We Want to Hear From You!
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department is hosting two public open houses in January 2026 to get your input on the future Linden Green Line! Join us on Tuesday, Jan. 13, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Douglas Community Center for the Linden community, and then on Wednesday, Jan. 14, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Woodward Park Community Center. Light refreshments and activities for children will be available. We hope to see you there!
Linden Green Line
What is the Linden Green Line?
The Linden Green Line is a 58-acre linear park that aims to connect neighborhoods and ecosystems while generating new social and economic benefits. The Linden Green Line will follow 7 miles of former rail corridor spanning the Linden and Northland neighborhoods. Today’s abandoned rail corridor will be transformed into publicly accessible spaces for walking, biking and recreation.
Now entering the design phase, Columbus Recreation and Parks Department and WXY architecture + urban design (WXY) are leading an inclusive, participatory process that invites residents, business owners and community groups to help shape the future of the Linden Green Line.
The development of the Linden Green Line is made possible through funding from the City of Columbus, a federal BUILD grant, and LinkUS funds from the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA).
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Connecting Communities
This transformative project will connect:
- 3,000 businesses
- 19 schools
- 4 community centers, including Linden Community Center
- 10 parks, including Kilbourne Run Sports Park
- 135 miles of regional trails
The Design Team
To further develop the vision and design for the Green Line, the department has hired WXY, a nationally recognized architecture, urban design and planning practice. WXY has partnered with a collective of largely Columbus-based planning, design and engineering firms, including Arcadis Engineering, EDGE Landscape + Planning, EP Ferris, James Lima Planning + Development, Murphy Epson, RAMA Consulting, Lawhon Associates, MAD Scientist Associates, Catalyst and CTL.
Project Area
The Linden Green Line project area encompasses the former rail corridor that runs somewhat parallel to Cleveland Avenue and Westerville Road, along with key intersections, community assets and institutions that are adjacent or nearby. As part of the overall design effort, the team will look at how the Linden Green Line can support community growth, support broader conservation and connectivity goals, and anticipate future needs.
Project Timeline
The Linden Green Line design is currently in development. Over the next several months, community members are invited to take part in a series of workshops, events, and an online survey to share ideas and feedback. Your input will help shape the future design and character of the Linden Green Line.
Note: Below is a general project timeline. As the project design progresses, the timeline will be updated with additional details.
Key Dates
Jan. 13, 2026
A public open house will be held for the Linden community on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This will be held at Douglas Community Center, 1250 Windsor Dr., 43211. RSVPs aren’t required but are encouraged.
Jan. 14, 2026
A public open house will be held for the Northland community on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This will be held at Woodward Park Community Center, 5147 Karl Road, 43229. RSVPs aren’t required but are encouraged.