Blennerhassett State Park Activities

You may not be able to get to the island by bike, but you can certainly bring one over on the Island Belle Sternwheeler, or rent one on the island. Cover even more ground on the island by bike to discover all the history here.

Blennerhassett Island is a day-use park, but you’re never far from a campground in West Virginia. Try these nearby campgrounds:

 

North Bend State Park
202 North Bend State Park Rd.
Cairo, WV 26337
304-643-2931

 

Cheat Canyon Campground
3405 N Preston Hwy
Albright, WV 26519
304-329-6522

 

Albrights Campground
107-a Pickering St.
Parkersburg, WV 26101
304-329-3626

Blennerhassett has nature walks galore! Come visit this beautiful little island and see all it has to offer in wildlife, history and entertainment.

Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park features a replica Palladian mansion on the island, modeled after the home of Harman and Margaret Blennerhassett, wealthy Irish aristocrats. Over the years, the couple’s mansion gained a reputation for being the West’s most beautiful home. Then, in 1805, they allowed their estate to become headquarters for Aaron Burr’s military expedition to the Southwest, an episode that raised the island to national renown and awarded it a permanent footnote in American history.

Keep the old-timey vibes going and enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride to get the best tour of the scenic island and gardens.

The Blennerhassett Museum of Regional History in Parkersburg boasts three floors of regional memorabilia. From prehistoric weapons to jewelry and odd items— like a “burning glass”— there’s no shortage of curious things to find! While you’re there, visit the gift shop for fine art and crafts.

Fishing is permitted from the banks of the island with proper licenses. West Virginia fishing licenses are available for purchase online.