Huntington

Huntington is a city along the Ohio River in West Virginia, positioned where three states meet. Streets run parallel to the river and stretch from the waterfront back to the forested hills beyond.

The city was founded in 1871 as a western endpoint for a railroad line that transported raw materials and goods between coasts. The port later developed into an important transfer point for coal and other cargo from the Appalachian region.

Downtown hosts regular events and festivals along the riverfront that bring together residents from all three neighboring states. Local restaurants often serve dishes made with regional ingredients from the surrounding valleys and farms.

The river and surrounding hills shape orientation in the city, and visitors can navigate easily by using these natural landmarks. Most public areas and shops are near the downtown core and are walkable.

The city preserves a mural cycle from the 1930s in a public building that depicts daily life in Appalachia during that era. These artworks were created as part of a nationwide program supporting artists.

Location: Cabell County

Location: Wayne County

Inception: February 27, 1871

Founders: Collis Potter Huntington

Elevation above the sea: 172 m

Website: https://cityofhuntington.com

GPS coordinates: 38.42083,-82.42361

Latest update: December 15, 2025 06:36