Immerse yourself in the spirit of West Virginia at Curtisville Lake and Campground. There you can explore 695 acres of Appalachian forests and fish or boat on the 30-acre lake. Take the scenic drive through Mannington to get to a well-kept secret of solace.
Nestled in the outskirts of Fairmont, deep in the heart of Mannington, lies Dents Run Wildlife Management Area. Well known for its excellent hunting and fishing opportunities, it also offers a haven for nature photographers, birdwatchers, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone seeking solitude.
Marion County may be small in size, but it's filled with hiking opportunities at all corners of the county. One minute you’re standing in a vast wooded area with unmarked trails and the next you could be starting your hike with rushing waterfalls in the distance.
The fall season sure is somethin’ else in West Virginia. Cool, crisp weather, pumpkin patches and corn mazes, not to mention the beauty that becomes Marion County when the leaves turn to golden yellows, oranges and reds.
Pricketts Fort was strategically built in 1774, overlooking the confluence of Prickett’s Creek and the Monongahela River.
To see the main falls, drive all the way down the hill, and park in the gravel lots. Walk across the bridge for this truly amazing sensory experience.
Discover a West Virginia county with an Italian-Appalachian holiday flair. Marion County, West Virginia is an Italian-American epicenter beloved by locals yet virtually unknown to Italians and Americans alike. Italians immigrated to Fairmont, West Virginia because it reminded them of home.