The best things to do in Mid-Ohio Valley

“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, August 6, 2026

“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.”

“Park with hiking trails & hilltop views of the city & river, on the site of a Civil War–era fort.”

“Laser tag arena offering six-minute rounds, plus a small arcade with games, prices and prizes.”