Enjoy Both Wine And A Waterfall On This Awe-Inspiring Adventure In Central Ohio
By Beth Price-Williams|Published May 13, 2021
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Ohio’s brimming with fun destinations that promise memorable moments, whether we’re heading out on a road trip or filling the tank for a leisurely day trip. When you journey from Wyandotte Winery to Hayden Falls, both in Columbus, you’ll need only a single tank of gas, a camera (if you want to document your day), and a sense of adventure.
The trek from Wyandotte Winery to Hayden Falls takes approximately 22 minutes if you follow the shortest route that measures 18.5 miles. Google Maps also offers two other routes between the pair – both of which have a travel time of around half an hour – so you can choose which of the three you prefer.
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Embrace relaxation as you sample wines, and maybe grab a bite to eat, at Wyandotte Winery, which boasts the motto, “You enter a customer, but you leave a friend.” The popular winery has been creating friendships since it opened in 1977.
The winery offers both (limited) indoor and outdoor patio seating, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy one of the wines on the menu. All of Wyandotte’s wines are made on-site at the winery.
Choose from such favorites as Apple Hill, Sweet William’s Sweet Red Wine, White Rose, and Statehouse Cabernet with a merlot blend. Once you return home, you can also purchase wines and wine cakes from the winery’s online shop.
Wyandotte Winery also offers a light menu of light bites and pizza, perfect for pairing with your wine. If you’re feeling a bit adventurous, try one of the popular wine slushies, or order a pitcher of sangria.
Along with its sister winery Rockside Winery, Wyandotte Winery offers membership to its popular wine club. Benefits include free tastings, discounts, and members-only events.
After toasting your visit to Wyandotte Winery, climb in the car for the short drive, about 20 minutes, to Hayden Falls, nestled in Griggs Reservoir Park. The waterfall is easy to access by a short walking path that tallies .03 of a mile.
However, make sure you’re wearing sturdy shoes that do well on slippery surfaces. Although the trail to the falls leads you along a boardwalk, it can sometimes get slippery, especially after a rainfall or a snowfall.
To reach the base of Hayden Falls, stroll down a set of stairs, which are on the steep side and will take you to the cascade’s base and absolutely stunning views. The stairs, which number around 50, make the base of the waterfall inaccessible for those with strollers and in wheelchairs.
Your best bet is to visit after a recent rainfall; otherwise, you might arrive to find the waterfall dry. When it’s running, Hayden Falls tumbles down 25 and boasts a crest of 10 feet.
If you’re up for a bit more exploring after admiring the waterfall, you’ll find a full menu of activities at Griggs Reservoir Park – biking and driving trails, a disc golf course, and wildlife watching Learn more on the official website of The City of Columbus.
Are you ready for a day of adventure as you sample some of the best wine in Ohio at Wyandotte Winery and drink in sensational views of Hayden Falls? Make planning your trip even easier by plugging your address into Google Maps. Discover a ton of other fun adventures, too, just waiting for you by following Only In Ohio on Facebook and by signing up for Ohio’s daily newsletter.
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