Metroparks Toledo to Open New Vistula Riverfront Park

The $23 million park will provide public access and amenities along the Maumee River in downtown Toledo.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Metroparks Toledo has announced plans to develop a new 20th Metropark called Vistula along the Maumee River in downtown Toledo. The $23 million park will feature amenities like lagoons, fishing and kayaking access, and will connect to the existing Glass City Metropark via the Riverwalk system, completing a long-term goal to set aside 300 acres of downtown riverfront for public use.

Why it matters

The acquisition of this riverfront property for public use is seen as an important move to preserve access to the Maumee River for Toledo residents, as much of the west shore has been developed for private use. The new Vistula Metropark will complement the adjacent Glass City Metropark and provide more green space and recreational opportunities in the heart of downtown.

The details

The new Vistula Metropark will be located on Water Street between Olive Street and Magnolia Street, north of an existing pickleball facility. It will mirror the design and amenities of the Glass City Metropark across the river, including features like lagoons, fishing access, and space for kayaking. The two parks will be connected by the Riverwalk system, which will cross the Craig Memorial and Anthony Wayne bridges to link to the Middlegrounds Metropark as well.

  • Metroparks Toledo announced plans for the new Vistula Metropark in March 2026.
  • The $23 million park is expected to open to the public later in 2026.

The players

Metroparks Toledo

The public park system serving Toledo and Lucas County, Ohio, which is developing the new Vistula Metropark along the Maumee River.

22nd Century Committee

A local planning group that set a goal years ago to set aside 300 acres of downtown riverfront in Toledo for public park space, a goal that the new Vistula Metropark will help achieve.

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What they’re saying

“Metroparks Toledo's plan for another park in the city is a courageous decision that will pay big dividends for Toledo and Lucas County overall.”

— The Blade Editorial Board (The Blade)

What’s next

The new Vistula Metropark is expected to open to the public later in 2026 after the $23 million development project is completed.

The takeaway

The creation of the new Vistula Metropark represents a significant investment in preserving public access to the Maumee River in downtown Toledo, complementing the existing Glass City Metropark and completing a long-term goal to set aside 300 acres of riverfront green space for community use.