What is glen jean west virginia?

Glen Jean is a small unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Fayette County, West Virginia, United States. It is situated on the New River Gorge, which is a popular tourist destination for outdoor activities such as whitewater rafting, rock climbing, hiking, and mountain biking. The population of Glen Jean was 210 in 2010.

Glen Jean is home to the National Park Service's New River Gorge National River headquarters and visitor center. The center provides information about the park's history, geology, and biodiversity, as well as interactive exhibits, films, and ranger-led programs. Glen Jean is also home to the Boy Scouts of America's Summit Bechtel Reserve, which is a high adventure camp and outdoor education center.

Glen Jean has a rich history in coal mining and railroading. The town is named after the Jean Coal Company, which operated a mine in the area. In the early 20th century, the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway built a rail yard in Glen Jean to transport coal from the mines to markets across the country.

Today, Glen Jean is a quiet rural community with a few small businesses, churches, and community organizations. The town has a public elementary school and is served by nearby Oak Hill for middle and high school education.