fantastic little pocket of wilderness in the middle of the city. Its usually busy during nice weather, so the parking is sometimes tight. Once you're down the steps into the ravine, there is a nice little boardwalk leading to the falls, and the sound from the road drops off. I was there about 8 during the week, and there were still plenty of people there. The only annoyance was finding things people inconsiderately left behind, otherwise, it was a nice park! read more

I go here a few times a year, just to pretend like I have left the city. If you need a dose of Mother Nature and don't have the time to go to alum creek hocking hills Mohican etc... this is a great quick little get away. Parking can be a bit of a pain but most people I watch walk down the path then straight back up from what I have noticed. read more

What an Excellent location! Visited last month with my friends and we enjoyed the walk to the falls. Beautiful greenery all around and clean environment. Highly recommended. read more

The only complaint is that it's small and kinda cramped. But you WILL NOT find a more lovely place in Columbus. It's so serene to watch the waterfall and nice to get away from the world for a bit. Great spot to take pictures too! Try and go during times that it won't be busy, that way you're not shuffled around and feel like you're hogging it. read more

A pretty site within the city limits. Limited parking on warm days (maybe ten spots). Short hike with one set of steps, probably two stories. I envy the nearby homeowners with access to 24/7 waterfall white noise. read more

Hayden Falls Park is a cute little (quite little) park! There's a small parking lot that was pretty easy to get in and out of. The boardwalk to the falls was super short and quick... I was kind of hoping for a little bit of a walk... we were only at the park for maybe 15 minutes. I was not too disappointed though because the waterfall was awesome! I'm glad they've preserved these falls and have made it easily accessible for everyone. Definitely kid-friendly and I highly recommend seeing it at least once! I'd love to go back in the summertime if I'm around the Dublin area! read more

This is one of the reasons I love the HillDub area. This is one of two urban waterfalls in the area. If you have mobilty issues be aware that there is a long set of very steep stairs that must be negotiated. I would like to say to the bone heads that throw litter there to stop it. This place really is a good treasure. read more

Hayden Falls is pretty, but I do wish there was more to it. The boardwalk is great for accessibility, however it limits the experience and can get crowded at times. The opportunity to walk around and explore the beautiful park would be much more enjoyable. It is a nice place for a quick escape. read more

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