Weekend Getaway Guide: Parkersburg, West Virginia, Parkersburg, West Virginia

Located just across the Ohio River, Parkersburg welcomes Midwestern road trippers to 鈥渁lmost heaven鈥� 鈥� the state of West Virginia. As John Denver sang, West Virginia is home of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Shenandoah River, and plenty of country roads.

For those of us driving there through Ohio, Parkersburg is perfectly positioned as a road-trip destination. As the third-largest city in West Virginia, Parkersburg has historic sites, museums, and outdoor activities that will easily fill your weekend itinerary.

In this post, I鈥檒l share a little of the history that makes a visit to Parkersburg so fascinating. Then I鈥檒l highlight the top attractions, culinary establishments, and hotels, so you can plan your own weekend getaway in Parkersburg, West Virginia.

As you roam around Parkersburg, you鈥檙e likely to notice one name popping up over and over again 鈥� Blennerhassett.聽The Blennerhassett family鈥檚 story is one you are more than likely to hear during your trip, especially if you visit Blennerhassett Island. And, I do recommend that you visit. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: Weekend Getaway Guide: Parkersburg, West Virginia
Guide Location: USA » Parkersburg
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Erin Klema
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