Haunted Farm Tour with Ole Tyme Carriage Rides Gettysburg
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves walking on uneven farmland and dirt paths.
Overview
Step into Gettysburg’s haunted farmlands with Ole Tyme Carriage Rides for an hour of Civil War history, ghost stories, and hands-on paranormal gear. Discover Lost Avenue’s secrets while roasting marshmallows beside a campfire in this unique blend of history and adventure.
Gettysburg's Haunted Farm Tour
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About This Adventure
Embark on a thrilling hour-long haunted farm tour where history comes alive. Listen to captivating tales of Union soldiers, explore the eerie Lost Avenue, and use ghost hunting equipment in a landscape steeped in Civil War lore. Toast marshmallows as you uncover the secrets of this hauntingly beautiful site.
During your hour-long excursion, you will listen to your hostess recount stories of Union wagon trains which stretched for miles along Baltimore Pike, venture to the haunted pond which lays below "the Lost Avenue", or as historian call it, "Neill Avenue". General Neill's brigade occupied these woods until July 5th, 1863, his mission, to guard the right flank of the Union Army and more importantly, protect Baltimore Pike. For the soldiers stationed here, the Lost Avenue was about snipers in the shadows, skirmishes in the woods, and withering gun fire from the woods, fields, and behind stone walls which killed or wounded more than 20 Union soldiers. During your haunted farm tour, we invite you to use ghost hunting equipment, toast a marshmallow or two, and experience the untouched landscape where soldiers once roamed.
Adventure Tips
Bring a flashlight
Tours include dusk or low-light settings; a personal flashlight helps navigate uneven ground.
Dress for outdoor conditions
Wear sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, as the terrain is farm fields and wooded paths.
Use insect repellent
The wooded areas can harbor mosquitoes, especially in spring and summer evenings.
Arrive early to the meeting spot
Giving yourself time to park and check in improves the start of this tight-schedule tour.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-tailed deer wandering the farm edges
- Great horned owls calling at dusk
History
Lost Avenue was the site of intense skirmishes during the Battle of Gettysburg, with Union troops stationed to guard Baltimore Pike.
Conservation
Ole Tyme Carriage Rides promotes preservation of the historic farmland landscape by limiting group sizes to reduce impact on delicate soils and local habitats.
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Recommended Gear
Flashlight or headlamp
Essential for navigating safely during twilight or darker segments of the tour.
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Sturdy hiking shoes
Protects feet on uneven dirt and grassy terrain common to farm fields.
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Insect repellent
Keeps mosquitoes and bugs at bay during warmer months.
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Layered clothing
Adjust layers for comfort as temperatures can drop quickly after sunset.
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