St. Clairsville

St. Clairsville

St. Clairsville is a city in and the county seat of Belmont County. The seat of justice of Belmont County was originally known as Newellstown, and nicknamed “Paradise on the Hill”. The Official Belmont County Seal, designed by county native Michael A. Massa, features 13 stars, denoting that the county was the 13th parcel to have originally been incorporated into what was the US Northwest Territory.

Fun Facts

John Ferren was a photographer for St. Clairsville and founder of Ferren Studios, the oldest business in town that is still operating.

Benjamin Lundy was an abolitionist who formed an anti-slavery organization called the Union Humane Society. He claimed to have traveled 5,000 miles on foot and 20,000 other ways distributing his publications.

Thomas Carr was the only man to be publicly hanged in the county. He was executed in 1870 for the murder of Luisa Fox. She was just 13 years old. He was hanged on the grounds of the old courthouse.

Fun Facts

Area
Total: 2.44 square miles (6.32 km2)
Land: 2.42 square miles (6.27 km2)
Water: 0.02 square miles (0.05 km2)
Elevation
1,273 ft. (388 m)
Population
5,184

Area Amenities

  • http://ropetrekking.com/
    46426 Crabapple Road
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Challenge course/zip lines. Guided tours, all levels. Come play and test yourself. May-Oct.

  • 65020 Glencoe Rd
    Richland Twp.
    St Clairsville, OH 43950

    I-70 Exit 216, go south on Rt. 9 approx. 3 miles – make a left on County Rd. 5. Go 3 more mile and barn is on the right side (down the hill) before Glencoe.

  • http://www.belmontswcd.org/
    130 West Main Street
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    The American Birding Association describes birding trails as driving routes linking birding locations.

  • 45425 National Road
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    The school is located five miles west of the Belmont County Courthouse in St. Clairsville on the north side of the National Road. Visitors traveling on I-70 would use Exit 213 and follow Rt.

  • National Rd Bikeway
    St Clairsville, OH 43950
    I-70 Exit 215 travel east on Rt. 40 to St.Clairsville. Turn left at 2nd light onto N. Marietta St. Turn right at stop sign onto Newell Ave. Turn left at stop sign onto N. Market St. Follow N.
  • 45425 National Road
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Ohio University Eastern Campus historic sites include the covered bridge located to the east of the university and the Great Western School. Dysart Woods is also an OU property.

  • W. St. Clairsville at Ohio University Belmont Campus
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950
    Stands east of the Ohio University Eastern Campus, I-70 Exit 213, overlooking a pond. It was originally built in 1891 in Fairfield County.
  • 101 E. Main Street
    St Clairsville, OH 43950

    This 1880’s former Sheriff’s Residence is a museum to the county.

  • http://www.stclairlanes.com
    51681 National Road East
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Home to the area’s largest competitive handicap 5-person team bowling tournament with over $100,000 paid in prize money. Open bowling is always available. Open late every day!

  • 200 Walnut Ave
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Playground, Baseball field, Basketball Court, Amphitheater, Swimming Pool, Shelters.

Lodging

  • http://www.bviohio.com
    51260 National Road
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Americas Best Value Inn is conveniently located off interstate 70 exit 218 in beautiful St. Clairsville Ohio.

  • https://www.ihg.com/candlewood/hotels/us/en/st-clairsville/hlgcw/hoteldetail
    67689 Mall Ring Road
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Candlewood Suites St Clairsville features all Extended Stay Rooms fully equipped to meet all your needs. We provide all the amenities that make you feel at home.

  • https://www.choicehotels.com/ohio/saint-clairsville/comfort-inn-hotels/oh577
    52509 National Road
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Located in St. Clairsville, Comfort Inn is close to Ohio Valley Mall and Memorial Park. This hotel is within the vicinity of Belmont Hills Country Club and Toy and Plastic Brick Museum.

  • http://www.marriott.com
    67731 Mall Road
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    67731 Mall Rd. (I-70 Exit 218 to Mall Road) 67 rooms, suites with microwaveand refrigerator, indoor pool and jacuzzi, fitness center.

  • http://www.hiexpress.com
    51654 National Road
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    51654 National Rd. (I-70 Exit 218 to Rt. 40) 65 rooms and suites, micro and refrigerator in all rooms, deluxe king suites w/jacuzzis, cable tv, free cont.

  • https://www.knightsinn.com/saint-clairsville-oh
    51659 National Road
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    National Rd. East (I-70 Exit 218 to Rt. 40 East, I-470 Exit 1). 62 rooms, jacuzzi/spa room, indoor pool.

  • http://www.microtelinn.com/hotels/ohio/saint-clairsville/microtel-inn-st-clairsv...
    51128 National Road East
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Welcome to our newly built Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham in St. Clairsville OH, the ideal fit for the budget-conscious travelers who don’t want to sacrifice comfort!

  • https://www.redroof.com/
    68301 Red Roof Lane
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Deluxe business kings, universal access and smoke-free rooms available. Free USA Today and coffee. HBO, HBO2, HBO Signature. Shopping and restau- rants conveniently located across the street.

  • http://www.super8.com/hotels/ohio/saint-clairsville/super-8-st-clairsville-oh-wh...
    68400 Matthews Drive
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Welcome to our recently renovated Super 8 by Wyndham in St. Clairsville OH, the ideal fit for the budget-conscious travelers who don’t want to sacrifice comfort!

  • 46079 National Road
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    21 rooms, a/c, phones, color cable tv, free WiFi, outdoor pool, tanning salon on premises. All major credit cards accepted. Fax: 740-695-8343

Lodging, Travel Professionals

  • https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/days-inn/st-clairsville-ohio
    52601 Holiday Dr.
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Enjoy this picturesque view of the Ohio Valley while staying at the Days Inn St Clairsville, just minutes away from the Wheeling Casino and Racetrack.

  • http://www.hawthorn.com/
    51110 National Road E
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Welcome to our newly built Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham in St. Clairsville, Ohio, the ideal choice among hotels for an extended stay or a quick stopping point during your travels.

  • http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/pitrw-residence-inn-wheeling-st-clairsvill...
    50694 Ohio Valley Place
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Make yourself at home at the Residence Inn Wheeling - St. Clairsville, OH hotel.

  • https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/saint-clairsville-ohio
    51330 National Road. E
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950

    Stay in comfort and style at the Wingate by Wyndam St. Clairsville/Wheeling 116 room hotel.

Dining, Shopping, Travel Professionals

  • http://www.ohiovalleymall.net
    67800 Mall Ring Road
    St. Clairsville, OH 43950
    Visit Ohio Valley Mall’s specialty shops including: American Eagle Outfitters, Buckle, Victoria’s Secret, Starbucks Coffee Drive-Thru and Chipotle.