The Appalachian Mountains can be a scary place, especially at night. I’ve spent hours driving around them without cell service. One tale that many may not be aware of is the story of the witch said to hunt little children on Norton Creek Trail near Lake Fontana. As you may recall, we have written numerous…
The Legend of the Rum Keg Girl
The Old Burying Grounds, a historic cemetery located on Ann Street in Beaufort, North Carolina, is a serene and beautiful place. The earliest marked grave dates to 1711. A canopy of moss-covered live oak trees shades tombstones within. But one grave in the cemetery has a unique story to tell. In the 18th Century, a…
The North Carolina Headless Horseman
Western North Carolina offers residents and visitors scenic views, peace, beautiful places, and ghost stories. One town near Asheville has a legend dating back to the Civil War. When I’m in this region, I always keep my eyes open because of the paranormal hot spots associated with it. I often find myself in rural places…
Is This the Most Haunted Building in Morehead City
Built in 1929 by Earle W. Webb, the Webb Memorial Public Library in Morehead City, North Carolina, is reportedly one of the area’s most haunted locations. The Webb family’s home was previously used as a commercial space until 1936, when it was converted to public use following the death of the Webb family’s son. It…
Is This Former North Carolina Hospital Haunted
The historic Ashe County Hospital, located at 410 McConnell Street in Jefferson, North Carolina, is no longer operational as a medical facility. It now serves a different purpose after the hospital was closed many years ago. Author Sherman Carmichael writes about the old hospital on page 139 of his book, Mysterious Tales of Western North…
This North Carolina Bridge Will Give You Something to Scream About
In the wide-open farmland just outside of Williamston, North Carolina, sits a bridge named “Screaming Bridge” on Yarrell Creek Road, which is said to be haunted. The bridge’s name and its haunting tale are enough to make one scream in silence from fear. Years ago, Mr. Yarrell and his beloved wife operated an old mill…
Is This Historical North Carolina Cemetery Haunted
I am frequently asked if Riverside Cemetery, located at 53 Birch Street in Asheville, North Carolina, is haunted. It’s a place of mystery because we don’t hear many tales associated with it, but it’s undoubtedly historical. The cemetery dates back to 1885 and spans over 87 acres, housing more than 13,000 graves. It is the…
The Hunter of Purgatory Mountain
No one knows where the name originated, but if you have ever visited the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro, you have been on Purgatory Mountain. In 1971, a land grant of nearly 1,400 acres from Purgatory Mountain was issued to designate and build the state’s Zoo and Botanical Gardens. Some believe the name originated from…
The Haunted Bentonville Battlefield in North Carolina
Four Oaks, North Carolina, was home to the last major Confederate offensive against General Sherman and the Federal army. The three-day Battle of Bentonville is the largest in North Carolina history, and some believe the grounds may also be one of the most haunted. Visitors to the property have experienced the sounds and smells of…
The Legend of Oregon Inlet in North Carolina
Oregon Inlet is a natural channel on the Outer Banks of North Carolina that separates Bodie Island from Pea Island and joins Pamlico Sound to the Atlantic Ocean. A hurricane that sliced through the area in 1846 formed the inlet, which even has a legend behind it. The legend says that in September 1846, a…