Elkins

Elkins, West Virginia is a medium-sized town of about 7,000 people located deep in the West Virginia mountains. This community is committed to preserving Appalachian culture and passing down its history to future generations. Thanks to Davis and Elkins College, Elkins is able to preserve numerous mountain traditions. Students who come here can study traditional music and Appalachian culture. The Augusta Heritage Center, which is part of the college, offers community classes in traditional crafts. Concerts and dances are also held at the Heritage Center. Elkins hosts the Mountain State Forest Festival every year to commemorate its mountain heritage.

The festivities take place throughout the city in October. There will be food, music, games, and contests such as this lumberjack competition. Elkins has many excellent restaurants, including the Forks Inn. The restaurant is located on top of a mountain and offers breathtaking views while you dine. A trip to Elkins would be incomplete without a stop at the Elkins Depot. Elkins is not only a great place to visit for history and culture, but it's also a great starting point for exploring the three nearby major sky resorts and national parks, where you can go birding, hiking, rafting, biking, climbing, and more. Adventurers particularly enjoy exploring the caves and rafting down the Tygart River.