Gilbert, West Virginia

Gilbert is a town in Mingo County, West Virginia, United States, along the Guyandotte River. The population was 333 at the 2020 census. Gilbert was incorporated in 1918 and named for Gilbert Creek, which derives its name from the name of an early traveler in the area who was killed by Native Americans. Gilbert is known nationwide for the Hatfield-McCoy ATV Trails that are located in the area. There are a number of lodges and restaurants in Gilbert.

Gilbert, West Virginia
Town
Central Avenue in Gilbert
Motto: 
You should see the hills from here!
Location of Gilbert in Mingo County, West Virginia.
Coordinates: 37°36′52″N 81°52′2″W
CountryUnited States
StateWest Virginia
CountyMingo
Government
  MayorJennifer Miller
  RecorderMichael Fox
  CouncilRob Bobbera, Brandon Cline, Olivia Glanden, Quinn Miller, Kyle Surber
Area
  Total1.04 sq mi (2.70 km2)
  Land0.99 sq mi (2.58 km2)
  Water0.05 sq mi (0.12 km2)
Elevation
840 ft (256 m)
Population
 (2020)
  Estimate 
()
333
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
  Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
25621
Area code(s)304 & 681
FIPS code54-30772
GNIS feature ID1539390
Websitehttps://www.gilbertwv.com/

On July 1, 2023, after a months-long design contest, the town announced its new flag, "The Star of Bright Promise."

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