Point Pleasant
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Point Pleasant
Locals say Mason County · “Mothman Capital of the World”
River town warmth with a legendary twist.
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Welcome to Mason County, where the Ohio and Kanawha rivers meet and the Mothman keeps watch from Point Pleasant. Whether you're here for the fishing, the history, or just to slow down, you'll find friendly folks and a pace that lets you breathe. Come sit a spell and share a story.
Clubs for Point Pleasant
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The room
One room for everyone around Point Pleasant. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
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Marketplace
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Things to do
- Tu-Endie-Wei State Park Historic site of the Battle of Point Pleasant, with a monument and riverside views.
- Mothman Statue Iconic metal statue in Point Pleasant commemorating the legendary Mothman.
- Mothman Museum Museum dedicated to the Mothman legend and local UFO history.
- Silver Bridge Memorial Memorial to the 1967 bridge collapse that killed 46 people.
- Point Pleasant Riverfront Park Public park along the Ohio and Kanawha rivers with walking paths and a boat ramp.
- Mason County Courthouse Historic county courthouse in Point Pleasant, built in 1876.
- Outdoors Fishing on the Ohio River
- Outdoors Hunting in McClintic Wildlife Management Area
- With kids Visit the Mothman Museum
- With kids Picnic at Tu-Endie-Wei State Park
- Evenings Local taverns with live music
- Evenings Karaoke nights
- Locals love Riverfront Parks
- Locals love Bait & Tackle Shops
Through the year
- Mothman Festival September Annual festival celebrating the legendary Mothman with vendors, guest speakers, and a parade.
- Mason County Fair July County fair with livestock shows, carnival rides, and local food.
- Battle of Point Pleasant Commemoration October Reenactment and ceremony honoring the 1774 battle at Tu-Endie-Wei State Park.
- Riverfront Concert Series Summer Summer concerts at Point Pleasant Riverfront Park featuring local and regional bands.
- Point Pleasant Christmas Parade December Holiday parade through downtown with floats, lights, and Santa.
Mason County has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Winters are cold with occasional snow, summers are hot and humid, and spring and fall are the most pleasant. Best: Spring and fall are the best times to be out—mild temperatures and lower humidity.
Talk like a local
- “The Point”
- Point Pleasant
- “The River”
- Ohio River
- “Holler”
- A hollow or small valley between hills
- “Crick”
- A small stream or creek
Getaways
- Gallipolis, OH Just across the river, historic town with shops and dining.
- Ripley, WV County seat of Jackson County, known for its courthouse and small-town charm.
- Athens, OH College town with Ohio University, art scene, and hiking at Strouds Run.
- Huntington, WV Larger city with Marshall University, museums, and the Pullman Square.
Local flavour
Rooting for West Virginia Mountaineers (NCAA), Marshall Thundering Herd (NCAA)
Eat and drink
- Pepperoni Rolls A West Virginia staple – soft bread rolls stuffed with pepperoni, perfect for hunting trips.
- West Virginia Hot Dogs with Slaw Hot dogs topped with chili, mustard, onions, and a creamy coleslaw – a local classic.
- Ramps (Wild Leeks) Foraged in spring, celebrated at local dinners and festivals.
- Buckwheat Pancakes A hearty Appalachian breakfast, often served with local apple butter.
- Fried Catfish Fresh from the Ohio River, a Friday-night favorite at small-town diners.
Where people go
- Riverfront Parks Along the Ohio River, perfect for picnics, fishing, and watching barges go by.
- Small-Town Diners Family-owned eateries serving home-style meals and local gossip.
- Bait & Tackle Shops Essential for river fishing and hunting excursions.
- Hunting Camps Rustic cabins and lodges in the hills, a fall tradition for deer and turkey season.
- Historic River Towns Point Pleasant, Mason, and New Haven – each with 19th-century architecture and a riverfront feel.
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Nearby
Every areaGallipolisOhioWhere the river bends and the hills roll.RipleyWest VirginiaHills, hollers, and homeJacksonOhioRugged hills, warm heartsAthensOhioA college town cradled in the Appalachian hills.PortsmouthOhioWhere the river paints the townParkersburgWest VirginiaWhere two rivers meet and the hills hold you closeHuntingtonWest VirginiaWhere the hills meet the OhioCharlestonWest VirginiaFriendly faces and rolling hills
Mason County, WV. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.