Mineral rights in Gilmer County, West Virginia
Gilmer County is a quieter corner of West Virginia's mineral market, with 5 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 5
- Permits · 24 mo
down 55% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Gilmer County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| (N/A) | 3 |
| Greylock Conventional | 1 |
| Beta Helix Energy, LLC | 1 |
What the record says
Gilmer County recorded 5 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 11 in the prior 24 months. Activity centers on the Appalachian basin.
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Gilmer County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Gilmer County, West Virginia?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are (N/A), Greylock Conventional, Beta Helix Energy, LLC. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Gilmer County?
Start with the Gilmer County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
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Buying in Gilmer County?
Mineral Eagle links every permit above to the owners it affects — name by name, with the records to back it up.