The history of the Underground Railroad in West Virginia is still something of a mystery even after all these years. […]
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Randolph County’s Must-Visit Cross Country Ski Spots
Glide, stride, and escape the crowds and infrastructure downhill ski resorts, and appreciate the winter landscape while cross-country skiing or […]
Read MoreRiverside: The Heart of Elkins’ Black Community for 50 years
From 1905-1954 the Riverside School was the only public school for African-Americans in Randolph County, and is one of the […]
Read MoreHere’s Why You Should Plan Your Vacation to Randolph County
It is that time of year – the time to begin planning all of your 2021 vacations. National Plan for […]
Read MoreHeart of West Virginia Ski Country
Brittle autumn leaves have fallen to the ground and cold, nippy winds give an inexpressible scent to the air. This […]
Read MoreLeave No Trace | Randolph County Edition
Visitors are drawn to Randolph County, West Virginia for its natural beauty and its abundance of outdoor recreation. Recreational tourism […]
Read MoreBirding at Gaudineer Scenic Area
The Gaudineer Scenic Area, in Randolph County, is a glimpse of what West Virginia’s mountain highlands used to look like. […]
Read MoreRandolph County Fall Foliage Update
The beauty and splendor of a West Virginia autumn has attained legendary status when it comes to sightseeing, atmosphere, weather, […]
Read MoreHistory of the Mountain State Forest Festival
In the fall of 1930, the first Mountain State Forest Festival was celebrated in Elkins and immediately attracted national attention. […]
Read MoreFall Flavors Found in Randolph County
Like many states, West Virginia when founded, was made up of diverse people and cultures coming together. Native Americans, Germans, […]
Read MoreBig Timber Brewing Expansion Update
Located in the heart of downtown Elkins, Big Timber Brewing has been busier than ever with its continual construction of […]
Read MoreExperience the Arts in Randolph County
Randolph County is an art lover’s dream. With over 600 art, music, and dance related events in 2019 it’s easy […]
Read MoreWest Virginia’s Biking Epicenter
From the mountains to the broad valleys of Randolph County, West Virginia, our varied forested terrain means nearly infinite biking […]
Read MoreVisit West Virginia’s Highest Forest
Perched along the Allegheny Mountains in Randolph County, Kumbrabow State Forest is West Virginia’s highest forest and the only state […]
Read MoreDark Sky Destinations in Randolph County
Escape the city lights and embrace the darkness of the night sky in Randolph County, West Virginia. West Virginia has […]
Read MoreBest Hiking Trails in #RandolphWV
Some of the best hiking trails in West Virginia can be found right here in Randolph County. Many describe our […]
Read MoreCelebrate the 4th of July in Randolph County, West Virginia
From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence with festivities ranging […]
Read MoreLearn from the Best at the Augusta Heritage Center
Every year in July the Augusta Heritage Center of Davis & Elkins College offers several weeks of world-class workshops and […]
Read MoreHappy Birthday, West Virginia!
Happy Birthday, Mountain Mama! To the place we call home, to the place we all belong. On June 20, 1863, […]
Read MoreNatural Attractions Iconic to #RandolphWV
Encompassing the Allegheny Mountains and the Monongahela National Forest, Randolph County is surrounded by some of the best-known natural attractions […]
Read MoreHiking to the High Falls of Cheat via the West Fork Rail Trail
If you’ve never driven to Glady, West Virginia, you will be welcomed with beautiful farms and rolling hills. It is […]
Read MoreBecoming a Bike Friendly Community: Cycling Safety Tips
For many of us, learning to ride a bike was the first type of freedom we experienced as kids. We […]
Read MoreMonongahela National Forest Turns 100 Years Old
The origins of the Monongahela National Forest began with the passage of the Weeks Act in 1911. This legislation permitted […]
Read More6 Ways to Stay Sane During Quarantine
Would you have thought that two months ago we would all be stuck inside our homes, isolated from friends and […]
Read MoreRampin’ in #RandolphWV
It’s springtime in Randolph County and that is not the only season that’s upon us. For many Appalachians, it is […]
Read MoreCelebrate Fasnacht “The Mardi Gras of Randolph County”
Every year hundreds of people converge on the tiny town of Helvetia for one of the most unique festivals in […]
Read MoreCome Celebrate Christmas, Who-one and Who-all!
Welcome visitors near and far, come celebrate Christmas who-one and who-all! If you’re itching to visit Whoville this holiday season […]
Read MoreWhy You Should Buy Next Year’s Polar Express Tickets Yesterday
“The thing about trains… it doesn’t matter where they’re going. What matters is deciding to get on.” “All Aboard!”, calls […]
Read MoreYour Guide to Hunting in #RandolphWV
Get your camouflage gear out of the closet, stock up on ammo, and set your alarm to rise before the […]
Read MoreTop Ways to Experience the Fall Splendor in Randolph County
If there’s one place you’ll visit this fall, make it Randolph County… Crisp, early frosts begin painting the leaves of […]
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