Are you a believer in the paranormal? If you are, then you’ll love this road trip which will take you to some of the most haunted places in CT. This haunted road trip was designed for people who love hunting down ghosts and experiencing weird phenomena, so if you’re in the mood for some otherworldly experiences, this trip is perfect for you! You can get started by checking out the interactive map.

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At 170 miles, this three-and-a-half-hour drive is short enough to be completed in one night. So whether you're planning to visit these in the afternoon or take a daring midnight adventure, you're sure to have fun! Grab some friends and gas up the car, because you're in for one epically spooky night.
1. Union Cemetery (Easton)
59 CT-136, Easton, CT 06612, USA
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Ed and Lorraine Warren wrote a book about the haunting at this cemetery, said to be one of the most demonic burial grounds in America. Beware of the White Lady, said to make nightly appearances as she walks through the graves and stands in the road to scare drivers. A visit to this haunted Connecticut cemetery is not for the faint of heart!
2. Saw Mill City Road (Shelton)
Saw Mill City Road, Saw Mill City Rd, Shelton, CT 06484, USA
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Are you afraid of the melon heads? Drive down this haunted road, said to be haunted by mutant beings. Rumor has it you can hear them breathing if you roll down the windows. Be careful around the curves too, as they might jump out and surprise! Do you dare drive down this haunted Connecticut road?
3. Sterling Opera House (Derby)
112 Elizabeth St, Derby, CT 06418, USA
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If you're looking for abandoned places in CT, the Sterling Opera House is a good one. Recently refinished on the outside, the inside has still been abandoned for decades. The hidden jail cells under the stage once held a serial killer, just feet beneath performances by Harry Houdini. This place is just eerie.

Take a look at this video by @nbcconnecticut:
4. Gunntown Cemetery (Naugatuck)
Gunntown Cemetery, Naugatuck, CT 06770, USA
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If you're looking for "haunted places near me," check out this haunted Connecticut cemetery. Established in 1790, this place is home to members of both sides of the revolution. But there are a lot of restless spirits, with claims ranging from the laughter of children to a man atop a horse. You should definitely bring your flashlight!

Take a look at this video by @matthewexplores44:
5. Snake Meadow Hill Road (Sterling)
Snake Meadow Hill Road, Snake Meadow Hill Rd, Sterling, CT, USA
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Another haunted Connecticut road you just have to try! Folks have been arguing for years about whether this is really science at work or an angry witch haunting the road. Put your car in neutral on this road and it will be pulled uphill. That's right. It will actually start rolling the wrong way!
6. Seaside Sanatorium (Waterford)
Seaside Sanatorium a Connecticut State Park, Seaside Dr, Waterford, CT 06385, USA
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The rumor mill surrounding this place is likened to Shutter Island. The abandoned medical facility lays in ruins now, but it once treated children with tuberculosis. However, it's gained a reputation over the years for being haunted and it's definitely the eeriest oceanfront location you'll ever see. If you're brave enough to visit, that is. This is one of the spookiest haunted places in CT.

Take a look at this video by @EmpireDroneWorks:

Have you ever visited any of these scary places? Let us know in the comments, and if you love the idea of this road trip to the most haunted places in Connecticut, check out this other road trip around the state’s abandoned places. You’ll love exploring what’s left of these historical locations.

Before you head out on this or any other road trip, be sure to check out our road trip essentials packing list!

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What is the most famous ghost story from Connecticut?

Connecticut is home to many historic buildings, and with many older buildings, a ghost story or two is bound to float around. One of the most famous haunted buildings in Connecticut is the Fairfield State Hospital:

  • This former mental hospital opened in 1931 and closed in 1995.
  • While there is no one specific ghost that haunts the abandoned building, many have experienced paranormal activity within the walls of the former psychiatric hospital, making it one of the most popular Connecticut ghost stories.

 

What is the most haunted town in Connecticut?

One of the most haunted towns in Connecticut is Dudleytown in Cornwall. There is allegedly a powerful curse that goes back to the early 1500s when Edmund Dudley was beheaded in England after making plans to overthrow King Henry VII.

At that time, it was said that a curse was placed on all Dudleys both past and present that all of his lineages would be met with misfortune and horror.

What is the creepiest abandoned place in Connecticut?

Connecticut has several abandoned buildings, homes, and even towns scattered throughout the state. One of the creepiest abandoned places in Connecticut is the Fairfield Hills Hospital in Newton, Connecticut. Opened from the early 1930s until 1995, this state-run hospital treated many mentally ill patients over time.

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