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.
Have you been #downtownelkins to see the gnomes?
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Thank you to the local volunteers with the Scarecrow committee that coordinated this! They bring so much joy to the downtown.
And then the night comes alive, with lights to dazzle ✨
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📍 Elkins Town Square Christmas Lights Display
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A photo rarely does the scenery around here justice, but safe to say it’s not an ugly drive! Briarpatch Mountain and Job Mountain standing tall over Harman in their fall glory. Come and see us! #stillhollowspirits #stillhollowdistillery #appalachia #gettuckered #randolphwv #wvmade #smallbatch #whiskey #bourbon #gin #moonshine #farmtobottle
Boy, oh boy, did Mill Creek Falls show off her beauty today. With the rain that we received yesterday, Kumbrabow State Forest is peaking.
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Fall Foliage Update: With the cooler temperatures, the higher elevations of #RandolphWV are starting to show color. This photo was taken yesterday, September 29th, 2020 at Mower Tract on Cheat Mountain. Other locations starting to turn are Gandy Creek, Spruce Knob Lake, and upper Shaver's Fork near Cheat Bridge.
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“So lovely was the loneliness of a wild lake." -- Edgar Allan Poe
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📸 Chelsea Elmore Golden
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It's often said that difficult roads lead to beautiful destinations. We find that to be true in #RandolphWV. Where will our roads take you this weekend? 🚙
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Cheers to 2021!! 🎉🍺 Happy New Year to everyone! Looking forward to a better year with plenty of great beers! Taproom will be closed New Years Day! We’ll see you all “next year” 😉💙🪓 #axforbigtimber #bigtimberbrewing #elkinswv #randolphwv #NYE #happynewyear2021 #hoppyholidays
Winter sunrises are breathtaking and not just because it’s cold 🥶
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Spread some positivity this week, "You will find poetry nowhere, unless you bring some with you." See the light and be encouraging.
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Although the Hutte in #HelvetiaWV is temporarily closed, you can still take a drive through the mountains and hike the 2.5 mile Helvetia Historic Trail. Plus, it's such a beautiful time of year to get outside!
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We are getting some much needed rain this week. Streams and rivers will be flowing perfect for a weekend of fishing.
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To us, there is nothing more beautiful than the fall colors draping our mountains. Have you ever experienced a #WestVirginia autumn?
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📸 Dylan Jones // @djonesmediawv // 2019
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This holiday season, it's more important than ever to support the local businesses we love. Take time today to shop or dine local in #RandolphWV for #SmallBusinessSaturday.
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Elated laughs, cheerful whoops, and giddy squeals are the normal sounds you will hear at Blackwater Falls State Park Sled Run. A mere 40 miles away from #ElkinsWV, and in the heart of #WVSkiCountry, this winter attraction is the longest, fastest sled run on the East Coast. 👨👩👧👦
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There’s just something beautiful about the cold. #WVSkiCountry got lots of snow this week for some great cross country and downhill skiing, and some amazing scenery.
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My, oh my, Sully in the wintertime looks like it could be a snowy postcard 💌
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📸 @ Kathy Thompson
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Fall is in full swing in #RandolphWV and the surrounding areas. Where is your favorite place to spend a fall day? 📍💭
📸 @robbieskinnerwv // 9.30.20
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Before my daughter and I said our goodbyes and parted ways, we stopped for coffee in the mountain town of Elkins, West Virginia.
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This lovely coffee drink is called the Headless Horseman and was, of course, my daughter’s pick. She loved it!
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If in the area, stop by and try one of their crazy flavors!
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