Thurmond
More Than Cincinnati
State: West Virginia
County: Fayette County
Founded: 1873
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Coal railroad
Thurmond once processed more freight than Cincinnati and was a major C&O Railway hub. The longest-running poker game in history allegedly ran here for 14 years. About 5 residents remain. Now part of New River Gorge NPS.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- More freight than Cincinnati
- 14-year poker game
- 5 residents
Location
Address: Thurmond, WV (NPS)
Coordinates: 37.965, -81.085