Welcome to Randolph County
Surrounded by the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia, Randolph County is a natural paradise that has long been a destination for travelers and adventurous outdoor enthusiasts. Here you will find charming communities that are rich in heritage, blessed with unparalleled beauty, and come alive with arts and festivals. We are truly Authentic by Nature.
Explore
You can feel the fresh mountain breeze in the lush Monongahela National Forest, discover the many museums and historic sites, or embrace the culture of a small Swiss village. Board a vintage excursion train, access miles of trout streams, rivers, and rail trails, or pitch a tent under the clear night sky. Your perfect day is found right here in Randolph County.
Explore Randolph County
Dine
Randolph County has an amazing array of non-chain, independent restaurants. Our restaurants range from Venezuelan to Appalachian, casual fine dining to down home country cooking. The restaurant scene goes well beyond its West Virginia roots. Expect the extraordinary in Randolph County, whether its farm to table, mountain trout dip, or warm, delightful peach cobbler.
Dine in Randolph County
Sleep
Wake up each morning to a beautiful view surrounded by the Appalachian Mountains in one of our hotels, stay in one of the many historic inns throughout the county, or escape to a secluded cabin vacation rental or campground. When choosing to stay in Randolph County, you will discover plenty of options that suit your travel style.
Sleep in Randolph County
Unwind
Take a stroll and visit our quaint shops that carry local artisan’s creations. Slow down, enjoy a specialty coffee, or meet up over a cold craft brew. Before calling it a night don’t forget to experience a full spectrum of live local music.
Unwind in Randolph County
Stories
Randolph County is known for being authentic in every aspect- whether it’s by our nature, history, arts, music, or culture- there is no better way to learn about our authenticity than through locals themselves. Learn about our history and the best places to stay, explore, dine, and unwind.
RandolphWV
Use the hashtag #RandolphWV in all your visits and adventure photography. We’ll post the ones we dig the most.
Take time to enjoy the Holiday Light Display in Elkins Town Square behind the Elkins Depot Welcome Center. ❄️ * * #DowntownElkins #RandolphWV #WinterWV #AlmostHeaven
After a long and extraordinarily busy day at #jbs today, I finally got out for a little pre-race leg spinning ride this evening. I'm super excited to ride my scottsports Spark at it's first #wvmbaworldcup race! #ridelife #rideordie #racelife #scottspark #sohumid #summer #randolphwv
Suns out and the trails are dry, time to show some skin(wall)! #ridelife #rideordie #skinwalllife #singletrack #giantanthem #randolphwv
Will Shavers be more majestic this year than last? We sure hope so 😍 📸@Climbingfern #RandolphWV #ShaversFork #BowdenWV
OMG Ya it's SO nice outside and I got NEW pedals! #bestdayever #ridelife #rideordie #shimanopedalsordeath #singletrack #springy #peepers #giantanthem #randolphwv
This is Bells mountain road! Bells Mountain road is sketchy! I hope to include this road in a #gravelrace in the next year or two! #ridelife #racelife #gravel #gravelgrinding #rutlife #rainmuch #randolphwv
Remember that pic of Bells mountain a couple weeks ago with the giant rut? Well all such ruts are now gone! Not sure how I feel about this. I was enjoying #rutlife ! #ridelife #rideordie #gravel #gravelroad #fall #bigdozer #randolphwv
I escaped carnival purgatory for a hour or so today! What a lovely #fall we are having thus far! #ridelife #rideordie #gravel #gravelgrinding #gravelroad #scottspark #randolphwv
We had the pleasure of meeting Maid Silvia and her two Maid of Honors this morning. #RandolphWV Pictured left to right 👉🏻 @tairalandavere, @susanriggleman, @kksmith1, @christinezurbuch, and @ladybug.wood.71.
Have you tried our Batch 1 Barrel Rested Gin? This unique spirit was rested in used barrels that over the past three years held Bourbon, maple syrup, corn Whiskey, Stumptown Special distilled IPA and finally our Gin! We are open 1-5 today for tastings and bottle sales! #stillhollowspirits #stillhollowdistillery #bourbon #gin #whiskey #rye #moonshine #barrelrestedgin #craftdistillery #craftspirits #farmtobottle stillhollow #stillhollowspirits #stillhollowdistillery #liquor #cornwhiskey #moonshine #mountaingin #wvmapledays2019 #appalachiangrown #familybusiness #bloodybutcher #randolphwv #tuckercounty #canaanvalley #elkins #mountaineer #solarpoweredwhiskey
Pretty much the only good thing about being the boss is that sometimes I get to sneak out of work early and RIDE! As a bonus I also saw a BOBCAT! #ridelife #rideordie #gravel #gravelgrinding #gravelroad #martinbikeco #madeinwv #shaversfork #randolphwv
Rediscover the origins of Ol' Saint Nick. Bring the kids for some Christmas fun at Helvetia. Baking and decorating Christmas cookies and Swiss grittibanz, games, refreshments, reading of the traditional Saint Nicholas story, and a visit from Saint Nicholas himself. 🎅 * * 📅Saturday, December 7th 📍 #RandolphWV #HelvetiaWV
Windy AF! #ridelife #ridegiant #thatwasscary #beerbottlestand #gravel #groadie #giantanthem #winter #wind #cliftonrun #randolphwv
Freaking #RAD ride with biknvikn and Jeff today! Felt SO GOOD to ride up hill! Still a wee bit of color out there! I ❤ the rusty leaves! #ridelife #rideordie #gravel #gravelgrinding #fall #randolphwv
What’s your fall color prediction for this year? Will #RandolphWV have vibrant warm hues of golds, oranges, and maroons? Let us know your thoughts 💭👇🏼
Is very #winter out! #ridelife #ridegiant #epicsnowbeard #stupidaf #barmitts #aht #randolphwv
Step back in time and bring in old-time holiday cheer with Father Christmas at the Old Fashioned Christmas in historic Beverly. . . 📅 Saturday, December 7th, 8am to 6pm 🎅 #RandolphWV #BeverlyWV #AlmostHeaven
Just out here working on my tan! #ridelife #ridegiant #icyaf #winter #railtrail #aht #randolphwv
Rock around the community Christmas tree at the Darden House and jingle all the way downtown during the Elkins Christmas Parade 🎶 . . 📅 Wednesday, December 4th 🕔 Community Christmas Tree Lighting, 5:30pm | Elkins-Randolph County Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade, 6:00pm #FestivebyNature #RandolphWV #ElkinsWV
So this is how the birds see us... . . 📍 #BickleKnob, #RandolphWV, #AlmostHeaven 📸 @ethanpshields