![]() To learn more about the Moonville Rail Trail Association, click here. Special thanks to The Rarely Herd for their permission in using their song “Moonville Brakeman” as part of today’s episode. ![]() Moonville Tunnel offers visitors a peek at Appalachian legends. Also known as Mineral Tunnel and King’s Switch Tunnel, King’s Hollow Tunnel is located in the woods just a few miles northeast of the well-known Moonville Tunnel. If you enjoy this episode, please rate, review and subscribe to Ohio Folklore on your chosen podcast platform. Moonville Tunnel is near Zaleski, Vinton County, in Southeastern Ohio - Hiking Map and ghost Stories including the Moonville Engineer and Lavender Lady, Moonville Tunnel History, Cemetery location and Directions. Come hear the ghostly tales and the documented history of this legendary spot left yet untouched by modern civilization.Ĭome aboard this episode revealing a sparkling jewel of Ohio’s railway folklore. The Moonville Tunnel Ride 90 This scenic Ohio horseback ride takes you through the haunted Moonville Tunnel to where the old town of Moonville was once located. There is access at 1.0 mile from Township Road F3. He’s been visiting the site for more than 40 years, and still can’t get enough. The Moonville Rail-Trail is open for 1.4 miles continuous from OH-278 southwest, but there is no access to the far end of this stretch. Rich Dahn, historian for the Moonville Rail Trail Association. With the multitude of violent rail deaths that have been documented through the years, it’s no real surprise that perhaps some lost souls are still waiting for the next train.Ĭome hear the story of Mr. Claims of ghostly apparitions at this desolate location began in the late 1800’s, and persist yet today. However, it’s not just the living who answer its beckoning call. Address: Moonville Tunnel, Hope-Moonville Rd, McArthur, OH 45651, USA The OIYS Visitor Center Moonville Tunnel DecemTori Jane Where is the Moonville Tunnel in Ohio The Moonville Tunnel is a spooky reminder of what once was located nearby the Zaleski State Forest in Vinton County, Ohio. In fact, it’s handicap accessible.Īll who dare can now visit the Moonville Tunnel. Thanks to the efforts of countless local enthusiasts and state ODNR officials, this antiquated railway tunnel is now easily reached. We also host family BBQs with live entertainment. Slow cooked barbeque, craft beer, wine are served in The Lady Buck Saloon. Even in its prime during the mid-1800s, the population of Moonville, Ohio never reached more than 100 people. Enjoy our Coal Bucket Trail (1 hour), the Moonville Tunnel Trail (2.5 hours)f and the King Hollow Tunnel Ride (3.5 hours). One Of The Most Haunted Bridges In Ohio, Moonville Tunnel, Has Been Around Since 1856 The town was never very large. One monument to an era gone by once laid hidden in the overgrown hills of Ohio’s Vinton County. We run scenic, guided horseback rides through Zaleski State Forest near Lake Hope State Park.
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