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A mysterious past
If you have ever stepped foot into Ash Cave and felt its unique ambiance, it shouldn't be a surprise to find for many hundreds of years, travelers have visited the cave before you. In fact, when one of the first early settler families set up home here, they found nearly three feet of ashes from centuries of campfires in the cave. Many an archeological digs have found the remains of early Native Americans buried beneath the sand and graphiti on the wall includes some of the area's early founders.
Interestingly enough, if visitors look closely, they can see a few remnants of those who came before them. Take for instance the grooves in the rocks next to the steps leading beneath the waterfall. These deep furrows were used for knife sharpening by Native Americans and can be seen throughout the cave.
A Ghost Story
If you like ghost stories, Ash Cave also has a legend of a pale lady who walks the trails peering at hikers from behind trees and even joining naturalist-led hikes. You can find more information about The Pale Lady of Ash Cave on http://www.hauntedhocking.com.
