St. Clairsville: Ohio Valley Mall
St. Clairsville, OH is the county seat of Belmont County laid out by David Newell in the late 18th century. It was named after Revolutionary War Maj. Gen. Arthur St. Clair. It is dubbed as “Ohio Valley Mall”.
Best Time to Visit
The perfect time to visit St. Clairsville is during the months of April through October, for the best weather. Peak tourist season is usually from May until July. Tourists are least likely to visit in October. Belmont County Fair, held every September, is one of the most anticipated events in the area. Since 1847, it has been a family tradition in the community. Many activities are featured during the event, providing the best educational opportunities and family entertainment for everyone.
What to Do & Area Attractions
One of the most popular attractions in the county is Barkcamp State Park, a public recreation area, and fishing and game reserve. It has basketball courts, boat ramps, more than 150 campsites, hiking and horseback riding trails, among others. Another famous nearby attraction is the Toy and Plastic Brick Museum in nearby Bellaire. It has a massive, private collection of LEGO. It also houses the works of several brick artists like Jason Burik, Eric Harshbarger, Brian Korte, among others. On display as well is the world’s biggest LEGO image, as declared by the Guinness Book of World Records. There are many St. Clairsville accommodation options offering complete yet affordable services. The budget-friendly Red Roof Inn St. Clairsvile-Wheeling West has free self parking and free wifi. The Microtel Inn & Suites St. Clairsville features a conference hall, vending machines and a fitness center.