The Creepiest Hike In Vermont Takes You Through The Ruins Of A Ghost Town
Did you know that there’s a ghost town in Little River State Park? You’ll need to take the History Trail in the park to hike to this creepy spot in Waterbury, Vermont.
Back in the late 1800s, about 50 families settled in what was to become the town of Ricker Mountain. However, due to flooding and farming difficulties, families abandoned the area by the earlier 1900s. Therefore, when you hike this area nowadays, you’ll get to explore a cemetery, a wall that was once part of the town, and plenty of artifacts that have stood the test of time. Read on to learn more about what you’ll experience when you explore this creepy spot in Vermont.
To get started on your creepy adventure, head to Waterbury, Vermont. Be prepared to see eerie scenes like this one of the sun reflecting on the cemetery in the ghost town.
In addition to coming across a ghost town during your hike in Little River State Park, be careful not to stumble over these rocks as you explore this area in Vermont.
Marla is a professional writer with a passion for traveling. She's lived or traveled to 35+ countries and has visited many off-the-beaten-path sites in America. When she's not planning her next adventure, Marla also teaches ESL to international students.
