With some awesome road trip options available in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much more difficult to explore everything that Elkins, 25 miles away, has to offer. Among your first stops here ought to be Davis and Elkins College, Elkins City Park and Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center. Located 25 miles away, Davis is another place to aim for. If you stop by, be sure to check out Blackwater Falls State Park, Canaan Valley Ski Resort and Timberline Four Season Resort.