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Mailing Address: 2045 Morse Road, Building F-1 Columbus, OH 43229-6693 (614) 265-6453
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Main Feature:
Glacial ponds and marsh. Excellent birdwatching opportunities.
Formed by Wisconsinan glaciation, this preserve consists of marshes, ponds (glacial kettles) and adjacent uplands.
A wide variety of plant species are found here, ranging from water and marsh plants, grasses and sedges to upland trees and shrubs. A buttonbush swamp is located on the south side of the area near Bowden Road.
Pickerington Ponds has been an extremely popular spot for birdwatching-- more than 250 different species of birds have been recorded here over the years.
Location:
Located in Franklin/Fairfield counties approximately 2 miles west of Pickerington on Wright Road. Two viewing areas, one on Wright Road and one off Bowen Road, provide public access for viewing birds.
Metroparks site
RELATED INFORMATION
Nature Preserve Map
Preserve Rules & Regulations
Handicapped Accessible Preserves
Permit Only Preserves
Preserves Open to the Public
Application For An Access Permit
Access Permit Form (pdf)