North Carolina is a treasure trove for fans of the creepy, macabre, and downright haunted. From infamous supernatural sites to immersive haunted attractions and ghostly tours, the state offers a spine-tingling variety of experiences. Here are ten must-see destinations and experiences for anyone who loves the eerie side of travel.
1. Devil’s Tramping Ground: A legendary barren circle in Chatham County where nothing grows, said to be the devil’s nightly haunt. Items left in the circle reportedly vanish by morning.
2. Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh: Known for the Spinning Angel statue whose eyes are said to follow visitors, and reports of ghostly voices and Civil War-era gunfire.
3. Lydia’s Bridge, Jamestown: The site of North Carolina’s most famous ‘vanishing hitchhiker’ legend, involving the ghost of a young woman seeking a ride.
4. Battleship North Carolina, Wilmington: Visitors and caretakers have reported unexplained sounds and apparitions aboard this WWII battleship, which offers ghost tours.
5. The Haunted Duke Mansion, Charlotte: This historic mansion is said to be haunted by tales of tragic love and lingering spirits.
6. Brown Mountain Lights: Mysterious orbs of light appear on Brown Mountain after dark, with legends attributing them to spirits of lost maidens.
7. Pinhead’s Graveyard, Canton: An outdoor haunted attraction featuring iconic horror movie characters, highly rated among haunted attractions in the state.
8. Haunted Forest at Panic Point, Youngsville: A haunted theme park with multiple attractions, popular for elaborate scares and immersive experiences.
9. Henry River Mill Village: Known for paranormal tours and its appearance in ‘The Hunger Games,’ offering hands-on ghost-hunting experiences (general knowledge; not directly cited in search results).
10. Replica of the Michael Myers House, Hillsborough: A life-size replica of the house from ‘Halloween,’ open for tours and horror fans.
Sources:
- https://www.northcarolinahauntedhouses.com
- https://nchauntedfarm.com/home/
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LstdpBWkSws
- https://darksidehauntedestates.com
- https://www.visitnc.com/first-in-fright