Haunted Adirondacks: Ghostly Tales to Send a Shiver Up Your Spine
The Adirondack region's rich history can take on an eerie edge! Explore some of the region's most haunted spots, from ghostly lakeside sightings to a haunted hotel. Stick around for a chilling Adirondack-set novel that's perfect for getting into the spooky spirit of fall reading.
Haunted Legends of the Adirondacks
The Lady of the Lake (Lake Placid)
One of the Adirondacks’ most enduring mysteries. In 1933, Mabel Smith Douglass vanished while boating on Lake Placid - decades later her body was found tethered to an anchor 105 feet beneath the surface. Today, her the Lady of the Lake is said to haunt the lake near Pulpit Rock.
The Murder at Big Moose Lake
The tragic 1906 murder of pregnant Grace Brown - bludgeoned by her lover while rowing on Big Moose Lake - became national sensation. Her restless spirit is reportedly seen wandering the shore where her life ended. Visitors still tell tales of ghostly sightings in the area.
Lost Souls at the Fort William Henry Museum
Echoes of the French and Indian War linger at Fort William Henry, where visitors and staff report ghostly soldiers, unsettling footsteps, and the occasional phantom presence. It’s said the echoes of history haven’t fully departed - the museum hosts haunted history ghost tours and paranormal investigators today.
Haunting at Barkeater Chocolates (North Creek)
When a 19th-century home in North Creek became Barkeater Chocolate's chocolate factory, paranormal activity followed - flying chocolate, mysterious voices, temperature fluctuations, and doors swinging open on their own.
Ghosts of Fort Ticonderoga
Old forts run deep with lore - and Fort Ticonderoga is no exception. From a Native American girl who leapt to her death, to the anguished spirit of Nancy Coats and ghostly orbs in the barracks, visitors tell chilling tales of the past manifesting in present-day shadows.
Hotel Saranac’s Supernatural Guest List
Ranked among the nation’s most haunted hotels, Hotel Saranac hosts more than just guests. Guests and staff have witnessed flickering lights, phantom footsteps, and a man in a top hat who appears and disappears at will.
Your Next Haunting Adirondacks Novel
If these stories put you in the mood for a cozy, spooky read during your Adirondack retreat, check out Andia-ta-roc-te: Behind the Mask of Wilderness by Domenick Gasparro. This novel sets a haunting tale deep in the backcountry- perfect for curling up by a fire as you watch the fall foliage fade outside.
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