This Hike Into an Abandoned Gold Mine In Georgia Is Terrifyingly Fun
Marisa Roman
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The gold rush in Georgia was a huge piece of history that we are proud to have written in the books. There are still glimpses of this history when Georgians visit small towns like Dahlonega and other abandoned mines in Georgia. However, there is one hike in Georgia that will take you through a beautiful mountain preserve, which was once the site of abundant gold mining prospects back in the 1800s. Take a look at why the Indian Seats Trail in Sawnee Mountain Preserve is worth checking out this season.
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The Creepiest Places in Georgia
What are some haunting abandoned places in Georgia?
Some haunting abandoned places in Georgia include:
- Abandoned Shacks in Hogansville. These rotting wooden houses are thought to be the homes of former sharecroppers.
- Central State Hospital. This was a mental hospital that was once the largest psychiatric facility in the world.
- Georgia BBQ Shack. This is a diminutive shack in Kingsland that was once a local favorite barbecue joint but is now empty and is falling apart.
- Harville House. This was a plantation house built in 1894 and is the source of many local urban legends.
Learn more about these and other haunting abandoned places in Georgia.
What are the creepiest small towns in Georgia?
The creepiest small towns in Georgia include:
- Allatoona. Several train conductors and engineers report seeing the spirits of Civil War soldiers haunting Allatoona Pass.
- Scull Shoals. This is a ghost town that was booming between 1840 and 1920 but was destroyed by floods, fires, and several murders.
- Hoschton. The Hoschton Water Tower is reportedly haunted by an angry ghost and if you touch the middle leg of the tower you’ll see a vision of your own death.
- Fort King George. This previous fort is rumored to be haunted by the ghosts of soldiers and it looks much like the movie “the Village”.
Discover more about the creepiest small towns in Georgia.
What are the most haunted places in Georgia?
The most haunted places in Georgia include:
- Tybee Island Lighthouse. This lighthouse in Savannah is rumored to be haunted by a lightkeeper and a young girl who issue dire warnings to visitors.
- The Pirates House. This place was once an actual pirate’s tavern during the 18th century that is said to be haunted by Captain Flint.
- Moon River Brewing Company. Those who work here claim to see mysterious figures and report physical attacks from ghosts here.
- Chetoogeta Tunnel. This tunnel was built in 1850 and was a Civil War battle site. It is said that the spirits of Confederate soldiers wander around this area.
Find out more about the most haunted places in Georgia.