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Parkersburg City Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,464 Google reviews · Running trail in Parkersburg, West Virginia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
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Confirmed from Parkersburg City Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
46.6-acre urban park featuring a swimming pool, multiple sports facilities, picnic sites & trails.
What runners say about Parkersburg City Park
“Playground, pool, tennis, pickle ball, basketball courts, a beautiful fountain, fishing pond, picnic shelters, and local festivals.”
The Parkersburg City Park has always been my favorite go to place to take walks or even just to find a bench and sit with my dog Mandy. It’s a beautiful place all around. I’ve lived here since my early teens and I still don’t have a favorite area of the park, it’s all so wonderful to be in.
Beautiful day for a car show. The park has a lot to do and the restored fountain is incredible. It is well worth the drive from anywhere near or far. Attractions include tennis courts, water park, waking and bike path, amazing restored fountain at entrance.
The park has really come a long way since my daughter's were little. Lots of play ground equipment for the kiddos to enjoy. I nice place to walk. Now that my kids are teens we enjoy playing pokemon go there. The pool is so much better also.
Good place for a brisk walk or jog in the morning. Several locals are "regulars", and will be friendly. As the day goes on, it gets more crowded with bicyclists and drivers, so I prefer the 7-8 AM slot. The fountain has been reconstructed and looks very nice.
Trail conditions & character
“Playground, pool, tennis, pickle ball, basketball courts, a beautiful fountain, fishing pond, picnic shelters, and local festivals.”
“The Parkersburg City Park has always been my favorite go to place to take walks or even just to find a bench and sit with my dog Mandy.”
Plan your run at Parkersburg City Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteparkersburgwv.gov
- Phone+1 304-424-8572
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–11 pm |
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