# Scioto Audubon Metro Park Autumn Climbing Wall & Birding Trail > Event for families in the Columbus area (OH). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Sun, Nov 29 · 10:00 AM - Where: Scioto Audubon Metro Park & Grange Insurance Audubon Center, 400 W Whittier St, Columbus, OH 43215 - Ages: All ages (Outdoor climbing wall, nature center, and paved river trails) - Price: Free admission and parking; Free climbing wall access (bring own gear or boulder freely) - Organizer: Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks & Grange Insurance Audubon Center - Official page: https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/scioto-audubon/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/columbus/activities/scioto-audubon-metro-park-autumn-climbing-wall-and-birding-trail--listing-1a4e107b51fe9aa3c517465e ## About Transforming a historic industrial brownfield into a thriving 120-acre riverfront oasis, Scioto Audubon Metro Park combines heart-pumping outdoor recreation with world-class urban birding. The park is renowned for hosting the largest free outdoor climbing wall in the United States, featuring a 35-foot main wall alongside dedicated low-level bouldering sections where children and beginners can safely scramble across autumn stones. Adjacent to the wall, families can explore the Grange Insurance Audubon Center, complete with an indoor interactive discovery classroom, library, and bird observation lounge overlooking the Scioto River. Paved trails meander across revitalized wetlands and connect to a historic water tower observation deck that provides stunning panoramic views of downtown Columbus skyscrapers. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Seamlessly accessible with paved concrete paths linking the climbing complex, dog park, nature center, and riverfront trails. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Grange Insurance Audubon Center offers heated, accessible family restrooms, baby-changing stations, and cozy armchairs in the library lounge. • Age Suitability: All ages; toddlers love the playground and nature center, while older kids, teens, and adventurous parents tackle the bouldering boulders. • Sensory Tips: The climbing zone features active family chatter and encouraging cheers; the Audubon Center and wetland boardwalks offer serene, low-sensory retreats. ## Similar picks in Columbus - [Glacier Ridge Metro Park Wind Turbine Trail & Obstacle Course](https://grassyknees.com/columbus/activities/glacier-ridge-metro-park-wind-turbine-trail-and-obstacle-course--listing-f4120e7eb4afb272789c94b0) — Sat, Nov 28 · 10:00 AM · Glacier Ridge Metro Park, Plain City · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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