Alabama is home to some of America’s finest trails. With that being said, the Yellowhammer State is also home to some of the nation’s most haunted trails. One of these trails is the Blue Mountain via Pinhoti Trail. For information about this haunted hike in Alabama, including its scariest feature, take a look below.

Located atop of Cheaha Mountain within the Talladega National Forest is the Pinhoti Trail, Alabama's longest hiking trail.
Pinhoti Trail, Alabama 36258, USA
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The Blue Mountain via Pinhoti Trail is a popular section of this epic trail, and it's known for attracting hikers from near and far.
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The distance of the Blue Mountain via Pinhoti Trail is a little more than six miles out and back. In certain spots it has rocky terrain, which is why this part of the Pinhoti Trail is moderately challenging.
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In addition to rocky terrain, you'll also experience some pretty incredible views, which isn't surprising since you're at the top of Cheaha Mountain, Alabama's highest natural point.
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At marker 2.1 of this trail section, you’ll arrive at Blue Mountain Shelter, which was built in 1983 and is currently used as a place for hikers to spend the night after an exhausting day of hiking. Over the years, Blue Mountain Shelter has earned a spooky reputation because of what several hikers have experienced.
Blue Mountain Shelter, Delta, AL 36258, USA
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Inside the 3-sided shelter, the phrase "There are shadow people here!" has been written. This makes a lot of sense considering many people have reported seeing shadowy figures. Strange scratching noises have also been reported. Following reports, investigators found no animals near the shelter, so could it in fact be haunted? I guess you'll have to hike this section of the Pinhoti Trail and see for yourself.
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Have you ever hiked to the Pinhoti Trail’s Blue Mountain Shelter? If so, did you have a haunting experience? Let us know in the comments below.

Alabama’s Pulpit Rock Trail is another trail in Cheaha State Park that’s a must-hike. For information, be sure to take a look at the following article: The Easy Trail In Alabama That Will Take You To The Top Of The World.

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