Elkins is a friendly, walkable mountain town with a historic downtown, cozy eateries and breweries, an artsy community and year‑round outdoor access (hiking, mountain biking, river paddling)—a comfortable, interesting multi‑week base where weekends can feel like mini-vacations rather than being stuck.
Within an easy drive are the college city Morgantown (about 69 miles), the regional hub Clarksburg (about 61 miles) and outdoor icons like Seneca Rocks (~35 miles).