Recreation in Fairmont, West Virginia

State Parks

Prickett's Fort State Park 304-363-3030
Route 3, Box 403, Fairmont, WV 26554
Two Miles Off I-79 at Exit 139
This rustic log fort was carefully reconstructed to resemble the 1774 original that occupied this site. Located within the compound are 16 cabins, a meeting hall, and... more info map
Valley Falls State Park 304-367-2719
Route 6, Box 244, Fairmont, WV 26554
Exit 137 Off I-79, 310 South, Follow signs
This state park was once the site of a lumber and grist mill community and is now a 1,145 acre park. The 12 and 18 foot falls are the centerpiece of the park. ... more info map
Watters Smith Memorial State Park 304-745-3081
P.O. Box 296, Lost Creek, WVStanding as a memorial to the pioneer spirit of Watters Smith, who settled here in 1796; this 532-acre historical park includes an interpretive farm museum, a swimming... more info

Curtisville Lake 304-363-7037
Curtisville Pike (Route 7), Mannington, WV 26554
This beautiful 30 acre lake is surrounded by 695 acres with hiking and picnic areas. It is managed by the Marion County Parks and Recreation Commission. more info map

Mary Lou Retton Youth Park / Rail Trail Access 304-363-7037
Off of Mary Lou Retton Drive and Old Monongah Road
Named after the 1984 Olympic Gold Medalist from Marion County, this park is made up of 25 rolling acres. Facilities include four baseball fields, a football field,... more info map

Shinnston Sports Center 304-592-9815
315 Pike Street, Shinnston, WV 26431
Located 10 Miles Southwest
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M & M Billiards 304-592-5684
51 Bridge Street, Shinnston, WV 26431
Located 10 Miles Southwest
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Fairmont Bowling Center 304-366-0631
1 Kirk Way Drive, Fairmont, WV 26554
Downtown Fairmont
With its 24 automated lanes, this bowling center offers league bowling, open bowling, and "cosmic lite bowling." In addition, they feature a snack bar and lounge, eight... more info map

Green Hills Country Club 304-287-7439
P.O. Box 3, Everson Road, Fairmont, WV 26554
Scenic rolling fairways and undulating greens are the draws for this 18-hole golf course. Beginners as well as the experienced golfer will enjoy the par seventy,... more info map

Marion County Trail (MCTRAIL) 304-363-7037
Morgantown Avenue
Perfect for a short walk, this packed limestone two and one-half mile trail goes from Fairmont to Pricketts Fort State Park. There are two access points -- one at ... more info map
Ralph S. LaRue/ West Fork River Trail 304-363-7037
Between Fairmont and Shinnston, WV
This former rail line has been converted into a popular local hiking trail that is now a 14.5 mile packed limestone trail that meanders along the West Fork River. ... more info map