State Parks Near Parkersburg, West Virginia
13 state park units lie within 50 miles of Parkersburg, including 8 parks across the line in Ohio. The closest is Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, about 1 mi west of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park1 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 4of 13 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 137 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 1pets allowed
State parks near Parkersburg, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Parkersburg; driving distance is usually longer.
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park
Things to do include historic sites, biking, fishing, and hiking. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park →North Bend State Park
Popular activities here are off-highway vehicle riding, boating, swimming, biking, and fishing. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites with electric hookups and tent sites. Roofed lodging includes cabins and lodge rooms.
Hours, fees and rules for North Bend State Park →Forked Run State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including RV sites, group camping, and showers. There are also cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Forked Run State Park →North Bend Rail Trail
The park supports off-highway vehicle riding, horseback riding, biking, fishing, and geocaching. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for North Bend Rail Trail →Strouds Run State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including RV sites and group camping. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters.
Hours, fees and rules for Strouds Run State Park →Muskingum River State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Muskingum River State Park →Burr Oak State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 6 camping areas, with RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Burr Oak State Park →Jesse Owens State Park
Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Jesse Owens State Park →Wolf Run State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: 5 camping areas, including RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Wolf Run State Park →Blue Rock State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 7 camping areas, with RV sites, group camping, and equestrian camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Blue Rock State Park →Tu-Endie-Wei State Park
Things to do include historic sites and geocaching. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Tu-Endie-Wei State Park →Lake Hope State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 5 camping areas, with RV sites, group camping, and showers. Roofed lodging includes cabins, lodge rooms, and camper cabins or similar shelters.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Hope State Park →Cedar Creek State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, boating, swimming, biking, and fishing. The official site lists about 14 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Cedar Creek State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Parkersburg
- Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park 1 mi west · Campground listed
- North Bend State Park 17 mi east · Campground listed
- Forked Run State Park 17 mi southwest · Campground listed
- North Bend Rail Trail 19 mi east · Campground listed
- Strouds Run State Park 27 mi west · Campground listed
+ 8 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Parkersburg
- North Bend State Park 17 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Forked Run State Park 17 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Strouds Run State Park 27 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Burr Oak State Park 33 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Wolf Run State Park 37 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 2 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Parkersburg
- North Bend State Park 17 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Parkersburg
- North Bend State Park 17 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Forked Run State Park 17 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Strouds Run State Park 27 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Burr Oak State Park 33 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Wolf Run State Park 37 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 3 more in the list above
Hiking near Parkersburg
- Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park 1 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- North Bend State Park 17 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- North Bend Rail Trail 19 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Cedar Creek State Park 44 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
Fishing near Parkersburg
- Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park 1 mi west · Fishing listed
- North Bend State Park 17 mi east · Fishing listed
- North Bend Rail Trail 19 mi east · Fishing listed
- Cedar Creek State Park 44 mi southeast · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Parkersburg
What is the closest state park to Parkersburg?
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park is the closest, about 1 miles west of Parkersburg in a straight line. Next are North Bend State Park and Forked Run State Park.
How many state parks are near Parkersburg?
13 state park units are within 50 miles, and 4 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Parkersburg have camping?
13 parks list camping, the nearest being Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, North Bend State Park and Forked Run State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Parkersburg?
Yes, at 1 park, including North Bend State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Parkersburg?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Athens, OH30 mi west
- Near Zanesville, OH54 mi northwest
- Near Clarksburg, WV63 mi east
- Near Charleston, WV63 mi south
- Near Lancaster, OH65 mi northwest
- Near Coshocton, OH71 mi north
- Near Wheeling, WV72 mi northeast
- Near Newark, OH73 mi northwest
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.