Drapers Cabin: A nice hike with a twist

Within the Morgan-Monroe State Forest, you can find Drapers Cabin a short hike off the main road. Some say it’s haunted. Other’s say it’s just a myth. Either way, the rich history of the old log cabin tucked deep into the woods of the Morgan-Monroe State Forest, is very much real.

Drapers Cabin is about a mile off the road. Mr. Draper built the cabin over 100 years ago where he operated a stone mill powered by the creek that ran alongside the cabin.

According to local legend, tragedy befell the family, leaving behind goosebump tales from visitors who hike to the cabin, particularly after dark. Some report paranormal activity takes place at the cabin.

The cabin is available to rent from April 1 through Nov. 15 and is a popular spot to stay in the spring and summer months. You can call the Morgan-Monroe Forestry for more information on cabin rental.

The old cabin offers a great reason to take a short hike into the beautiful forest of Morgan-Monroe State Forest, and maybe get a little spooked in the process.

(Prepared by the Morgan County Leadership Academy Class of 2022 on behalf of the Morgan County Bicentennial Committee)