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Explore the haunting echoes of Chickamauga on this immersive evening walking tour. Guided by lantern light, discover the intertwining tales of war, legend, and the supernatural as you visit historical sites like Crawfish Springs and the Western and Atlantic Railroad. Encounter chilling stories from the second deadliest battle of the Civil War and wander through old hospital grounds echoing with wartime suffering. Delve into local legends, 19th-century true crime, and cryptid lore, including the infamous Ol’ Green Eyes. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike, offering a unique glimpse into the eerie past of Southern history.
- Guided lantern-lit evening tour through haunted Chickamauga
- Visit significant historical sites tied to Cherokee history and warfare
- Hear ghost stories from the Battle of Chickamauga and old hospitals
- Encounter local legends including cryptids and true crime tales
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We are located at 110 Gordon Street - you will see a meet here sign at the store! Free Street parking available.
Just one street away from our shop on Cove Road - we can walk you back to your car on Gordon St!
Itinerary
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As you wander the lantern-lit streets of downtown Chickamauga, you’ll pass historic brick storefronts, railroad crossings, and sites once tied to Civil War encampments and bustling boomtown industry. You’ll hear whispers of old hospitals where epidemics claimed lives, step near buildings tied to 19th-century secrets, and stop outside landmarks where railroad lore and ghostly tales collide. The walk also leads past places tied to Cherokee history, mysterious local legends, and even sightings of cryptids said to stalk the region. Every corner reveals another glimpse into Chickamauga’s haunted heart — without ever knowing where the next story might rise from the shadows.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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At Crawfish Spring, the source that gave life to Chickamauga, you’ll hear how this place shaped both Cherokee history and Civil War strategy. Legends of the Moon-Eyed People and other Appalachian mysteries surface here, where folklore blends seamlessly with fact.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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End your walk outside one of Chickamauga’s most iconic landmarks — the Gordon Lee Mansion. Built before the Civil War and used as headquarters and a field hospital during the Battle of Chickamauga, this grand home carries both history and hauntings in its walls. Guests will hear why soldiers, civilians, and spirits alike are still tied to the property, and why it remains one of the town’s most talked-about sites after dark.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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