About this city
Point Pleasant is a compelling and historic river city located at the confluence of the Ohio and Kanawha rivers in Mason County, West Virginia. It holds an indelible place in history as the site of the 1774 Battle of Point Pleasant, recognized by some as the initial conflict of the American Revolution. In modern pop culture, the town has earned global fame for its close, enduring ties to the eerie legend of the Mothman, drawing thousands of paranormal enthusiasts every year.
Location & Administrative
County
Mason
Time Zone
EST
State Code
WV
Transportation & Accessibility
Nearest Airports
CRWCMH
Getting Around
Car RequiredWalkable
Weather & Timing
Best Months
AprMayJunSepOctNov
Average Temperature
Peak Season
Spring
Off Season
Deep Freeze Season
Economics & Local Vibe
Population
City proper 4.0K
Sales Tax
7%
Key Industries
Paranormal TourismAgriculture and River Shipping
Practical Tourism Metadata
Suggested stay: 1 day
Snap a photo with the famous metallic Mothman Statue and browse the eerie Mothman Museum, explore the historic log cabins at Tu-Endie-Wei State Park, and step back in time at the West Virginia State Farm Museum.
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