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National Park Service Rangers to Lead Haunted History Hike
Posted Thursday, October 22, 2009 ; 04:14 PM | View Comments | Post Comment


The haunted hike happens next Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Fayette County.

GLEN JEAN -- The Thurmond-Minden Trail in the New River Gorge National River in Fayette County winds through abandoned mining communities and some of the most picturesque scenery in southern West Virginia.

National Park Service rangers will lead a haunted hike along the trail on Oct. 30. Rangers will share tales of the areas mining and railroad history, as well as legends about odd happenings in the gorge.

Miner's ghosts, phantom trains, legendary monsters and great mysteries from history will all be explored on the walk.

The hike begins at the Thurmond-Minden trailhead parking area on Route 25 near Thurmond.

Those who participate are advised to wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. The hike is not recommended for children younger than 10 years old.

For more information, call the NPS Canyon Rim Visitor's Center at 304-574-2115.

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