There is Something for Everyone!
Cradled by the Appalachian Mountains, McDowell County has a wide range of activities for area visitors. Enjoy ATV rides on the Hatfield-McCoy Trail System and camping in local wildlife management areas to a round of golf on the Black Wolf Golf Course and a step back in time to the World War I Memorial Museum. McDowell County is a great place to make new memories and a chance to experience an integral part of the National Coal Heritage Area.

French Gratitude Train
The idea to send a “thank you” gift to the United States for the $40 million in food and other supplies sent to France and

Heaven’s Gate Motorcycle Route
Heaven’s Gate Motorcycle Route is a 164 miles self guided motorcycle tour, starting in Bluefield and ending near Huntington, West Virginia, along Route 52.

Pocahontas Movie Theatre
Check out what is playing at your local Pocahontas Theatre in Welch! Year Round Weekly Showtimes (Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays) Special Fall Hours Available for

“Head of the Dragon” Motorcycle Ride, in McDowell County, West Virginia
The “Head of the Dragon” joins Back of the Dragon, Claw of the Dragon, and Tail of the Dragon to complete the Body of the

Berwind Lake
Camping 8 primitive sites Cabins and Trailer available for rent Each site equipped with picnic table, lantern post and charcoal grill Check-in: 12:00 p.m. Check-out:

Linkous Park Pool
Linkous Park Pool is an outdoor swimming pool in Welch, WV, open to the public and county visitors. For more than 60 years, people from around

Blackwolf Links Golf Course – Celebrating 100 Years in 2023!
Not far from Gary, Blackwolf Links offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairways and greens keep Blackwolf Links