Howell Run Picnic Area

Po Box 247, Elk Garden, West Virginia, United States
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Howell Run Picnic Area
Howell Run Picnic Area
Howell Run Picnic Area
Howell Run Picnic Area

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About Howell Run Picnic Area

The Howell Run Picnic Area is a day use facility overlooking Jennings Randolph Lake, providing a beautiful backdrop for picnicking, sightseeing and hiking. A nesting pair of bald eagles call Jennings Randolph Lake home. Bring binoculars for the lucky chance to spot a bald eagle.

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2026 (Current year)

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The Howell Run Picnic Area features a clean pavilion with well-placed tables. Reviewers appreciate the recent addition of electricity, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, it offers a pleasant and functional setting for gatherings.

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Linda M

July 6, 2022

We've held our family reunion here for several years and everyone loves it! The view is breath taking and the area is always clean. There are flushable toilets in the bathrooms, there is water for handwashing and small clean ups. There are plenty of picnic tables and two grills. This is a great picnic area.

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Linda M

July 10, 2025

The pavilion was clean and the tables right where they should be. The addition of electric to the pavilion is a great addition!

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Rebecca H

August 31, 2026

Had my daughter's 16th birthday party. Beautiful place

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Location & Directions for Howell Run Picnic Area

Po Box 247, Elk Garden, WV 26717 United States

Elevation: 445 ft

Getting There

From Cumberland, MD, take US 220 south to US 50W, go west to WV 42N, go north to WV 46E. Follow the signs to the Howell Run Picnic Area.

Nearest town

Elk Garden, WV - 6.4 mi

About 10 min to downtown

Highway access

The Howell Run Picnic Area is accessible via US 220, US 50, and WV 42. The area is approximately 25 miles from Interstate 68, which connects to other major routes.

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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Elevation: 2,287 ft

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