Blennerhassett Island offers access via the Island Belle Sternwheeler (20-minute boat ride from Point Park in Parkersburg) or by personal kayak, canoe, paddleboard, or motorized watercraft to a small landing beach on the Ohio River's west side.

The 500-acre island features hiking trails, bike rentals, picnic facilities, and fishing is permitted with proper licensing from the island's banks. The park operates May-October (closed Mondays), with the last boat departure to the island at 3 p. m.

and mandatory departure by 4:30 p. m.