Parkersburg
About 29,000 people.
Parkersburg sits where the Little Kanawha River meets the Ohio River and has a rich history in oil, gas, and river trade. Its charming downtown is full of historic buildings.
Take a boat to Blennerhassett Island to see a grand mansion and ride a horse-drawn wagon, or splash and play along the pretty riverfront.
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Blennerhassett Island
A short sternwheeler boat ride takes families to a green island with a rebuilt 1800s mansion, walking paths, and horse-drawn wagon tours.
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Historic Downtown
Downtown Parkersburg is lined with old brick buildings, a lovely riverfront park, and the Oil and Gas Museum that tells the town's story.