Abandoned Henry River Mill Village
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An abandoned village that served as the post-apocalyptic wasteland District 12 in 'The Hunger Games' film.

šŸ“œ Henry River Mill Village, an abandoned textile village in Burke County, North Carolina, ceased operations in 1971 and was fully abandoned by 1987.
šŸ” Famous as District 12 in 'The Hunger Games' film.

Why Go

šŸŽ¬ Explore a well-known film location
🚶 Take guided tours to learn about local history
šŸ” Opportunity to stay in a restored mill house vacation rental
šŸ›ļø Witness an unaltered example of an early industrial environment

Why Avoid

āš ļø Some abandoned homes are dangerous inside due to collapsing floors
🚫 The site is private property, access is limited to events and guided tours

Tips

šŸ…æļø Free roadside parking available
šŸ“ Located near I-40 Exit 119, GPS address: 4255 Henry River Road, Hickory

Cost

šŸ’° Guided walks cost $15 per person; vacation rental prices vary.

Hours

šŸ•’ Guided tours are available year-round; check the official website for specific info and tickets.

Last updated 8 days ago

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