Things to Do around Elkins

Elkins offers diverse outdoor activities, particularly road cycling and gravel biking. The region features extensive trail systems, including converted rail-to-trails and hundreds of miles of gravel roads within the Monongahela National Forest. Komoot lists routes for road cycling, jogging, and touring bicycles.

Elkins is a significant hub for road cycling, offering routes for various skill levels. The Road Cycling Routes around Elkins guide provides an overview of available options. The Allegheny Highlands Trail is a popular choice, offering 24.5 miles (39.4 km) of scenic riding.

Yes, Elkins features several rail-to-trail conversions. The Allegheny Highlands Trail is a prominent example, starting in downtown Elkins and extending for 24.5 miles (39.4 km). The West Fork Trail is another pleasant 22-mile (35.4 km) point-to-point trail winding through a remote mountain setting.

Many of the rail-to-trail routes in Elkins are suitable for families due to their subtle grades and scenic, car-free environments. The Allegheny Highlands Trail, with its paved sections and gentle terrain, is a good option for riders of all ages and skill levels.

The Allegheny Highlands Trail is a scenic rail-to-trail route that follows the original path of the West Virginia Central and Pittsburg Railway. It begins at the historic Western Maryland railroad depot in downtown Elkins and extends for 24.5 miles (39.4 km). The trail offers panoramic views and passes through small towns and rural farmland.

The Monongahela National Forest, accessible from Elkins, features hundreds of miles of gravel roads and back roads suitable for gravel biking. Elkins-Randolph County Tourism provides several planned gravel biking routes, such as the Clifton Run Loop and the Elkins – Glady Loop.

Elkins is a gateway to the Monongahela National Forest, which includes Cheat Mountain and Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest point at 4,863 feet (1,482 meters). The Tygart Valley River flows through Elkins, and Kumbrabow State Forest is also nearby.

Elkins has more than 10 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The region features 5 routes, with specific routes available for road cycling, jogging, and touring bicycles.

Yes, a komoot guide titled Road Cycling Routes around Elkins is available. This guide provides detailed information and routes for exploring the area by road bike.

Parking for the Allegheny Highlands Trail is available at its trailhead, located at the historic Western Maryland railroad depot in downtown Elkins. Other trailheads and access points throughout the region may also offer designated parking areas.

The City of Elkins can be contacted via their official website at cityofelkinswv.com or by phone at (304) 636-1414. For tourism-specific inquiries, the Elkins-Randolph County Tourism Convention and Visitors Bureau can be reached at elkinsrandolphwv.com or (304) 940-2795.