The best things to do in Mid-Ohio Valley

4 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Route 56 Golf Course

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Whether you’re dusting off the irons or chasing a new personal best, Route 56 Golf Course is a full-service spot with a course built in…

Old Route 56 (Ravenswood)

“Whether you’re dusting off the irons or chasing a new personal best, Route 56 Golf Course is a full-service spot with a course built in 1959, a legit pro shop, weekly leagues for every crew, and the Hole Out Tavern for the post-round recap you swear wasn’t a triple, so make it this week.”

From the Mid-Ohio Valley newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park

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Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park serves up a stately Palladian mansion on a peaceful Ohio River island plus a legit museum of…

137 Juliana St (Parkersburg)

“Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park serves up a stately Palladian mansion on a peaceful Ohio River island plus a legit museum of regional history in Parkersburg, perfect for a low-stress afternoon when you want real stories, leafy views, and that just-right Mid-Ohio Valley reset.”

From the Mid-Ohio Valley newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Fort Boreman Park

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Skip the crowded spots and stretch your legs at Fort Boreman Park, a Civil War fort site with sweeping overlooks of the Little Kanawha and…

Fort Boreman Dr (Parkersburg)

“Skip the crowded spots and stretch your legs at Fort Boreman Park, a Civil War fort site with sweeping overlooks of the Little Kanawha and Ohio rivers. Perfect for a quick midday reset, a sunset pause, or a quiet moment to remember why we live here.”

From the Mid-Ohio Valley newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Planet X

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Planet X brings a galactic laser tag arena and a lineup of arcade games with legit prizes, perfect for quick showdowns with the kids or an…

205 Grand Central Mall (Vienna) · ✓ checked Aug 13

“Planet X brings a galactic laser tag arena and a lineup of arcade games with legit prizes, perfect for quick showdowns with the kids or an after-work reset this week. Rally your crew, suit up, and settle the neighborhood bragging rights in neon.”

From the Mid-Ohio Valley newsletter, August 19, 2026

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