The Creepiest Hike In South Dakota Takes You Through The Ruins Of An Abandoned Ghost Town
Whether you love beautiful, short and sweet, butt-busting, or urban hikes, South Dakota has you covered, thanks to trails in literally every corner of the state! Do you consider yourself a fan of creepy and somewhat haunting hikes? There is a trail for you, too, via this South Dakota hike that takes you through the ruins of an abandoned ghost town:
Founded in 1890, Spokane - like many towns of its time - was intended to be a gold mining town but would turn up even more precious ore, including silver, copper, and lead, for starters.
Despite other businesses trying to come in and re-vamp the town and mines, Spokane would remain a ghost town, leaving behind haunting remnants of a happier and more prosperous time.
When you visit Spokane today, you, too, will discover what is left of this historic area, including the old schoolhouse, empty homes and foundations, rusting cars, and a root cellar.
Spokane can be found by taking Iron Mountain Road to Forest Service Rd 330, turning north, and looking for the marked Forest Service trail. Once you find the marked trail, follow the path for 1 mile.
