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Oil and Gas Museum PhotoParkersburg Area Ride (170 miles) Start in Parkersburg, where you’ll ride parallel to the Ohio River on the first leg of this ride before winding your way southeast on scenic State Route 20 toward Clarksburg. If you like Italian food, Clarksburg has several authentic restaurants supported by a large Italian-American population. Afterwards, walk off your meal at North Bend StatePark (just off U.S. Route 50) on your way back to Parkersburg. Once you’re back in Parkersburg, be sure to visit the Blennerhassett Museum, and take the ferry to Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park. Stop by the Oil and Gas Museum to view interesting Civil War artifacts and find out about the early beginnings of the state’s oil industry.

AREA ATTRACTIONS

  1. Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park and Museum
  2. Fort Boreman Civil War Park
  3. Parkersburg Oil and Gas Museum
  4. Ohio River Island National Wildlife Refuge
  5. Marble King Gift Shop
  6. Sistersville Ohio River Ferry
  7. Henderson Hall
  8. Mountwood Park
  9. North Bend Rail Trail
  10. North Bend State Park
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Parkersburg Area Ride Map


North Bend State Park PhotoMountaineer Country Tour (133 miles) Stop at Coopers Rock State Forest for a commanding view of the terrain or catch a wave on the rapids of the Cheat River. Along this ride you’ll also pass through Philippi, site of the first land battle of the civil war. In Grafton, take a break to stretch at Tygart Lake State Park.

AREA ATTRACTIONS

  1. Coopers Rock State Forest
  2. Cheat River Outfitters (Albright, WV)
  3. Shopping and Dining in Kingwood, WV
  4. Philippi Covered Bridge
  5. Adaland Mansion
  6. Anna Jarvis Museum (Founder of Mother’s Day)
  7. Tygart Lake State Park
  8. Grafton National Cemetery
  9. Prickets Fort State Park
  10. Morgantown Area Attractions
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Mountaineer Country Tour Map


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Mountain Rider Rack Card
Mountain Rider Rack Card

West Virginia’s sculpted mountains provide the perfect terrain for the motorcycle enthusiast. Our rolling hills and sweeping curves, combined with the breathtaking mountain beauty, provide a unique riding experience.