In the mid-nineteenth century, Moonville was a thriving, albeit small, railroad community. The Marietta and Cincinnati Railroad built a railroad line across the yard of a man by the name of Samuel Coe. The town of Moonville was established quickly after, feasibly for one of the town’s residents, Mr. Moon. By the late 1800s, the town boasted nearly 100 residents; however, due to diminishing coal deposits in the area, Moonville was quickly abandoned. The final family moved away in 1947, and Moonville quickly became a ghost town. Today, all that remains are a few building foundations, the train tunnel, and a haunting ghost town cemetery in Ohio.
The Moonville Tunnel is perhaps one of the most fascinating and haunting landmarks in southeastern Ohio.
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What once functioned as a thriving railroad has since been converted into a popular rail-trail, attracting both history buffs and nature enthusiasts alike.
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And while the trail system is fascinating, there’s another landmark that stands as a remnant of the nearly-forgotten ghost town of Moonville.
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Just past the iron bridge, the Moonville Cemetery sits quietly on a hilltop. There are just 13 known gravesites inside, and many of the names have faded away.
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When visiting the cemetery, it’s important to respect this historic site. Some of the graves are unmarked, while others have just the faintest indication that there used to be a gravestone there.
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While exploring this ghost town cemetery in Ohio, you won’t help but feel a reverence for the community that once lived here.
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So the next time you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path destination in Ohio that provokes wonder, awe, and perhaps even some goosebumps, the Moonville Tunnel and Cemetery make for an excellent day trip destination.
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Have you ever visited the Moonville Tunnel or Cemetery? Did you know about this ghost town cemetery in Ohio? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you! For more chilling Ohio destinations, check out The Definitive Guide To All Things Haunted And Creepy In Ohio.
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Learn more about why the Moonville Tunnel is considered to be among the most haunted places in Ohio.
If you’ve never hiked the Moonville Tunnel Trail, it definitely warrants a spot on your outdoor bucket list.
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Address: Moonville Tunnel, Hope-Moonville Rd, McArthur, OH 45651, USA
