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Get Outdoors There are plenty of things to enjoy during your stay in Bridgeport. Several nearby local and state parks offer opportunities to explore fitness trails, hiking trails, swimming, and cycling or simply pack a picnic and enjoy some time outside.
Built for Families and Kids Bridgeport is also a huge player in the youth sports world. The marquee sports facility in the region is the Bridgeport Recreation Complex , which features four state-of-the-art baseball/softball fields as well as soccer and lacrosse fields and basketball courts. The new Bridgeport Indoor Recreation Complex project is underway and, when complete, will make Bridgeport the sports destination for all seasons. The $50 million multi-use facility is planned for a site near the city’s current recreation complex and is scheduled to be open by fall of 2020. The complex will house six volleyball courts, six basketball courts, an indoor turf field, a running track, and a fitness center. In addition, the center will include a natatorium with a competition swimming pool and community swimming pool.
Make sure you pack your clubs—the area boasts several of the best golf courses in the state. The PeteDyeGolf Club has been rated the best course in West Virginia and one of the 100 best in the country. If you are an outdoorsman, you must start your West Virginia outdoor adventure at McFlyOutfitters . This unique shopping destination is committed to getting
you ready for a world-class experience in the Mountain State. McFly believes there is nothing quite like breathing in the fresh mountain air, catching your first trout, enjoying gorgeous mountain views, watching a child on their first hunt, or accomplishing a serene late-season hike in the mountains of West Virginia. McFly’s has everything you need for any West Virginia adventure.
Bridgeport offers a rare combination of shopping opportunities. There really is something for everyone. Looking for the big-name stores great for back-to-school and holiday gift shopping? Be sure to visit the Meadowbrook Mall . The mall features national brands like Dick’s Sporting Goods, American Eagle, Old Navy, and Target. Antiques, unique gifts, and specialty West Virginia– made items are popular at many local shops and boutiques. A Shopper’s Paradise
For more information about visiting Bridgeport, contact the Greater Bridgeport Convention & Visitors Bureau at 304.848.7200 or visit Greater-Bridgeport.com
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