Ranger Discovers Hidden Type Seven Creature in Red River Gorge, Warns of Migration Northward
Posted Tuesday, May 13, 2025
By Squatchable.com staff
Title: A Park Ranger's Terrifying Encounter with the Unknown
Hello Squatchable readers!
I recently stumbled upon a chilling video from the YouTube channel Old Hillbilly Horror, and I couldn't help but share this harrowing tale with you all. The video features a senior park ranger named Nate Callaway, who has been stationed in Kentucky's Red River Gorge Outpost for over 15 years.
In the video, Nate recounts a chilling encounter he had last October while on patrol. He was called to investigate a strange discovery made by a volunteer ranger near Chimney Top Rock. Upon arriving at the scene, he found only his pack, half-torn and stained with something dark. The smell that hit him was unlike anything he'd ever encountered - copper, rot, and musk.
Following the trail, Nate found massive, deep footprints that were spread wider and had a longer heel than any human's. He radioed for backup but was left alone in the woods, where he spent the night huddled by a fire, his rifle always within reach. The silence of the forest was unnerving, and he could feel a presence watching him.
The next morning, Nate discovered a clearing he'd never seen before, in the center of which was something impossible - a cage built of thick rusted steel. The claw marks on the bars were fresh, and the paint on the side of the cage bore the words "Property of US Containment Unit 7." Nate had never heard of a containment unit 7, and this discovery only deepened the mystery.
As he continued his investigation, Nate found more evidence of something otherworldly lurking in the woods. He stumbled upon a hand-drawn map with strange red X's marked across certain ravines, and near the cage, he found the word "nest" scribbled in faint, peeling paint.
This encounter left Nate shaken and determined to uncover the truth. He set out to find the legendary Ellis Turner, an old ranger who had disappeared over a decade ago, leaving behind a cabin off the beaten path. Nate found the cabin and was greeted by Ellis, who looked like he hadn't aged a day since his disappearance.
Ellis shared with Nate his own experiences with the mysterious creatures, calling them "Type Seven." He warned Nate that they don't come alone and that if one had found him, the others were already close. Nate left Ellis's cabin before dawn, shaken but determined to uncover the truth.
This video is a must-watch for all Squatchable readers. It's a chilling reminder of the mysteries that still lurk in our forests and the importance of continuing to investigate and uncover the truth about these elusive creatures. Be sure to check out the video on Old Hillbilly Horror's YouTube channel and let us know what you think in the comments!