When some people think of fall, they think of pumpkin spice lattes, crisp walks through the woods, and crunching leaves. For others, fall is the time to gather around the campfire, tell ghost stories, and scare the living daylights out of each other. No matter your style, Hocking Hills offers the perfect fall vacation destination in Ohio. Spend your days exploring and your evenings visiting the most haunted places in Hocking Hills, Ohio.
Learn about the terrifying legends of the pale lady at Ash Cave or the brakeman at Moonville Tunnel. And nothing pairs better with your fall adventures than a cozy cabin nestled in the woods with Chalets in Hocking Hills.
Old Man’s Cave
Old Man’s Cave is one of the most popular sights in Hocking Hills, but it’s also home to one of the most famous ghost stories in the region. As legend has it, in the early 1900s, two boys followed a mysterious man and his dog to the cave, where they found remains of a 1700s trapper named Retzler.
Today, the man and his dog continue to be spotted around the cave entrance. As you are hiking to the cave, make sure to keep your eyes open for the grey-haired man still roaming the hills.
Ash Cave
Old Man’s Cave isn’t the only cave with ghost stories. Near Ash Cave, a pale lady dressed in 1920s clothing has been spotted peeking around trees and following hikers down the trail. Explore the trail to Ash Cave, and you might just encounter the pale lady during your fall hike.
Moonville Tunnel
One of the most haunted places in Ohio, Moonville Tunnel, is a must-visit for any fans of the paranormal. The tunnel is named after an old mining and railroad community that sprang up in the 1800s. At the time, many residents used the tunnel to travel from one town to another, and several deaths occurred while the railway was still in operation. Although no one lives here anymore, the legends and history of this tunnel and community remain.
The first tragedy struck in the 1800s when two trains collided and an engineer was killed. Tragedy continued when an older woman walking home on the tracks was struck, and a brakeman fell asleep on the tracks.
Find the tunnel within Zaleski State Forest along the Vinton County Rail Trail. Visit on your own or check for guided tours available during your visit.
Stay in a Hocking Hills Cabin this Fall
Want to learn more about haunted places in Ohio? Check out the book Haunted Hocking Hills by Jannette Quackenbush and read about more regional ghost stories. Plan your fall getaway with Chalets in Hocking Hills and stay in one of our cabin rentals situated in privately-owned wooded areas near the state parks.
Relax in your hot tub while soaking in views of the fall foliage, share spooky stories around the campfire, make festive treats in your kitchen, and relax in your cozy living room. Book with us today!
