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26-05-2025
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Ghost Town in the Sky could see a revival: What to know about potential sale
A wild-west themed amusement park in Maggie Valley may see a revival, according to the National Amusement Park Historical Association. Regional travel guide website Blue Ridge Mountain Life noted that some refer to Ghost Town Village, formerly known as Ghost Town in the Sky, as a "cursed amusement park." The gloomy title refers to the many failed attempts to reopen the park, which was once a popular attraction but has not been open since 2009. The NAPHA made a Facebook post on May 9, stating that a potential buyer from Florida expressed interest in buying the defunct amusement park. The same post said that current owner Jill McClure, who inherited the property, aims to sell it for entertainment purposes rather than to a buyer who will use it for housing. The buyer envisions "a venue featuring country music, rodeos, and festivals, aiming to keep the park family-friendly." So far, the NAPHA has mentioned only preliminary consideration of purchasing the park from the potential Florida buyer. However, current owner McClure has clarified that she hopes to sell the park, regardless, for entertainment purposes. Blue Ridge Mountain Life co-owner Larry Deane explained in a post on the website that the reasons behind Ghost Town Village's initial closure were "extensive." "Over the many years, the park just slowly ran into disrepair, having some significant infrastructure issues like water, power, sewage," Deane wrote. "After all, providing those services on the top of a mountain for an amusement park isn't easy." Deane also cited the decline in popularity of the "wild west" theme in as a reason why Ghost Town Village was closed. As the abandoned park is private property, it is unlawful to enter the area without permission. "It is illegal to enter the property, and you will be charged with trespassing per our conversation with local authorities," Deane wrote. More: Mother's Day tariff trouble: Flower costs rising. See Western NC grower options Iris Seaton is the trending news reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network. Reach her at iseaton@ This article originally appeared on Asheville Citizen Times: Ghost Town in the Sky, Ghost Town Village may attract new owner
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ghost Town in the Sky could see a revival: What to know about potential sale
A wild-west themed amusement park in Maggie Valley may see a revival, according to the National Amusement Park Historical Association. Regional travel guide website Blue Ridge Mountain Life noted that some refer to Ghost Town Village, formerly known as Ghost Town in the Sky, as a "cursed amusement park." The gloomy title refers to the many failed attempts to reopen the park, which was once a popular attraction but has not been open since 2009. The NAPHA made a Facebook post on May 9, stating that a potential buyer from Florida expressed interest in buying the defunct amusement park. The same post said that current owner Jill McClure, who inherited the property, aims to sell it for entertainment purposes rather than to a buyer who will use it for housing. The buyer envisions "a venue featuring country music, rodeos, and festivals, aiming to keep the park family-friendly." So far, the NAPHA has mentioned only preliminary consideration of purchasing the park from the potential Florida buyer. However, current owner McClure has clarified that she hopes to sell the park, regardless, for entertainment purposes. Blue Ridge Mountain Life co-owner Larry Deane explained in a post on the website that the reasons behind Ghost Town Village's initial closure were "extensive." "Over the many years, the park just slowly ran into disrepair, having some significant infrastructure issues like water, power, sewage," Deane wrote. "After all, providing those services on the top of a mountain for an amusement park isn't easy." Deane also cited the decline in popularity of the "wild west" theme in as a reason why Ghost Town Village was closed. As the abandoned park is private property, it is unlawful to enter the area without permission. "It is illegal to enter the property, and you will be charged with trespassing per our conversation with local authorities," Deane wrote. More: Mother's Day tariff trouble: Flower costs rising. See Western NC grower options Iris Seaton is the trending news reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network. Reach her at iseaton@ This article originally appeared on Asheville Citizen Times: Ghost Town in the Sky, Ghost Town Village may attract new owner
