Moonville
Ohio's Most Haunted
State: Ohio
County: Vinton County
Founded: 1856
Abandoned: 1947
Peak Population: 100
Moonville was a tiny mining and railroad town in the Appalachian hills. Multiple people died on the railroad tracks, and legends of ghosts grew. The Moonville Tunnel survives, covered in graffiti but still atmospheric. Ghost hunters regularly visit.
Railroad Deaths
Several residents were killed by trains. Their ghosts allegedly wave lanterns to warn travelers.
The Tunnel
The brick-lined Moonville Tunnel is the main attraction. It's covered in graffiti but maintains an eerie atmosphere.
Timeline
- 1856 - Founded Railroad and mining began
- 1947 - Abandoned Last residents left
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Moderate - hiking
Time Needed: 2 hours
Quick Facts
- Called Ohio's most haunted place
- Tunnel still standing
- Popular with ghost hunters
Location
Address: Zaleski State Forest, Ohio
Coordinates: 39.3033, -82.3433