Metro Parks tram rides are a great way to enjoy our local parks. Some tram rides are ride/hike/wade-in-the-creek programs. Some give you a chance to just sit back in your seat and enjoy nature.
The Fall 2009 schedule includes fall foliage, deer, coyotes, creek exploring and more. Most programs are for people of all ages, but a few are only for people aged 50 and older. Many are wheelchair accessible -- call (614) 508-8111 for more information about accessibility.
For information about a specific program below, go to Metro Parks registration. Select the date, and then choose TRAM from the drop-down program menu.
For more outdoor fun, check out Parks in Columbus and the Commit to Be Fit Metro Parks Hikes Schedule.
Fall 2009 Metro Parks Tram Schedule
Nature by TramEnjoy fall flowers and other seasonal changes.
When: Sep 13
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 1 p.m.
Cost: free
Nature by Tram
Enjoy fall flowers and other seasonal changes.
When: Sep 13
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Cost: free
Senior Exclusive Tram Ride: Let's Eat This program is limited to people over 50.
Ohio's Native Americans and pioneers used many local plants as food and medicine. Learn about them as you ride through the park.
When: Sep 16
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 11 a.m.
Cost: free
Night Tram
The park doesn't go to sleep at night...Check it out with the rangers.
When: Sep 19
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: free
Blacklick Creek Celebration
Ride the tram, catch-and-release creek critters, fish printing (I really have no idea what this is), and more.
When: Sep 26
Where: Blacklick Woods Metro Park
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Cost: free
Almost Full Moon Tram Tour registration required
There's something special about moonlit fields and forest...Find out on this 4-mile tram ride.
When: Oct 3
Where: Blacklick Woods Metro Park
Time:registration required
Cost: free
Park Tram Tour
The tram will make continuous loops through the park.
When: Oct 4
Where: Blacklick Woods Metro Park
Time: 1-3:30 p.m.
Cost: free
Autumn Splendor
Looking for a local fall foliage tour? Here it is.
When: Oct 10
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Cost: free
Autumn Splendor
Looking for a local fall foliage tour? Here it is.
When: Oct 10
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 3 p.m.
Cost: free
Autumn Splendor
Looking for a local fall foliage tour? Here it is.
When: Oct 11
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Cost: free
Autumn Splendor
Looking for a local fall foliage tour? Here it is.
When: Oct 11
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 3 p.m.
Cost: free
Hike & Ride: Deer
Deer come out at dusk. Hunt for them on this ride-hike combo.
When: Oct 11
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: free
Senior Exclusive: Canopy of Color This program is limited to people over 50.
Wildflowers and leaves -- Fall at its most brilliant.
When: Oct 14
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 11 a.m.
Cost: free
Night Tram
The park doesn't go to sleep at night...Check it out with the rangers.
When: Oct 18
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: free
Tram Trek
Hear about -- and see -- Slate's Run's fields, forests, and covered bridge as you ride through the park.
When: Oct 31
Where: Slate Run Metro Park
Time: 3 p.m.
Cost: free
Halloween Tram Ride
There really are spiders, bats and coyotes to be seen on this season-flavored tram ride...and there's a cozy campfire at the end.
When: Oct 31
Where: Slate Run Metro Park
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: free
Tram Trek
Hear about -- and see -- Slate's Run's fields, forests, and covered bridge as you ride through the park.
When: Nov 1
Where: Slate Run Metro Park
Time: 2 p.m.
Cost: free
Chasing Tails
Deer -- The program is about white-tailed deer. Ride the tram and see how many you can spot.
When: Nov 7
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Cost: free
Hike & Ride: Coyotes
The tram will make continuous loops through the park.
When: Nov 8
Where: Three Creeks Metro Park
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Cost: free