Grant County, County in West Virginia, United States
Grant County spans 480 square miles across the Potomac Highlands region, with Petersburg as its administrative center and the Monongahela National Forest surrounding the territory.
The county emerged from Hardy County in 1866, receiving its name from Civil War General Ulysses S. Grant, who later became the 18th President of the United States.
Petersburg, the county seat, participates in the Mon Forest Towns program, connecting communities around Monongahela National Forest to strengthen local development and environmental protection.
The North Fork Mountain Trail extends for 24 miles through Grant County, offering multiple access points for hikers and opportunities to observe local wildlife.
The Eastern Soaring Center at Grant County Airport provides glider flights above the Potomac Highlands, revealing the landscape patterns from an aerial perspective.
Location: West Virginia
Inception: February 14, 1866
Capital city: Petersburg
Shares border with: Garrett County, Pendleton County, Tucker County, Randolph County, Preston County, Hardy County, Mineral County
Website: http://grantcounty.wv.gov
GPS coordinates: 39.10000,-79.20000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:22
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