You’ve probably heard of the Appalachian Trail. It’s a 2,000-mile thru-trek that winds up and down the Appalachian Mountain range connecting Springer Mountain in Georgia to Maine’s Mount Katahdin. Virginia holds the most miles of the entire trail — approximately 500 of them. And while the Appalachian Trail is famous for its striking beauty, ancient forested surroundings, and friendly communities it passes, it’s also holding another secret: it’s an allegedly haunted trail in Virginia. Continue reading to learn more about what makes this trek so undeniably spooky.

If you're a Virginia hiking enthusiast, odds are that you've likely hiked at least a dozen miles of the Appalachian Trail throughout your career.
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Perhaps you've even hiked the entire route through Virginia. Either way, if you're familiar with the trail, you know just how beautiful it can be.
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Those familiar with all corners of the trail — especially the parts that wind through the deep, dark woods — swear there's another side to it. And it's quite chilling.
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Anyone who has hiked the trail alone knows that the silence is almost eerie. Errant squirrels running through the woods or the snapping of a twig can sound downright terrifying.
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Many swear there are Appalachian Trail ghosts, some who wander in the woods near the trail
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One particularly chilling account tells of a ghost in flannel with white, vacant eyes.
Of course, this is no reason to avoid the trail. Perhaps its haunted nature adds another layer of intrigue.
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So the next time you embark on an Appalachian Trail hike, just know that there's no guarantee that you won't be spooked!
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Have you hiked the Appalachian Trail recently? Do you agree that it’s a truly haunted trail in Virginia? Feel free to share your thoughts and experiences with us in the comments – we would love to hear from you!

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