Our Park

Our History

Hazel Ruby McQuain Park, established in 1999, offers a dynamic riverfront experience along the Monongahela River in Morgantown, WV. Funded by the Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust, the park has been enhanced with a variety of recreational connections and amenities.

The park features a reimagined Ruby Amphitheater, with a shade structure and terraced stadium style seating designed to accommodate larger concerts and community events. ADA-accessible pads have also been added to improve accessibility for all visitors. The historic Morgantown train depot has been restored to provide accessible community spaces and retail opportunities. The depot plaza links the train station and amphitheater, offering expanded seating, gathering areas, and green spaces.

The park extends north to include a picnic grove beneath the Westover Bridge, as well as the Walnut Street Landing plaza and kayak launch. Walnut Street Landing features a curbless parking lot, public kayak lockers, and convenient trail connections. The boat ramp has been upgraded with an ADA-accessible kayak launch.

Throughout the park, reclaimed limestone blocks discovered during site demolition are thoughtfully integrated into the design, adding a distinctive historical touch. With its blend of nature, history, and recreational amenities, Hazel Ruby McQuain Park continues to serve as a vital community hub along the river.

Easily accessible from I-68 and I-79 and just a short walk from historic downtown Morgantown, the park is the perfect place for concerts, festivals, services, theatre productions, weddings and more.