Extending from the banks of the Ohio River down the Interstate 77 mountainside corridor, Wood County is a blend of rugged country beauty and metropolitan activities.

For the outdoors type, boating on the Ohio River is a great way to spend a day. Whether casting for an Ohio musky or racing a powerboat, the Ohio River is large enough to handle it all.

More inland, canoers and hunters will enjoy the bountiful streams and game. For those more into traditional athletics, the Wood County area features a number of softball leagues, basketball courts and high school stadiums guaranteed to keep your year-round sports attention.

For those who enjoy the indoor scene, the Wood County arts community is a well-established outlet for creative expression. Museums, vaudeville theaters, a ballet company and the satellite home for the West Virginia Symphony will keep many artistic supporters entertained.

Shoppers will enjoy Grand Central Avenue, anchored by the Grand Central Mall. The mall features more than 100 stores and neighbors a number of different restaurants.

Visit Parkersburg/Wood County Convention and Visitor's Bureau for more information about Wood County sites and attractions.