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1. Dolly Sods Wilderness Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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2. Elkins Depot Welcome Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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3. Bickle Knob Observation Tower

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4. Allegheny Highlands Trail

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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5. Monongahela National Forest

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6. Appalachian Forest Discovery Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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7. Cheat Summit Fort

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. Fox Forest Wildlife Management Area

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9. Randolph County Community Arts Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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10. Halliehurst Mansion

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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11. The Old Brick Playhouse

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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12. Gov. H. Guy Kump House

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13. The Forks Inn

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14. El Gran Sabor

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15. Smoke of the Water BBQ

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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16. Beander’s Restaurant and Tavern

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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17. Stuart Recreation Area

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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18. Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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19. C.J. Maggie's

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

West Virginia is the heart of the Appalachian Mountains and always has warmer climates. Elkins’ high altitude provides a cooler climate than most of the state, similar to Canada or the Northeast. A small town of around seven thousand keeps this town feeling quaint while providing a lot of history and culture found in larger cities. Whether you want to learn about heritage arts, do some hiking, or grab some fantastic food, there are options galore waiting for visitors.

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