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Ghost Stories and Golden Light at the Sanatorium

Step into the quiet history of Pine City with a visit to the abandoned sanatorium, timed for when the afternoon light makes the old buildings stand out against the sky.

Best time: 15 JanuaryAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 15:39

    Nordahl Marine

    Grab a coffee or a light snack to keep your energy up before the walk. Nordahl Marine is a marina with boat maintenance services that serves as a practical stop to fuel up.

  2. 16:09

    Haunted Pokegama Sanatorium

    Walk to the Haunted Pokegama Sanatorium. This is the main event: the 1905 tuberculosis hospital that was abandoned in 1986. It is a common spot for ghost hunters and has been featured on 'My Ghost Story'. The building still stands, offering a stark, atmospheric view.

  3. 17:06

    Canoe Camp Sites

    Head to the Canoe Camp Sites for a final look at the area. This spot is about 46 minutes walk from the sanatorium, so allow time to move between locations. It offers a different perspective of the lakeside land that once housed the hospital.

Local tip

The walk between the sanatorium and the canoe sites is long. Plan your time so you are not rushing to catch the sunset light. Check the route for the best path between these two spots.

Check before you go

  • The Haunted Pokegama Sanatorium is an abandoned building. Do not enter structures that are unsafe or closed.
  • Nordahl Marine does not list specific opening hours, so call ahead to confirm they are open for retail or service when you plan to visit.
  • Sunset on 15 January is at 16:54. The golden light starts around 16:06, which is the best time for photography.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Pine City (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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