Paden City Park

**Location & Access:** Paden City Park offers public boat ramp access to the Ohio River in Paden City, WV, located on SR 2 midway between Wheeling and Parkersburg. The ramp is easily accessible from Main Street—turn toward the river at the traffic light, cross the railroad tracks, and take the first left to reach the facility.

**Facilities & Recreation:** This park provides a full-service access point with a boat ramp suitable for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorboats onto the Ohio River. The park features a walking trail, playground, and baseball/basketball fields, making it a good spot for pre- or post-paddling activities. The nearby Hannibal Pool offers a modern dam structure that affects water flow and navigation on this section of river. For overnight visitors, Ring Mill Campground is available within 10 miles of the access point.

**River Character:** The Ohio River at this location is a large, navigable waterway typical of the mid-Ohio Valley. Paddlers should be prepared for potential commercial barge traffic and fluctuating water levels controlled by the dam system upstream. Check current conditions before launching, as this is an actively managed navigation channel.