Facts below are drawn from the linked sources.
Real history
Forestville was settled in 1852 and had a post office from 1855 to 1902. After the railroad bypassed it in 1868, the Meighen family bought up the town, owning all of it by 1889; their store closed in 1910. Forestville State Park was authorized in 1949, and the Minnesota Historical Society runs Historic Forestville (Wikipedia).
Ghost stories
We found no well-sourced ghost legends for this place. It is listed for its abandoned history.
Then and now
Public access
Open to the public The Minnesota Historical Society lists Historic Forestville admission as free, with a state park vehicle permit required for parking (Minnesota Historical Society). Last checked: Nov 1, 2026.
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