Vulcan Mine
A coal fire has been burning underground here since 1896.

šŸ“œ Historic coal mine site with an underground fire burning since 1896.
šŸ” Site of multiple mining disasters and a memorial.

Why Go

šŸ”„ Witness a century-old underground coal fire
šŸžļø View barren slopes caused by the heat
ā­ Visit the memorial for miners
šŸš— Accessible by scenic county road

Why Avoid

šŸš« Mine is on private property, no direct access

Tips

šŸ‘€ View from Garfield County Road 335 or Grand River Park.
šŸ“ Memorial is in Burning Mountain Park on Main Street in New Castle.
šŸ’Ø Look for steam and smoke rising in winter.

Last updated 28 days ago

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