Travel in city Ghost

I will never turn down a visit to a ghost town.

Ghost towns, abandoned homes, and deserted spaces fascinate me. 

For a family-friendly destination that has it all, look no further than east Tennessee. Nature lovers can celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday with a hike in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, thrill seekers can ride rollercoasters at Dollywood or challenge themselves to a round of laser tag, and multi-generational comrades can play mini golf, try duckpin bowling, visit the Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, or ride a chairlift to the top of a mountain for panoramic views. Keep reading to learn about top attractions and sites in the beautiful mountain towns of Gatlinburg, Sevierville, and Pigeon Forge, which are all chock-full of exciting adventures and good ole family fun.

If an autumn breeze blowing through an alpine forest at the base of a majestic mountain fills your heart with joy, Colorado is a fantastic place to be in the fall. And if ghost-hunting in historic hotels, mines, and abandoned villages with Halloween around the corner is more your speed, Colorado also ticks those spooky boxes. Whether you have a penchant for mountain life or the afterlife, Colorado has your name written all over it. To help you make the most of your fall visit this year, we rounded up 10 ways to explore Colorado’s haunted and wholesome wonders, from scenic byways and sky-high railroads to spooky hotels, abandoned villages and more.

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