Updated May 22, 2025
From swings and slides to climbing walls and zip lines, parks and playgrounds keep kids active, provide great opportunities to meet old friends and make new ones, and best of all, it's a FREE way to get the kids out of the house!
This Macaroni KID Parkersburg Community Guide covers parks and playgrounds in the Mid-Ohio Valley and includes the cities of Belpre, Beverly, Devola, Lowell, Marietta, Mineral Wells, Parkersburg, St. Marys, Vienna, Vincent, Walker, Williamstown and the surrounding areas. Did I miss a park or playground? Let me know by emailing me at karinnee@macaronikid.com.
Belpre
Civitan Park is the largest park in Belpre. It features accessible bathrooms, three playgrounds, a riverfront view, band stand, two picnic shelters, a walking track, four little league baseball fields, one high school and pony league baseball field, basketball, tennis courts, an updated swimming pool and river boating access. Civitan Park is the home of well-loved community events like Belpre Homecoming and the the 2025 Mid Ohio Valley Multi-Cultural Festival.1508 Blennerhassett Ave, Belpre, OH 45714
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Depot Park is a small park featuring a walking trail, two picnic shelters, and a playground with a slide and a basketball court. 618 Depot St, Belpre, OH 45714
Beverly
At Beverly's Dodge Park you will find a playground, multiple gazebos, picnic tables and a public restroom. This small village park is open from dawn to dusk and you can rent the gazebos and picnic shelters for birthday parties. 4 OH-339, Beverly, OH 45715
Devola
The Devola Playground is located between the pool and pavilion of the East Muskingum Civic Association's recreational grounds. The grounds feature a pool, playground, pavilion, tennis court, basketball court, and two ball fields. 820 River Road, Devola, OH 45750
Lowell
Buell Island Park is Washington County's only park located on an island. It has a pool, five baseball fields, four shelters, a playground, a half-mile walking track, horseshoe pits and the historic Strait Run School. Buell Island park is home to Lowell's Springfest and Octoberfest 300 Main St, Lowell, OH 45744
Marietta
Flanders Field Park is a small playground featuring two baseball courts and one baseball and softball field. 215-201 Fearing St, Marietta, OH 45750
Indian Acres Park offers a boat ramp, baseball fields, skate park facilities, and a bike path.147 Linwood Ave, Marietta, OH 45750
Parkersburg
Parkersburg City Park, is a large community park with a bandshell, playground, splash park and pool, basketball and tennis courts, picnic shelters, and pond. It is the home to community festivals and the Cooper Log Cabin Museum also known as the Henry Cooper House. 1920 Park Ave., Parkersburg, WV 26101
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Southwood Park is located on the south side of the city and offers a wide range of amenities and recreational opportunities for visitors of all ages including, a playground tennis courts basketball courts walking trail public pool water slide and softball field. 1812 Belmont Rd #1700, Parkersburg, WV 26101
St. Marys
Belmont Recreation Area is a small recreation area with a park with a paved walking trail, a basketball court, and tennis courts. 506 WV-2, Belmont, WV 26134
Pleasants County Park is a scenic park in St. Marys offering playgrounds, a seasonal outdoor pool, kayak rentals, bike rentals, an aquatic center, trails, and a scenic wooded environment with a water view. 605 Cherry Street, Saint Marys, WV, 26170
Vienna
Jackson Park offers a variety of activities and playground equipment for kids of all ages. The playground features swings for older kids, numerous slides, a climbing dome, and a spring surfboard. There is also a full-size outdoor fitness area for adults. Nearby amenities include basketball courts, tennis courts, pickleball courts, a pool, a paved walking path, a large shelter with picnic benches, and a wheelchair-accessible workout area. 34th St, Vienna, WV 26105
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Spencer Park, With one small play area and plenty of seating, Spencer Park Playground is the perfect place for a toddler, preschool, or kindergarten playdate. There are two large bench swings, a gazebo, three benches, and a picnic table where you can sit and watch the kids play. 28th St, Vienna, WV 26105
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Williamstown
Tomlinson Park, features a playground with six slides, a tornado swing, seated spinner swings, and a seated merry-go-round. It is next to the Williamstown High School's football stadium and running track and the Williamstown Library. 100 W Seventh St, Williamstown WV 26187
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