"Sutton, Braxton County, West Virginia" Sutton by Stephen-KarenConn

Sutton Travel Guide: 7 reviews and 29 photos

Braxton County Courthouse, Sutton, WV

Sutton, established in 1824, is the seat of Braxton County, West Virginia, along the Elk River. The population was 1,011 at the 2000 census.

I stopped for the night here during a road trip through West Virginia. Although this is obviously not a wealthy town, it is located in a very scenic setting, steeped in history and the people are as friendly as any you will ever meet. There are also several recreational and historic attractions in the area that are well worth a visit.

Sutton Historical Marker

Last visit to Sutton: Jul 2006
Intro Updated Aug 13, 2006
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Entrance to the Braxton County Courthouse - Sutton

Sutton Downtown Historic District Things to Do (3)

Several buildings in downtown Sutton are on the National Register of Historic Places. Notable among these is the County... more travel advice

The Elk River, flowing past downtown Sutton - Sutton

The Elk River Favorites (2)

The Elk River, one of West Virginia's most scenic streams, flows through Sutton. The river rises in the western part of... more travel advice

Sutton Dam Things to Do (3)

Just east of Sutton you will find the Sutton Dam, which impounds Sutton Lake. The Dam, built and operated by the U.S.... more travel advice

Elk Motor Court, Sutton, West Virginia - Sutton

Clean and Cheap Hotels (1)

This small mom-and-pop motel with only 12 rooms is exactly the kind of place I love to find when I am traveling alone on... more travel advice

Restaurants (1)
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SuttonHistorian Feb 12, 2011 at 7:45 PM

It should be noted that Indians never burned Sutton. They were long gone before settlers built the town. Elk River is the longest river entirely in WV.
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tpal Feb 22, 2008 at 10:43 AM

Hi Stephen, Carol and I are taking a road trip (Buffalo to Key West) next week and I think we'll stop in Sutton enroute to Asheville. Definately will try the Elk Motel. Hope all is well with you and Karen...Tom
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Bwana_Brown Aug 13, 2006 at 2:02 PM

West Virginia, like everywhere else, really looks a lot better with summer lushness than when I visited in March! Great vignettes on this picturesque little town.
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deecat Jul 27, 2006 at 12:40 PM

Americana at its best. Sutton Lake seems like a small version of KY Lake. Loved the 1881 Braxton Co. Jail! Fire history was fascinating. That motel reminds me of my childhood vacations. Good use of "extra" Photos.