West Virginia DMV Launches 'Cryptids' License Plate

West Virginia DMV launches 'Cryptids' license plate

According to a press release from the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (WV DMV), starting on Nov. 2, a brand new West Virginia license plate featuring local famous cryptids will be available for purchase. West Virginian's, and even those outside of the state, will recognize the Flatwoods Monster, Mothman, Bigfoot, Batboy and more.

West Virginia now has a license plate full of cryptids, including Mothman

If you live in West Virginia, you're lucky enough to get a cryptid-themed license plate. West Virginia is the only state that offers a cryptid-themed plate, including multiple beloved monsters from popular urban legends. All of the creatures are from urban legends that are specific to West Virginia lore. — Read the rest

West Virginia DMV unveils mysterious new “Cryptids” license plate

The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles is unveiling a new license plate, available for sale on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026.

West Virginia DMV debuts cryptid-themed license plates statewide

The plates feature nine West Virginia folklore figures.

West Virginia DMV releases new cryptid license plates by late artist Jesse Corlis

The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles unveiled a new cryptids themed license plate in a news release Oct. 29, 2026. It was designed by local artists Jesse Corlis and features nine different cryptids with ties to locations around the state.

New West Virginia license plate features the state's popular cryptids

A spooky new license plate is available in West Virginia.The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles on Thursday unveiled a new license plate featuring nine di