nearby area attractions
Blennerhassett Hotel
This historic hotel, located back on the mainland in Parkersburg, is a luxurious historic hotel that offers guests a relaxing place to stay. The hotel offers a package that includes a boutique room at the hotel, a sternwheeler ride to Blennerhassett Island, a horse-drawn carriage ride, a tour of the mansion, passes for the history museum and more. Call 304.422.3131 for more information.
Oil and Gas Museum
Located in Parkersburg, this nationally recognized museum presents the intriguing history of the oil and gas industry, including how the accumulation of wealth from oil impacted West Virginia’s statehood. The museum also has expanded displays on the Civil War and other local industries.
Henderson Hall
Located in Williamstown, Henderson Hall is a living legacy to the pioneers and patriots who walked its halls through an unbroken chain of five generations. The house, grounds and Henderson family cemetery is designated the Henderson Hall Historic District and is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.
City of Parkersburg
Located at the North Bend Rail Trail’s western point, the city of Parkersburg has an Art Center, coffee shops, bakeries, old fashioned diners, shops and the Blennerhassett Museum for all visitors to enjoy.
North Bend State Rail Trail
North Bend Rail Trail stretches 72 miles across north-central and western West Virginia. This wilderness path takes travelers across 36 bridges and through 10 tunnels and is part of the 5,500-mile American Discovery Trail, which spans the length of the United States. The trail has become one of the most renowned recreational trails through the Appalachians.
North Bend State Park
North Bend State Park offers many recreational activities, including fishing, hiking, biking and horseback riding. Water recreation and boat rentals also are available at the park’s 305-acre lake.
This historic hotel, located back on the mainland in Parkersburg, is a luxurious historic hotel that offers guests a relaxing place to stay. The hotel offers a package that includes a boutique room at the hotel, a sternwheeler ride to Blennerhassett Island, a horse-drawn carriage ride, a tour of the mansion, passes for the history museum and more. Call 304.422.3131 for more information.
Oil and Gas Museum
Located in Parkersburg, this nationally recognized museum presents the intriguing history of the oil and gas industry, including how the accumulation of wealth from oil impacted West Virginia’s statehood. The museum also has expanded displays on the Civil War and other local industries.
Henderson Hall
Located in Williamstown, Henderson Hall is a living legacy to the pioneers and patriots who walked its halls through an unbroken chain of five generations. The house, grounds and Henderson family cemetery is designated the Henderson Hall Historic District and is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.
City of Parkersburg
Located at the North Bend Rail Trail’s western point, the city of Parkersburg has an Art Center, coffee shops, bakeries, old fashioned diners, shops and the Blennerhassett Museum for all visitors to enjoy.
North Bend State Rail Trail
North Bend Rail Trail stretches 72 miles across north-central and western West Virginia. This wilderness path takes travelers across 36 bridges and through 10 tunnels and is part of the 5,500-mile American Discovery Trail, which spans the length of the United States. The trail has become one of the most renowned recreational trails through the Appalachians.
North Bend State Park
North Bend State Park offers many recreational activities, including fishing, hiking, biking and horseback riding. Water recreation and boat rentals also are available at the park’s 305-acre lake.