Facility Alerts and Updates

Find information on alerts, closures and hazards for trails, parks and facilities operated by Columbus Recreation and Parks Department.

Update

This is used to identify general updates at a facility.

Hazard

This is used to advise caution at facilities that are still open.

Closure

This is used to identify facilities that are closed.

All Parks and Trails

Some parks and trails still have debris and damage from the Aug. 11 storm. Our team is out working to clean up after the storm; however, with the extent of the damage, this will take some time. Residents are encouraged to be cautious in parks and on trails – pay attention to any posted closures and warning signs.

Barack Community Center

Closure started on Aug. 11, 2026

Due to storm damage, Barack Community Center is closed. More information will be shared as work continues; find the most recent updates.

Beatty Community Center 

Closure started in August 2024

The investigation concluded that the fire at Beatty Community Center in August 2024 was accidental. We are preparing to begin the cleanup and mitigation process to address the fire and water damage. While the damage was primarily isolated to the gymnasium, we’re using this opportunity to make needed renovations to other areas of the center during the closure. Although it’s too early to provide a specific timeline for the work, we’ve relocated most of our programs to other sites to ensure we can continue serving the community with minimal disruption.

Burning Lake Park (formerly known as Gender Road Park)

Burning Lake Park is not open yet and is still under construction. It is expected to be closed until early November 2026.

Duranceau Park

Closure started on May 25, 2026

The playground at Duranceau Park has been replaced due to unplanned safety concerns. When funding allows, a larger playground will be installed.

Franklin Park

Closure started on June 23, 2026

The Franklin Park Cascades is closed due to a leak in the lower pond. Work will begin shortly to design a solution and fix the problem.

Griggs Park

Closure started in July 2025

The Trabue-Murphy boat ramp is closed until further notice due to uneven subsurface conditions that could cause damage to boats. The department is working to address the issue.

Hilliard Green Park

Sept. 21-Oct. 30, 2026

Resurfacing of the park path will be starting the week of Sept. 21, 2026, and is expected to be completed by the end of October as weather permits. Immediate areas of construction will be closed for safety, and park access may be restricted as work progresses.

Mock Park

April 13, 2026 – End of 2027

Mock Park will be under construction for the Mock Road Connector trail, which will connect Alum Creek Trail to Mock Park and the existing Hudson Greenway Connector. There should be minimal disruptions to ongoing park activity. Construction will finish by the end of 2027.

Nelson Park

Jan. 13, 2026 – Oct. 23, 2026

Nelson Park will be receiving a new playground, and construction crews will be on-site. The outdated playground was removed. The new playground will be installed northeast of the shelterhouse. Park users are to exercise caution and avoid areas fenced off for construction.

Olentangy Trail

Sept. 30-Nov. 12, 2026

Two sections of the Olentangy Trail will be closed for trail repairs this October. One at the Wilma H. Schiermeier Olentangy River Wetland Research Park, which is expected to start on Oct. 5, 2026. The other closure will be at Tuttle Park, which is expected to start on Oct. 19, 2026. Trail notices will be posted physically in advance of closures. This timeline is subject to inclement weather.

Whetstone Park (Columbus Park of Roses)

Sept. 21-Oct. 30, 2026

Resurfacing of the path of the Columbus Park of Roses at Whetstone Park will be starting the week of Sept. 21, 2026, and is expected to be completed by the end of October 2026 as weather permits. Immediate areas of construction will be closed for safety, and access may be restricted as work progresses.