Ariel-Foundation Park

Category: Park in Mt Vernon, Ohio

Address: 10 Pittsburgh Ave, Mt Vernon, OH 43050, USA

Phone: +17405019293

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–11PM

Monday: 7AM–11PM

Tuesday: 7AM–11PM

Wednesday: 7AM–11PM

Thursday: 7AM–11PM

Friday: 7AM–11PM

Saturday: 7AM–11PM

Reviews

Rick Morgan

Oct 26, 2022

Has a tower to climb up alot of steps but veiw is great nice lake a good place to walk

James David

Oct 21, 2022

Would have been better in the summer and start of fall They just need more bathrooms

Marlene Plichta

Oct 10, 2022

Beautiful Park!Great place to walk! Swigs and beaches threw out the park to sit and watch the Geese and fisherman.

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Questions & Answers

Is this a trail for strollers or kids wagons

Cierra Doane | Oct 30, 2018
Bill Johnson | Oct 30, 2018

What Emily and John said. Nice paved trsils, easy access, plenty of parking. The tower does not have an elevator,so you'll probably want to skip that.

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Can any body fish at the park

Rueben Miller | Oct 30, 2018
Kayce Bonnette | Oct 30, 2018

Yes. As long as you have a valid Ohio fishing license, a visitors fishing license, or are under the age of 16. As long as you are following ODNR fishing rules and regulations, then yes anyone may fish within the park.

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Are the grounds dog friendly?

Mark Wagner | Oct 29, 2020
Sara EagleSpirit | Oct 29, 2021

Yes, as long as your fur baby is on their leash. Plus, please pick up after your baby too! 😊

Is there electric plug ins at the picnic pavilion?

Paula Butz | Oct 30, 2019
Ariel-Foundation Park | Oct 30, 2019

There are at the two largest pavilions - First-Knox and Kiwanis. You are not allowed to plug in certain items at events, such as roasting pans, that will trip the breakers. For additional details, call the reservation specialist at 740-501-9293.

It looks like a fun place, What's the story of the blue glass that was placed like water?

D. A. | Oct 30, 2019
Carrie Haver | Oct 30, 2019

The glass is called call it and was left over from the process that Pittsburgh plate glass used to create the glass. That process was called the Penn Vernon process or also the ribbon of glass and so this element of the park was created to reference that and is called the river of glass. It will be redesigned and refurbished in 2020.

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Are there grills at this park?

Gertrude Mast | Oct 30, 2019
Fred Mayville | Oct 30, 2019

There are no public grills in the park

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Can we do any metal detecting ???

Edie Carpenter | Oct 30, 2017
Jake Woodruff | Oct 30, 2018

I would say so. Your going to find alot of metal since the old factory was leveled there. I would say that the city and or arial wouldnt be too fond of people digging up the ground though. They soend a fortune on grounds keeping.

Is this a free park? I know that sounds weird but some places I've been have charged.

Renee Dennis | Aug 30, 2022
Rick Smith | Aug 30, 2022

Yes, it's free. They also have free concerts on occasion.

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Are you allowed to take any of the glass?

Charlene Weaver | Oct 29, 2021
Ariel-Foundation Park | Oct 29, 2021

No, I'm afraid not. It is on display to honor the Park's industrial heritage.

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Are there trails for ATV's and other vehicles?

Dan Bridavsky | Oct 29, 2020
greg quick | Oct 29, 2020

Walking trails only, no ATV trails.

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Is this where the little river band is performing tonight...8-15-20?

Lenny Stover | Oct 29, 2020
Ariel-Foundation Park | Oct 29, 2020

Little River Band was planned to be at the Music and Arts Festival but it was cancelled.

Where are the tubs from Foundation Park? Please bring them back so the cats have a place to go!

A Google User | Oct 29, 2020
Ariel-Foundation Park | Oct 29, 2020

The park has nothing to do with the tubs. They were there about three weeks ago and we have not moved them.

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What happened to the tubs that the cats stayed in? The cats are still there but no shelter. I am worried.

A Google User | Oct 29, 2020
Zarah Oliver | Oct 29, 2020

So sad poor cats!!!

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May my birdwatching group be taken on a tour of the park by a guide?

Mary Keller | Oct 30, 2019
Ariel-Foundation Park | Oct 30, 2019

Hello, Mary. Yes, this is a possibility. Please contact Megan, our reservation specialist, at 740-501-9293 and talk to her about your request. Carrie and/or Jody should be able to take you on a tour, depending on if you are looking for more historical information, nature information, or both.

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I'm wondering which pavilion is reserved for the James and Francis reunion?

Paula Butz | Oct 30, 2019
Ariel-Foundation Park | Oct 30, 2019

That is correct. You would need to call the park's reservation line at 740-501-9293.

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Is it open to the public for kayaking

Richard Hoaeae | Oct 30, 2019
Carrie Haver | Oct 30, 2019

Yes, it is. In fact, we offer beginner kayak adventure courses every other Saturday through Sept. 1. And of course the new launch makes it really easy to get on/off the water.

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Is there a place to camp for a couple nights for free? I heard there was but dont want to try and get into trouble

Dustin Thompson | Oct 30, 2019
Babalameh Sumareh | Oct 29, 2021

Kate.Liz

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Is alcohol allowed at the events?

Mindy Jones | Oct 30, 2019
Ariel-Foundation Park | Oct 30, 2019

Hello, Mindy. We serve alcohol at most of our events. The only alcohol allowed is what you can purchase at our events and it is to be kept inside the fenced area of the event center. If it is not our event (i.e. a private wedding reception or fundraiser event held by someone else at our venues), it varies.

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What is candle light your tonite

Sue Brooks | Oct 30, 2019
Ariel-Foundation Park | Oct 30, 2019

Tonight, from 5:30 to 7, we have caroling, singing, refreshments and a candle luminary display at the Park. Park at the clock house.

Are there grills?

James Rowlen | Oct 30, 2019
Shirley Morrison | Oct 30, 2019

They are by the lake

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Is the fishing closed this weekend for goose hunting?

Beth Southard | Oct 30, 2019
Ariel-Foundation Park | Oct 30, 2019

Goose hunting is only until 1 pm.

Are canoes able to be used on foundation Park lakes?

Jerry Rodden | Oct 30, 2018
Marlene Plichta | Oct 30, 2018

I have seen them on the lake.

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I was recently down at the ponds when my son spoted a Orange/white fish, anyone know the species?

Amy Meyer | Oct 30, 2018
Shirley Morrison | Oct 30, 2018

Probably a carp

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It says free camping. Can u camp there?

Jennifer Palmer | Oct 30, 2018
Rachel Garven | Oct 30, 2018

According to their official website you cannot. They do however allow fishing, with permit and have many activities throughout the year offered. They will host the fireworks on the 4th as well as several outdoor free concerts and exercise classes.

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Can I fish at night

Brian B | Oct 30, 2018
Bill Johnson | Oct 30, 2018

It closes at night.

I am currently in Hilliard Ohio visiting my family and I like to know where I can buy bulk glass the size of basketball ??? Of different color it would mean a lot to me to have a bit of my past to take back thank you much Rex Simms .

Rex Simms | Oct 30, 2018
Peter Zbasnik | Oct 30, 2018

Rex as far as I know Ariel park is just the remnant of the old glass factory repurposed to make a park.

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When is the adult fishing dourby

Timmy Needles | Oct 30, 2018
Cora Tomblin | Oct 30, 2018

I believe it's in may of every year

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How much is it to put color on the tower

zarie martin | Oct 30, 2018
Danielle Dorsey | Oct 30, 2018

Think it's 10$ but not 100% sure

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Who is going to be at Foundation Park tonight and what time?

Owen Hat | Oct 30, 2017
Royce | Oct 30, 2017

Ohiolina on Sept 16th

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