Gallipolis Ferry, WV

Gallipolis Ferry is a quiet riverside community in Mason County, stretched along West Virginia Route 2 directly across from Gallipolis, Ohio. Home to around 700 residents, it offers a peaceful, rural feel with quick access to the shops, restaurants, and medical services right across the river. The Ohio River remains the center of local activity, where you can watch barges navigate through the Robert C. Byrd Locks and Dam or spend an afternoon fishing from the public pier. It is an easygoing spot for newcomers seeking scenic views and a slower pace of life.