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Pendleton County Convention & Visitors Bureau

About Us

At the Pendleton County Convention & Visitors Bureau (PCCVB), we know that tourism fuels this wild place—supporting small businesses, keeping traditions alive, and making sure future generations get to experience the same epic landscapes and outdoor freedom we do today. We’re proud to promote Pendleton County’s businesses and historic sites and all of the recreation that makes this place unforgettable.

Pendleton County Convention & Visitors Bureau, West Virginia

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chairperson: Lindsay Kazarick

Vice Chairperson: Melinda Brooks

Secretary: Katie VanMeter

Treasurer: Jeff Munn

Directors at Large: Janice Lantz, Cory Thomas, Sam Yokum

Executive Director:  Annie Humes

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Pendleton County, West Virginia highlighted on state map

Pendleton County, West Virginia was founded in 1787 by the Virginia General Assembly from portions of Augusta, Rockingham and Hardy Counties. The land area is comprised of 698 square miles. Of that, 29% is Monongahela and George Washington National Forest.

Pendleton County is home to Spruce Knob, the highest point in West Virginia and the Alleghenies at 4,863’. It is also home to the lowest point in the state, down at the bottom of Seneca Caverns. Seneca Rocks, one of West Virginia’s most recognized natural landmarks, is also found in Pendleton County.

Franklin is the county seat. It was established in 1794 and is comprised of 358 acres. According to the 2022 Census, 6,011 people live in Pendleton County with 721 residing in Franklin.

Home to two Mon Forest Towns – Franklin & Seneca Rocks.

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