ABOUT
Point Pleasant is an unincorporated community in Tinicum and Plumstead Townships of Bucks County,Pennsylvania, United States. It lies on both sides of Tohickon Creek by the creek's confluence with theDelaware River; the creek is the dividing line between the townships.
History
The area was originally settled by the Lenape Indians who fished in the Delaware River. Its proximity to the river led to the development of grist mills. Grain for the soldiers during the Revolutionary War was ground here. In later years, Point Pleasant was a resting spot for canalmen along the Delaware Division of the Pennsylvania Canal, and a waystation for the Doylestown-Frenchtown-NewYork stage.The Bridge in Tinicum Township, Cabin Run Covered Bridge, Frankenfield Covered Bridge, and Point Pleasant Historic District are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.