Point Pleasant

Point Pleasant is a small county seat in southern West Virginia, sitting at the exact spot where the Ohio and Kanawha Rivers come together. The town spreads along the riverbanks with homes, shops, and a waterfront area connected by several bridges to Ohio.

In October 1774, Virginia militia fought Shawnee and Mingo warriors here in one of the last major battles before the Revolutionary War. The settlement later became the county seat and grew into a river trading center.

The name Tu-Endie-Wei comes from a Wyandot phrase meaning "where the two waters meet," marking the meeting point of the Ohio and Kanawha Rivers. Walking through the park today, visitors see monuments and markers that locals treat as gathering spots for community events and quiet afternoons by the water.

Visitors reach the town via bridges linking West Virginia to Ohio, with most sights located along the riverside streets. The waterfront area is easy to walk and best explored on foot.

Since the late 1960s, local reports of a winged figure known as Mothman have led to a museum and yearly festivals celebrating the legend. The story drew filmmakers and writers and shaped how visitors see the town today.

Location: Mason County

Website: https://visitpointpleasantwv.com

GPS coordinates: 38.85753,-82.12857

Latest update: December 13, 2025 16:00