Vernon W. Welton Park

29 acres located 2 miles northeast of Petersburg along the South Branch Potomac River on Route 220.  Known for its beauty and animal rock formation know as the "Fox & Ox rocks".  Five picnic pavilions, restroom facilities, playground area, ball fields, two boat ramps, a walking track and other par, features.

 

City Park - Petersburg

12 acres along the South Branch Potomac river near the center of town.  Four lighted tennis courts, basketball court, three picnic pavilions with fireplaces, lighted .baseball field, swimming pool, playground, picnic areas, restrooms and a gazebo.  Cite of the annual Spring Mountain Festival in April and 4th of July events.

 

Echo Park

18 acres located 7 miles southwest of Petersburg on Route 28.  Five residential cabins, shower/restroom building, dining hall and kitchen.  Two ball fields, basketball court, volleyball area, playground, campfire area, four pavilions and a large stage.  Open May - September.

 

Day Park

20 acres located 6 miles from Petersburg on Patterson Creek Road in Arthur.  Large wooded picnic area with three pavilions and fireplaces.  Also includes a large playground area, baseball and softball fields, volleyball area and restrooms.

 

Mountaintop Park

10 acres located on Route 42 in Mount Storm.  Includes three picnic pavilions with fireplaces.  Large playground area, paved basketball court, ball field and  restrooms.  Highlights and up-to-date library which is located on the park site.

 

South Mill Creek Dam Seven

Located on South Mill Creek Road, 14 miles south of Petersburg.  Fishing includes crappie, trout, large-mouth bass, sunfish and catfish.  A modern boat ramp along with a fishing pier for the handicapped is available.  The park has a small picnic area with barbecue grills and restroom facilities.  There is also a beautiful walking trail along the lake.

 

Turner Park

6 acres located 12 miles north of Petersburg on Route 42 in Maysville.  Contains the county's only public rifle and archery range, pistol range, muzzle loader range, and regulation trap shooting field.  Other facilities include two picnic pavilions with fireplaces and a playground area.