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The Mystery of the Devil’s Tramping Ground

Deep in the woods of Chatham County, NC, lies a mysterious, perfectly circular patch of barren earth known as the Devil’s Tramping Ground. Locals tell eerie tales of the Devil himself pacing here, plotting his wicked plans. Learn more about the folklore surrounding the Tramping Ground and meet the family who has owned it for over a century.

My Home, NC is a local public television program presented by PBS NC that shares heartwarming stories about the people, culture, food, and music of North Carolina. Each episode of this half-hour magazine program features several short-form documentary character profiles that are produced across the state.

Official Website: https://pbsnc.org/myhomenc/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MyHomeNC

Credits:

Director/Editor: Cliff Bumgardner Cinematography: Emily Frachtling, Cliff Bumgardner Drone Pilot: Brandon Clarke Executive Producer: Heather Burgiss

Thank you to Tamara Dowd Owens, Keith Owens, Alex Owens, Jackson Owens, the Wilson Library, Rich Hayes, Deep Chatham Paranormal, WRAL and WFMY.