Gilmer County Map, West Virginia

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Gilmer County, West Virginia

Gilmer County is in the center of West Virginia. It’s a small place with a big heart. The Little Kanawha River runs right through it. Yep, it’s perfect for a lazy day of fishing. Or canoeing, if that’s more your speed.
Glenville State University puts Gilmer County on the map. The Folk Festival every summer is something else. Music, crafts, food, the works. It’s like stepping back in time.
The hills here are gorgeous. Green in summer, a riot of color in fall. Farming is still important. You’ll see plenty of cattle grazing on hillsides. It’s quiet here. Peaceful. A good place to catch your breath.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Gilmer County |
County Seat | Glenville |
Population | Approximately 7,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Glenville, Sand Fork, Normantown, Cedarville, Troy |
Interstates and Highways | US-33, WV-5, WV-18 |
FIPS Code | 54-021 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 340 sq mi (Land: 339 sq mi; Water: 1 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Doddridge County (North), Lewis County (East), Braxton County (South), Calhoun County (West), Ritchie County (Northwest) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
State | West Virginia |
Coordinates | 38.9265° N, 80.8352° W |
Etymology | Named after Thomas Walker Gilmer, a Governor of Virginia and U.S. Secretary of the Navy |
Major Landmarks | Glenville State College, Cedar Creek State Park, Little Kanawha River |
Website | Gilmer County Website |
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