The Forgotten Ghost Town Of Thurmond West Virginia

The Forgotten Ghost Town Of Thurmond West Virginia

Looking to explore Thurmond West Virginia? Or maybe learn more about it’s history? If so, you’re in the right place. In this article we’ll explore how Thurmond became a ghost town, and see exactly what’s left to explore today. The History Of Thurmond Before Thurmond blossomed into a bustling boom town, it was once one…

Cheshire Ohio – The Cursed Ohio Ghost Town That Was Stolen Twice
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Cheshire Ohio – The Cursed Ohio Ghost Town That Was Stolen Twice

As I arrived in Cheshire Ohio a bit past 12am, the entire world seemed to stand still. The land itself had an ominous feeling. It almost felt cursed. Massive cooling towers pumped starch white smoke into the night sky, and the crackling and humming of high voltage power lines pulsated in the distance. Homes without…

Chippewa Lake Amusement Park | 142 Years Of History

Chippewa Lake Amusement Park | 142 Years Of History

I don’t know what draws so many people to build amusement parks by lakes in Ohio. Maybe it’s for the view. Maybe it’s for recreational opportunities. Or maybe because the only other alternative is a cornfield. Welcome to Chippewa Lake, a small lake just south of Medina that has provided entertainment for its inhabitants of…

Abandoned Railroads In Oregon You Can Hike To [MAP]

Abandoned Railroads In Oregon You Can Hike To [MAP]

When I visited Oregon, one of my most memorable experiences was getting lost down the abandoned railroads and logging trails. It was beautiful, but I don’t want to romanticize getting lost in the woods. With no service, in a two seater rental coup I wish I had a decent resource to help me navigate. Below…

Hunted Down In An Abandoned Renaissance Faire

Hunted Down In An Abandoned Renaissance Faire

Pirate ships, sword fights, and burly dads inhaling turkey legs. This is what makes renaissance faires truly great. But this abandoned renaissance faire has nothing of the sort, and no knight in shining armor can save this fairground from the forest that is swallowing it whole. Deep In the marshes of the Virginia wetlands is…

A Guide To The Abandoned Turnpike In Pennsylvania

A Guide To The Abandoned Turnpike In Pennsylvania

Buried deep in the forest just off of route 76 in Pennsylvania, is an abandoned stretch of highway that has been receding back into woods for over 50 years. Let’s dive into the history of the abandoned PA turnpike, and see what’s left to explore. Pennsylvania Turnpike History So what could possibly cause 13 miles…