Howell Run Picnic Area
| Address | PO Box 247, Elk Garden, WV, 26717 |
|---|---|
| State | WV |
| Reservable | Yes — reservable on recreation.gov |
| Phone | 304 355-2346 |
| Bill.M.Donnellan@usace.army.mil |
Amenities
Pets Allowed
Max Num of People: 25–30
Max Vehicle Length: 20
Driveway Surface: Paved
Picnic Table: Y
BBQ: Y
Shade: Full
Max Num of Vehicles: 20
GRILLS: Y
Checkin Time: 7:30 AM
Location Rating: Good
Checkout Time: 7:30 PM
Accessibility: Y
Accessible Sites: 1 of 3
Reservable Sites: 3 of 3
Overview
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.
Recreation
At the Howell Run Picnic Area, enjoy the panoramic view of the lake.
Walk the Lakeside trail which connects the picnic area with the Shaw Beach area.
Facilities
Shelter #2 is
Data updated: 2026-08-23 10:26 (UTC) · Source: RIDB (recreation.gov)