Boston Mills
Helltown Legends
State: Ohio
County: Summit County
Founded: 1806
Abandoned: 1974
Peak Population: Town
Boston Mills (nicknamed 'Helltown') was emptied when the federal government bought the land for Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Abandoned buildings sparked urban legends. The Satanist church story is false - it was just a Presbyterian church.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Called 'Helltown'
- Urban legends
- Now national park
Location
Address: Cuyahoga Valley National Park, OH
Coordinates: 41.2667, -81.55