The rich history and culture of Appalachia is captured in Mercer County, WV. In the southern WV coalfields, the stories of the miners and the rich culture that emerged speak to us even a century later. Let us share our story of Miners and Millionaires. See the hardships of the coal miners and the lavish lives of the mine operators. Experience America’s authentic coal story in our museums and historic sites. Unwind in the beautiful scenery of the Appalachian Mountains. Four seasons country is right in our back yard, with a beautiful display of natural beauty in the spring as well as vivid color in the foliage of the fall. Among the beautiful scenery and sites, lie many opportunities for outdoor adventure. To really get your heart pounding, roar through the mountains on an ATV or mountain bike, or ski down the mountain with the wind in your hair. Adventure […]

Among the many attractions that draw visitors to the great state of West Virginia and to the Town of Gilbert , ATV riding is a popular sport for groups of all ages. What better playground to try out the big-boy-toys than the Browning Fork Trails? These trails are a part of the infamous Hatfield-McCoy Trail System which has over 500 miles of mild to rugged trails meandering throughout the counties of Mingo, Logan, Boone, Wyoming and McDowell. Folks looking for an exciting, serene and restful destination to escape the heat of the city will find no traffic jams in the coal fields of southern West Virginia . This is the perfect place to enjoy nature and restore peace to the soul. Even though Gilbert is visited by thousands of non-residential tourists each year, it remains one of the best “off the beaten path” destinations featuring some of the most beautiful […]

The Coal House – (Think Jeopardy) Built in 1933, this Chamber of Commerce is made entirely of fossil fuel and located in what southern town? “What is: the Coal House in Williamson, WV.” Take a look inside and relish in our history!

In the early 1900s the railroad depot became the center of community life. This was particularly true in Mingo County, WV and the Matewan Depot became one of the most historically significant stations along the 673-mile Norfolk and Western main line. The facility was a combined passenger and freight depot that served the population of nearly 7,000 in Matewan and the surrounding area. After N&W-made its last stop in 1969, the once proud depot was closed and eventually fell into disrepair. In 2000 an initiative to rebuild the historic Matewan railroad depot began. It now serves as a welcoming visitor’s center for the town of Matewan and a museum that includes information on the colorful history of the area including the Hatfield and McCoy feuds, the Matewan Massacre, and the development of the coal mining industry in the region. It also houses a gift shop which offers locally made arts […]

Welcome to Logan County, the heart of the Hatfield-McCoy Region! Our county is filled with a variety of historic, scenic, and entertaining attractions. As West Virginians, we are proud of our mountain heritage and are honored to share it with you! We invite you to come explore all we have to offer and experience your own mountain adventure!