Marion’s State Parks

An 18th century fort, waterfalls and more nature than you can imagine. Get outdoors in Marion County.

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A drone view of Pricketts Fort

Living history

Pricketts Fort

Pricketts Fort State Park recreates the 1774 fort and is home to 188 acres that includes the Mon Rail Trail, the Monongahela River, a historic graveyard and special events. The state park also includes the Job Prickett House, a blacksmith shop, an amphitheater, restaurant and visitor center.

Photo of waterfalls and trees

Valley Falls

Mountain bike, kayak, hike or sit by the falls. Part of West Virginia’s Waterfall Trail, this state park offers one of the most accessible waterfalls on the list! And right in front of that waterfall, is one of the coveted Almost Heaven swings.

Waterfall Trail Logo
Almost Heaven Swing Logo

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Morris Park
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Morris Park

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Norwood Park
Outdoors · Things To Do

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Palatine Park
Outdoors · Things To Do

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Outdoors

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Pricketts Fort State Park
History · Outdoors

Pricketts Fort State Park

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Pricketts Fort State Park Bike Rental
Outdoors

Pricketts Fort State Park Bike Rental

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Seth Burton Memorial Disc Golf Course Complex
Outdoors

Seth Burton Memorial Disc Golf Course Complex

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Outdoors

The Dents Run Wildlife Management Area

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Wave Pool
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