With a population of 2,279, Spencer is at the heart of Roane County. Located centrally in West Virginia, it is just 1 hour from Charleston and Parkersburg and about 2 hours from Huntington. First Settled in 1812 by Samuel Tanner, Spencer is home to many historic attractions, some of which are included in the National Registry of Historical Places. If you are looking for recreation, Charles Fork Lake, the site of the annual Tour de Lake bike race, features boating, fishing, walking, and bike trails.