Standing Boy Creek State Park
About
1,580 Acres on Lake Oliver
Standing Boy Creek State Park is a 1,580-acre property along the shore of Lake Oliver in northern Columbus, managed by the City of Columbus through Standing Boy, Inc. (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit). The trail network is one of the largest single-track systems in the Columbus area.
Family Programs
Self-guided outdoor recreation across the trail system. Programs include:
- Over 30 miles of single-track trails
- Mountain biking and hiking
- Wildlife viewing and Lake Oliver shoreline
- Trail running
What's Included
- Parking pass required
- Trailhead parking
- State park pass NOT valid here (separate pass)
Experience
Best for active families with kids 8+ who can handle longer trails. Bring water and bug spray in warmer months. Better for second or third visits once kids are comfortable with woodland trails.