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Franklin Ghost Town is an easy, historic hiking area near Black Diamond, Washington, featuring remnants of an old coal mining town like a sealed mine shaft, a coal cart, and a cemetery, accessible via a gentle railroad grade trail along the Green River. The 2.5-mile out-and-back trail is family-friendly, dog-friendly, and offers views of the river and, on clear days, Mount Rainier, with a $5 parking fee often required at the trailhead.
Trail details
Difficulty: Easy, with little elevation gain, though some sections can be muddy or have fallen trees.
Length: About 2.5 miles round trip.
Features: A large coal cart, a sealed 1,000-foot deep mine shaft, the foundation of the powerhouse, and an old cemetery with headstones dating back to the 1890s.
Scenery: Forested, with views of the Green River Gorge and Mount Rainier on clear days.
Kid/Dog Friendly: Yes, dogs are allowed on leash, and it's suitable for families.
Getting there and parking
The trailhead is located off SE Green River Gorge Road.
Parking is available in a private lot for a $5 fee (honesty box) or you can park on the side of the road further up.
The trail starts at a yellow vehicle gate.
What to expect
Follow the wide, gravel railroad grade for most of the hike.
At the split, the left fork leads to the mine shaft and cemetery, while the right fork leads to the powerhouse foundation.
Wear long pants and waterproof shoes due to potential mud and overgrown areas.

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