PARKS & RECREATION – With two parks within the town, Ripley has much recreation to offer.

An Olympic-sized swimming pool is the focal point of the park. It features a water slide and is adjacent to the new splash pad.

Several picnic shelters are situated within the park, including a large gazebo. Playground equipment is nearby and an outdoor fitness center is being added.

The venue has four new tennis courts, a new basketball court and a new course for scaled remote control vehicles. Balding Field is the home of Ripley Little League baseball, which has produced several WV State Championship teams.

Whiting Park, which is located near I-77 Exit 138, features multiple youth soccer fields and four softball/baseball fields. Covered batting cages are nearby. A walking trail surrounds the facility.

Call Ripley City Park at 304-372-8543 for information during the summer months. Otherwise, call the Ripley Municipal Building at 304-372-3482.