No matter the state of mind you find yourself in, New York State offers plenty of haunted places that will terrify any true believer or doubter alike. From ghostly figures to paranormal encounters, these eerie places will keep you on edge!
Ghosthunters has featured this historic house, where you may hear mysterious footsteps, whistling noises and unexplained noises. Additionally, guests have reported hearing disembodied children’s voices as well as seeing ghost-like figures lurking about.
1. Kings Park Psychiatric Facility
When considering haunted places in the US, the image that often comes to mind is of an old hotel or asylum that’s been abandoned; but these haunted locations don’t just draw ghost hunters; they offer plenty of history, culture and beauty too!
KPPC was established during the 1800s to offer treatment away from city life for individuals suffering mental health conditions, orphans, and those afflicted with tuberculosis. Many unidentified bodies have been interred on its grounds; visitors frequently hear footsteps or hear screaming at night. Movies have also been shot here and locals often organize ghost hunts or tours here.
At its height, the hospital had 9,303 patients living across 150 buildings. Mistreatment, poor living conditions and experimental therapies such as lobotomies were often observed within its walls.
2. Machpelah Cemetery
As one of New York City’s most haunted hotels, The Strand Hotel has long been associated with ghosts (such as punk rock duo Sid Vicious and Nancy Spungen). Witnesses have reported whispers, lights flickering off-and-on, the ghostly footsteps of Civil War soldier walking down cellar stairs, as well as even the smell of lilac in one of its front rooms.
Location of Fort William Henry. Visitors have reported hearing ghostly musket fire and seeing ghostly colonial-era soldiers. Visitors have even reportedly spotted ghosts of residents, such as one woman who became so terrified while waiting for her husband’s return from war that she eventually bled to death from fear while waiting.
Harry Houdini lies at rest in Machpelah Cemetery and his gravesite has become a popular location for seances on Halloween. Unfortunately, Bess was not included as she is not Jewish.
3. Flag Pole Hill
New York State is famous for the glittering cityscape of NYC, the scenic Adirondacks and Catskill Mountains, Niagara Falls’ towering cascade and Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum; but it also contains plenty of haunted landmarks for thrill-seekers or simply curious souls looking for creepy spots to visit. Below are nine haunted landmarks you should add to your itinerary for your haunted exploration experience!
This amusement park may appear to be your typical old-time 50s spot, where families come to spend their day eating greasy burgers and root beer floats on roller coasters. But at nightfall this place becomes a hotspot of paranormal activity; visitors have reported hearing eerie noises, seeing mysterious figures, and feeling cold spots; tours as well as overnight ghost hunts are available here.
4. Millermore Mansion
Built in the 1700s, this two-story mansion is widely considered one of the most haunted places near me. Renowned for its gruesome history involving a murder-suicide and the supposed death of 6-year-old girl, its history makes this residence fascinating to ghost hunters and paranormal investigators alike.
Although now a historic museum, some believe the house still houses spirits who inhabit it. Many have reported strange happenings within, including hearing strange voices and seeing orbs of light that appeared out of nowhere.
Historians and tour guides alike have reported strange encounters at this location. According to historians and tour guides, historians believe that both Minerva (wife of original owners) and Emma’s stillborn baby remain strong presences within its master bedroom and nursery respectively.
5. Dr. Best House & Medical Museum
As if frozen in time, this Victorian home and medical office serves as a reminder of small-town America. The house features Civil War artifacts as well as Dr. Best’s amputation set and human skull for visitors to view and research paranormal activities in. Tours and paranormal investigations are available daily.
At this former Shaker heritage site, this home offers guests an experience sleeping among ghosts of its former inhabitants. Visitors have reported hearing footsteps walking past, piano notes being played unknowingly and disembodied voices in the room where they have slept.
Saratoga Springs is well-known for its beautiful architecture, lively downtown district and impressive arts and culture scene – but more recently has also become a haven of paranormal activity. Experience otherworldly encounters by booking one of Haunted Saratoga Ghost Tours’ tours through this area!
