Place:Gilbert, Mingo, West Virginia, United States

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NameGilbert
TypeTown
Coordinates37.614°N 81.867°W
Located inMingo, West Virginia, United States
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Gilbert is a town in Mingo County, West Virginia, United States, along the Guyandotte River. The population was 450 at the 2010 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.

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