Tunnelton blends railroad lore with mountain-county living in the heart of Preston County. The town takes its name from the storied Kingwood Tunnel along the historic B&O line, and that sense of grit and ingenuity still shapes daily life. Residents enjoy quick access to big-sky overlooks and hardwood forests at Coopers Rock State Forest, old-growth hemlocks at Cathedral State Park, and headwaters history at Fairfax Stone State Park. Paddlers and anglers can launch on the Cheat River via the Cheat River Water Trail, while summer weekends often lead to lake time at Tygart Lake State Park.
Families appreciate the close-knit school community, with Tunnelton-Denver Elementary feeding into countywide programs and extracurriculars, and teens heading to Preston High in nearby Kingwood. The district’s offerings are complemented by regional enrichment tied to West Virginia University in Morgantown, from STEM camps to Mountaineer game days. Healthcare needs are covered locally and close by through Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital. On free afternoons, residents stroll the West Virginia Northern Rail-Trail, swap recipes at community fundraisers, and circle fall calendars for the county’s beloved Buckwheat Festival.
Housing options range from historic farmsteads to tidy in-town homes, with country acreage still attainable and an easy drive to Terra Alta and regional job centers. Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, or landing here for the first time, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate pro to help you buy or sell with confidence.