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Fun awaits in Grove City, no matter what way you like to play.

By Jamie Rhein

Heritage Cycles

On Wheels

On Wheels

Grove City Skate Park

Whether you prefer to do tricks or take a more leisurely ride, ramps, rails, and boxes offer skateboarders plenty of room to hone skills and show off. Spectators welcome!

Heritage Cycles

The go-to for everything bicycles. In addition to bike sales and repairs from a quick tune up to an overhaul — this one-stop shop offers guided bike rides, skateboards, and biking accessories.

Skate America

Lace on roller skates or roller blades for family-friendly fun at Skate America. Arcade games with prizes and a snack bar round out the retro fun for all ages.

In Nature

In Nature

Keeping it Reel

Cast a line while you camp at Scioto Grove Metro Park or take a day trip to Rotary Lake to get your daily catch. Pay to play at Big Cat’s PayLake.

Trapper John’s Canoe Livery

Trade land adventures for water ones. Canoe and kayak trips along the State and National Scenic Big Darby Creek can be booked for either one to two hours or a full day. During the summer season, book special trips like Big Darby at Dusk and Pet Days.

Circle S Farms

Enjoy seasonal festivities, as well as fresh fruits and veggies. Summertime visits from mid-July to mid-August promise beautiful blooming sunflower fields. No matter your age, you’ll love the Fall Fun Days, where hayrides, corn mazes, and pumpkin picking help you get in the spirit of the season.

LVL Up Paintball Park

Big Thrills

Big Thrills

The Big Bounce

Jump for fitness and jump for fun! This trampoline park open jumps, teen nights, fitness classes, and toddler time. Join in on a dodgeball game.

REI River Trail

Explore, hike, and camp on one of the only REI sponsored trails in the midwest. While there, traverse the suspension bridge that spans over the Scioto River.

LVL Up Paintball Park

36 acres make this a paintball destination with scenario and X-Ball. Walk-in open play happens each weekend. Rentals

See The Show

See The Show

Little Theatre Off Broadway

Experience the magic of a live theatre treat. Comedies and musicals are audience favorites.

Ask A Local

Ask A Local

Kim Conrad is the Director of Parks and Recreation in Grove City. She shares what you need to know about pickleball – a badminton, tennis, and ping pong combo – which has become a popular part of the Grove City public park scene.

WHEN DID THE FIRST PICKLEBALL COURTS COME TO GROVE CITY?

We first opened the six pickleball courts, now available at Windsor Park, in 2020.

WHAT MAKES PICKLEBALL SO POPULAR?

The appeal is that truly any age and ability can participate. The sport is very inclusive.

WHAT LEVEL OF ABILITY DO YOU NEED TO PLAY?

Because our main focus is public fun, it runs the gamut. We have a lot of people who enjoy hitting the ball around and don’t care how well they do, while some play at a higher level and are competitive.

WILL THERE BE MORE COURTS TO LOOK FORWARD TO?

Yes! When the seven pickleball courts open at Beulah Community Park, hopefully in spring of 2023, Grove City’s courts will more than double.