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Prickett's Fort State Park is a day-use historical and recreational park, located just north of Fairmont, WV.
The original fort was built at the confluence of Pricketts Creek and the Monongahela River in 1774, and provided a place of refuge from Indian attack for early settlers to the area. In addition to the reconstructed Fort, the state park features the Job Prickett House, built in 1859. The site is listed on the National Register of Historical Places.
A Visitor Center includes ticket counter, research library, museum gift shop and a gallery which features an orientation exhibit and video. The research library focuses on 18th and 19th century and regional history, and is open to the public during regular business hours. The Visitor Center, the historical interpretation program, and all special events are managed by the Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation, under long-term contract with the state.
Other recreational facilities at Pricketts Fort include picnic areas, nature trails, fishing, and a boat launch. Pricketts Fort is a trail head providing rail trail access to both the MCPARC trail to Fairmont and the Mon River Trail South to Morgantown. Bikes are available for rental at the Visitor Center during business hours. Prickett's Fort State Park.
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| Hours of Operation. |
2010 Season is April 1 thru October 31
We are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays after Labor Day.
Monday thru Saturday 10 am - 4:30 pm (Visitor Center & Ticket Sales 10 am
- 4 pm)
Sunday 12 pm - 4:30 pm (Visitor Center & Ticket Sales 12 pm - 4 pm)
Pricketts Fort Gift Shop, Orientation Gallery and Administrative Offices are open year round Monday thru Friday,
10 am
- 4 pm.
Additional hours are announced as needed for special events.
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| Admission Fees |
Cost of admission covers all of the park's historical attractions including guided tours, specialized talks, orientation gallery, and craft demonstrations. See hours of operation and seasonal restrictions above.
| Adults |
$6.00 |
| Seniors (55+) |
$5.00 |
| Youth (6-12) |
$3.00 |
| Children 5 and under |
FREE |
| Members |
FREE |
| School Tours |
$4.00/student
$5.00/chaperone
(one free chaperone admission per each 10 students) |
For more information or to book your group tour Contact Us
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| Directions to Pricketts Fort |
Pricketts Fort is conveniently located 2 miles from Interstate 79. Take Exit 139 off I-79 and look for the brown state park signs at each intersection. Individuals or groups attending a Teaching History Through the Arts workshop should check in at the Visitor Center at Prickett's Fort State Park for information and directions to the classroom facility.
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| Pricketts Fort Bike Rental . |
Rentals can be secured in the Prickett's Fort State Park Visitor Center located just across the street from the trailheads for the Mon River Trail South and the McTrail. Rental rates include helmet and bike lock. Driver's license and $20 must be left as a deposit until bike is returned. Renter must be 18 years or older. In the case of late return, the deposit will be retained as a late fee. Replacement cost will be charged for bikes not returned.
For more information or to reserve a bike call 304.363.3030.
Hours & Rates ( closed weekends from November through April )
Monday to Friday, 10 am until 4 pm
Saturdays, 10 am until 4 pm
Sundays, Noon until 4 pm
$5/Hour
$20/Day
Kids under 13 years, ½ price rental with a paid adult rental.
November to April, call ahead to reserve bikes during winter months
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What do we offer for rent?
The Multi-Purpose Room in the new Visitor Center is available for wedding receptions, dinners or any special function that you have planned. The room holds about 100 seats set-up theatre style or 75 seats at tables. Included with your rental is the use of 100 folding chairs, ten 8' tables and a small kitchen. Use of the lawn area between the Visitor Center and Fort is included with the rental. Also available for rental is the Amphitheater. This has a stage dressing area, and seats 400. The Fort is available for rent upon approval based on the nature of the event. Bathroom facilities are available in the building adjacent to the Visitor Center.
How much are the rental fees?
The cost for rental of the multi-purpose room in the Visitor Center is $300.00 for a special event. (There is a 10% discount for PFMF Members.)
A $75.00 refundable deposit and a signed rental agreement are required on all reservations. The amphitheater rental is $200.00. The fort rental is $500.00 per event.
Note:
Rental of the Visitor Center and Fort will not take precedence over scheduled Foundation or Park functions. During the regular season (mid-April through October), hours of park operation are 10 am to 4:30 pm. Therefore rental is restricted to evening hours between 5 pm and 10 pm. The executive director shall, at his/her discretion, raise or lower fees, and make other such adjustments as circumstances dictate.
If you are considering using our multi-purpose room for your function, contact the office for availability.
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| Websites of Interest . |
Local Tourism and Travel
Prickett's Fort State Park
Convention & Visitors Bureau of Marion County (Fairmont Area)
Marion County Parks and Recreation Commission
Mon River Trails Conservancy
Jacob Prickett Jr. Log House
American Towns - Fairmont, WV
Regional Tourism and Travel
Greater Morgantown Convention & Visitors Bureau
Greater Bridgeport Conference & Visitors Center
West Virginia Hotels and Motels
West Virginia State Parks
Nearby Historical Sites and Museums
Arthurdale Heritage Center
Marion County Historical Society and Museum
Adaland Mansion
Jackson's Mill Historic Area
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