Pricketts Fort State Park
88 State Park Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554
188 acres · 3 miles of trails
In Fairmont's Pricketts Fort State Park, an 188-acre site with a historic fort and trails to the Mon River Rail Trail, leashed dogs explore shaded paths with water access and trash cans. Parking and restrooms facilitate visits. Leashes are mandatory on grounds and trails.
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- Park
- Pricketts Fort State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Fairmont, West Virginia
- Coordinates
- 39.5061, -80.0958
- Size
- 188 acres
- Trail miles
- 3
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.3 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 188 acres of room
- · State Park destination
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Dog policy
188-acre state park with reconstructed 1774 fort and trail to Mon River Rail Trail. Leashed dogs welcome on grounds and trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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