The park sits along the Ohio River at a bend known as the Great Bend, a landmark noted on maps as…read morefar back as the 1700s. - George Washington himself claimed two land tracts in this area, one at Ravenswood and another at Millwood, which inspired the park's original name. The park is home to a 1918 lock house, which now houses the Great Bend Museum. Unfortunately, that was closed when we were here late on a Saturday but we were able to explore the park and enjoy being near the Ohio River. The park includes a refreshed Civil War Trails marker commemorating Confederate Gen. Albert Jenkins' crossing of the Ohio River at Ravenswood to capture Racine, Ohio. There is plenty of parking, some picnic and playground facilities and a boat launch. All have a view of the beautiful William S. Ritchie Jr. Bridge. [Review 586 of 2025 - 170 in West Virginia - 24147 overall]

Tonight went to Ravenswood Riverfront Park to see the Christmas Lights with Kayla Beth Fields and…read moregrandbabies Saige & Deacon Hunt. We had a really nice time seeing all the lights. The day was long but full of so much love and fun!!!

Elk Fork Lake is located out Gay Road off Route 33 from Ripley, WV. It's a beautiful lake that is…read moreman made for fishing and boating. Free to use!! Great parking area to enjoy the lake for fishing! There are a lot of trees in the water so no fash speed boats allowed in this lake, but trowling motors allowed and perfect for kayaks. There is no bathroom facilities and no picnic tables. No playground or even trash cans.

Good gym. Very friendly staff. Some equipment showing wear and tear. Water fountain could put out a…read morelittle more water.

This gym may have its perks but don't be fooled! They will double charge you for your enrollment…read moreand then charge you more just to get in the door! The bills aren't consistent... $40 one month, $48 second month $74 the 3rd month... ask them at the gym why the price fluctuates and they don't know anything. In fact, they just argue with you even if you have the bank statements. Oh, and the $20 deposit on the access card isn't refundable so they lie about that too. Overall, planet fitness or any other gym in the area would be a better decision if your not trying to get got!

It's an inexpensive par 9 course that you can play through twice to play a full 18. It's located on…read morethe outside of Winfield. Fairly open course that has some fun bridges to cross over for a couple of the holes. The fairways are typically dry not the wisest place to take a divet but overall in decent shape for the price. The greens are typically in pretty good condition. If you are looking for an inexpensive place to get out and play you should have a good time. 9 holes is $19 and 18 is $24 so a great place to get out that won't break the wallet.

This is a great place for picnic and quick history lesson for folks of all ages. American Civil War…read morebuff? Follow the "Morgan's Raid" road signs for an adventure. Love Native American history? Check out the mound!

I had long heard about Buffington Island, but don't get down this way much. When I was driving to…read moreNorth Carolina I noticed it was only a few miles off my route, so I had to swing by. The only Civil War battlefield in Ohio- how could I pass that up? It is small, and probably not of much interest unless you are a real history buff, in which case it is fascinating. There is a small park with plenty of parking, an Indian mound, and a small outbuilding with bathrooms. A few historical markers and a small pavilion with display panels round out the amenities. The story is fascinating: John Morgan, later imprisoned in the old State Pen in Columbus, was a Confederate raider who attacked all along the Ohio River. This was the only major battle, and it eventually led to his capture. The displays explain the background, battle, and aftermath. It's quiet and isolated, and pretty cool. Maybe not worth a special trip unless you are a Civil War buff, but if you live in the area or are traveling nearby, definitely worth a visit.

It was so relaxing to walk along this river front as well as have a seat on the amphitheater style…read moresteps. Walking along the river was so lovely as we took in the water and other views. Different art and statues along the route as well.

Beautiful murals and statues aligned the wall as you enter not far from downtown. Scenic views…read morewould have been even better at sunset or at sunrise to improve photos. Parked a few minutes away in 2 hour spot so I could walk here and around town.

The site of the original arrival of the French 500 who build log cabins and a defensive palisade…read morehere in 1790. They were aristocrats and artisans fleeing the French Revolution. Today, the park is a large green space. The bandstand was built in 1876 as a memorial to Civil War veterans and was nearly torn down until local women raised money from an ice cream social. The "Spirit of the American Doughboy" sculpture was unveiled in the 1930s and initially honored WWI veterans but was expanded to include all Gallia County war veterans. The flood marker shaft records the high water marks from the 1884, 1907, 1913 and 1937 floods. And a Yellow Fever Memorial commemorating the 66 victims who died in 1878. The park has picnic tables, some playground equipment and a great view of the Ohio River. There is street parking on all sides. [Round number review 600 of 2025 - 299 in Ohio - 24161 overall]

Clean. Plenty to entertain the kids on a rainy day, age 1-6…read more Their imagination is sparked by working at the vet to mend critters, ring you up at the Piggly Wiggly, fix a pizza, run a train and drive the Juassic Jeep. All this is sponsored locally and the kids are the lucky ones. Value added for a quick and fun way to exercise their minds, the employee (he) was kind and friendly.