Elkins West Virginia Map

About Elkins, West Virginia

Elkins is a locality in Randolph County, West Virginia, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,811. The population density is 718.4 people per km². Elkins is located at 38.9259°N, 79.8467°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 26241.

Elkins lies cradled by the Alleghenies, a place where the rolling hills of West Virginia begin their steeper ascent into the wilder heart of the mountains. It lies 49.0 miles south of Morgantown, WV (from Morgantown, WV: bearing 173°T), and is situated 8.4 miles south-east of Belington. The air here carries a perpetual coolness, even in the height of summer, a subtle reminder of the elevation and the dense, whispering forests that flank the Cheat River valley. Broadleaf trees dominate the landscape, their greens a deep, verdant tapestry that shifts with the seasons, from the bright, hopeful shoots of spring to the fiery, melancholic hues of autumn. The sky above Elkins often displays a particular quality of light, especially at dusk, when the sun dips below the western ridges, casting long, golden shadows that stretch and soften the contours of the land, lending the familiar hills an ethereal glow. The history of Elkins is intrinsically tied to the railroad and the timber industry that once boomed through this region. The Davis & Elkins College, a prominent institution, stands as a legacy of the area's early prosperity and its commitment to education, its ivy-covered buildings a quiet testament to intellectual pursuits against the rugged backdrop. While the scent of pine has faded from the immediate vicinity of the town, its spirit lingers, reflected in the enduring resilience of its people and the enduring beauty of the surrounding Monongahela National Forest. This vast expanse of wilderness, a stone's throw from Elkins, offers a sanctuary for hikers, campers, and those seeking solace in nature's grandeur, its trails winding through ancient woods and along the banks of clear, rushing streams that feed the Cheat River.

About This Elkins Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Elkins, West Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.92594, -79.846735. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Elkins and Randolph County.

Detailed location data for Elkins includes the ZIP code (26241), telephone area code (304), county seat of Randolph County (Elkins), and school district assignment (Randolph County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Elkins is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.