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What was once the Molly Stark Hospital in Louisville, Ohio is now a long-forgotten facility with decaying structures, lonely hallways and a restless spirit or two — or so some speculate. This abandoned hospital in Ohio is easily one of the creepiest and more notoriously haunted places in the state. Let’s take a closer look… This former hospital in northeastern Ohio, (often referred to as “Molly Stark Park,”) was constructed in the 1920s in the Spanish Revival-style....

There’s nothing quite like a good flea market! Where else can you find evening gowns, cell phone cases, and authentic cowboy boots all for sale in the same place? Luckily for Nevadans, there’s the Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet in northern Las Vegas. Not only do they have the mentioned items, but they have so much more! Drop into one of the largest flea markets in the state and enjoy a shopper’s paradise....

Carden Bottoms is situated in the Arkansas River Valley nestled between Petit Jean State Park and Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge. This once-farming community was named after James Carden who settled the region in the early 19th century. However, the land was inhabited for thousands of years by thriving Native American tribes, who also farmed the area and left behind artifacts from their rich heritage. Today, Carden Bottoms located in Yell County is perhaps most commonly known for the abandoned school that was also left behind....

A really good meal means we leave full and happy, but it doesn’t end with the entree. Sometimes the part of a meal we look forward to most is also the most decadent – dessert. While we generally begin our meal with an appetizer or a salad or a bowl of soup, we don’t always have to follow that tradition. One look at the dessert bar at this buffet in Rhode Island, and you might just want to mix things up a bit and start with a goody or two....

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and we couldn’t agree more. When it comes to breakfast and brunch, there’s one place that’s doing it better than most, and that’s Toast in New Orleans. Whether you’re a sweet or a savory breakfast eater, you’re sure to fall in love with the menu at this popular joint. Let’s take a closer look. Established in 2014, Toast is a popular neighborhood bakery and restaurant where you can feast one one of the best breakfasts in the city....

Like every other place in the United States, the history of Iowa was written long before it was part of the United States by many Native groups. Today, however, there is only one official Native settlement in Iowa – the Meskwaki settlement. Based around the small town of Tama, there are always opportunities to learn about the Meskwaki culture through the small museum on the grounds. However, once a year, curious and respectful visitors can experience the culture like never before – by visiting the Meskwaki Powwow, a four-day cultural festival in Iowa as Meskwaki Natives participate in traditional rites and dances....

Usually, general stores are convenient little spots where you can pop in to grab some essentials, but this general store in New Mexico is a little bit different. This historic spot in Hillsboro has been many things in the building’s 144 years, and these days it’s known for having some of the best pie in New Mexico. Let’s check it out: Welcome to the Hillsboro General Store Cafe. Mark Kashman/Google Hillsboro is a tiny little town in Sierra County that’s home to about 200 people....

You don’t have to travel far to find yourself in front of a delicious restaurant in Michigan, but there are few that can compare to the atmosphere and history behind Vinsetta Garage. Serving up some incredible burgers, pizzas, and some of the best macaroni and cheese in town, this is one spot where the atmosphere lands just as hard as the food. Let’s check out this awesome garage-themed restaurant, shall we?...

Unfortunately, after a successful reopening, Rogers Christmas House closed its doors to the public once more. If you are looks for another spot to get all your holiday necessities, check out our coverage of Marge’s Specialties. It’s over 50,000 square feet of Christmas goodness! If you’ve ever been through the small town of Brooksville in Hernando County, you probably remember a local landmark called Rogers’ Christmas House, which later expanded into Rogers’ Christmas House Village....

It is no surprise that Georgia has some of the most amazing restaurants in the country. Whether you’re exploring the coastal cuisine on the Atlantic or more country cooking in the north, you’ll find a bevy of unique restaurants in Georgia that are well worth the trek. If southern food is your favorite, or if you simply enjoy chowing down in some of the best of the best Georgia has to offer, then this list is for you....

Winter’s here and while it’s tempting to bundle up and hibernate ’til March, we’ve got a better idea. The Buckeye State is beautiful in the winter, offering sublime scenery and unique opportunities for cold-weather day trips and adventures. Here are some of our favorite Ohio destinations that, in our humble opinion, are even cooler in the winter. Bundle up, grab your winter travel essentials, and embrace this sublime season in Ohio — whatever it may bring....

If you hail from the Mount Rushmore State, you have probably visited and toured abandoned mines in South Dakota, but have you ever hiked to one that is hidden and little-known? Whether you have or haven’t, you are going to want to lace up your hiking boots and follow this trail that’ll take you to one of the lesser-known mines around these parts, the Empire Mine in South Dakota. Located near Rapid City, the Samelius Trailhead is a 4-mile out and back trail that leads to one of the coolest abandoned mines in South Dakota....

Alabama is home to many haunted places. From restaurants and hotels to cemeteries and houses, you never know where you’ll have a ghostly encounter in the Yellowhammer State. Two of Alabama’s most haunted places that are worth a visit are Gaineswood and Gaines Ridge Dinner Club, which you can learn all about below. Gaineswood, which was built by General Nathan Bryan Whitfield between the years 1842-1860, is a beautiful plantation home in Demopolis, Alabama....

Although the Prairie State isn’t known for having the tallest waterfalls in the country like California and Hawaii, it still has some impressive ones just the same. If you are looking for a scenic road trip, here is one leading to the tallest waterfall in Illinois. You’ll notice that there are several grouped together, from two that are close to each other up north within Starved Rock State Park and a few that are close together in the south around Shawnee National Forest....

If you love exploring abandoned buildings, you will love this road trip. It highlights some of the best abandoned places in Connecticut and offers the opportunity to look into the past like never before. But beware, because some of these places are rumored to be haunted. If you venture out to these locations, remember to respect any no trespassing signs; bring a flashlight, and wear protective footwear. You can find the map for this epic, spooky adventure on Google Maps....

As the great Freddie Mercury once said, “I want to ride my bicycle.” Seeing that the band was formed in a much older country with much older bicycle shops, they might have had slightly different scenery in mind when penning the song. Here in The Land, however, the oldest neighborhood is naturally the home of the oldest bicycle shop in Cleveland… and maybe even the nation! No matter the season, this cool locally-owned business has something to keep you active in the great outdoors....

The little town of Goldfield, Nevada, is a mostly abandoned place, but it’s different than most ghost towns. This town has many buildings still standing and looks as though its residents simply walked away and abandoned it without warning. While around 200 people still live here, it’s pretty much vacant and definitely creepy. Some say that it’s haunted too, earning it a long-standing reputation as the creepiest abandoned town in Nevada....

Charming little towns dot the landscape of Massachusetts and each one offers something different from the next. They are the heart and soul of the state where you’ll find strong community bonds as well as peace and quiet. If you’re looking to get away from it all, Heath is a rural town in Massachusetts you should check out. The town of Heath is located close to the Massachusetts/Vermont border in the northeastern Berkshires....

Every small town has its secret spots that are little known to anyone that isn’t local. Randolph is a small town on the other side of the Kennebec River across from Gardiner. It is a simple town that is mostly made up of neighborhoods, but hidden in the woods is a very interesting trail. So we wanted to highlight this little-known trail in Randolph, Maine, for everyone to enjoy. The trail goes by a couple of local names like the Narrow Gauge Trail, The Randolph Railtrail, or the IGA Trail....

In the 1960s, the world was on edge. The threat of nuclear attack loomed large and the United States wasn’t taking any chances. It developed a massive defense system to combat enemy aircraft and missiles, which included installing missile silos in the heartland. A community park in Waukesha offers a good look at an abandoned Wisconsin missile site. A short stroll will teach you more about a fascinating chapter in American history....