West Virginia offers plenty of options when it comes to horse betting. These options range from betting on live thoroughbred racing and simulcast races from around the country to online wagering on your computer or mobile device.
Here is your complete guide to horse race betting in West Virginia, including everything you need to know about where you can place bets in person or online.
Top site to bet on horse races online in West Virginia
West Virginia live racing and simulcast betting
West Virginia offers several options for those looking to make some bets on live horse and greyhound races. Here’s a look at the options available to bettors in the Mountain State.
Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack, & Resort
Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack, & Resort is a riverfront casino and racing getaway close to Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Columbus. Its location makes it convenient to take in some live thoroughbred action.
Daily live racing runs from May through December, but simulcast racing is available year-round. The casino even offers an OTB area in the main casino. The property offers a great facility and surroundings for every level of gambler from the casino to the horse track.
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races offers race fans plenty of fun and some big races throughout the year including the $1.25 million Charles Town Classic, Race for the Ribbon, and West Virginia Breeders Classics. A visit to the track also includes a picturesque view of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Live thoroughbred racing runs year-round with simulcast wagering offered from numerous tracks. Grab a seat and place your bet, post time is near.
Mardi Gras Casino and Resort
Take a shot at that 10-cent superfecta at the Mardi Gras Casino and Resort greyhound track, with live racing all year. Simulcast racing is also available each day from tracks all across the country, all in a comfortable environment.
Bettors can even make a few wagers while dining or sipping a nice cocktail.
Wheeling Island Hotel Casino Racetrack
While it may not boast live horse racing, Wheeling Island Hotel Casino Racetrack offers plenty of track action in the form of live greyhound racing as well as plenty of simulcast wagering from horse tracks around the country along with its traditional casino, poker room, and sportsbook. The greyhound racing runs year-round, Wednesday through Sunday.
The property recently renovated the racing area including non-smoking and smoking floors, simulcast flat-screen TVs, private TV betting stations, and re-opened the bar and concessions with an improved menu.
West Virginia mobile and online horse race betting
Can’t make it to the track or simulcast area on race day to make that wager? Here are some online options available to horse racing bettors, all licensed in the US within legal jurisdictions including West Virginia.
FanDuel Racing
FanDuel Racing offers a chance to bet on races at a plethora of tracks, including those in West Virginia. Check out the action right on the app and then place a bet all from the comfy confines of your couch or easy chair. New users to FanDuel Racing WV can take advantage of the site’s welcome offer, a No Sweat First Bet worth up to $500 back as a bonus if your first single-horse bet loses.
TwinSpires.com
TwinSpires.com is the official wagering site of Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby. It offers an easy option for wagering at tracks all over the country including West Virginia. Of course, that also includes the famed Churchill Downs. Deposits are easy, and the site features plenty of free research information to help with your handicapping.
Bets.DRF.com
Bets.DRF.com is the official wagering platform of the Daily Racing Form, a massive source of information for horse bettors around the world. The site offers numerous tracks, including West Virginia, and features a ton of information for those looking to go deep in their research before hitting the virtual betting window.
NYRABets.com
NYRABets.com is the official betting site and app of the New York Racing Association that is available around the country. It features more than 250 race tracks from around the world, and that includes races from Charles Town. Bettors can earn bonuses daily, and the site offers several promotions for new depositors. The site features numerous resources and live videos and replays and even advance ticket sales for Saratoga, the Belmont Stakes, and more.
West Virginia responsible gambling resources
If gambling stops being just for fun, it is time to seek help. West Virginia takes responsible gambling seriously and thus provides many resources for those who are experiencing issues related to problem gambling.
There are several resources available to problem gamblers or their families in West Virginia:
- 1-800-GAMBLER — The Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia.
- Gamblers Anonymous — A peer support group for problem gamblers.
- Gam-Anon — A peer support group for families and friends of problem gamblers.
- Gamtalk — An online discussion forum for problem gamblers.