This Gorgeous Lighthouse Is Actually One Of The Most Haunted Locations In The US

An iconic vision of the Outer Banks of North Carolina, the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is one of the most photographed scenes of the coast. By day, you might never suspect that this beacon could ever have a darker side. Yet countless tales of haunted spirits and paranormal activity suggest otherwise. Here's more on this gorgeous lighthouse that might just be one of the most haunted locations in America.

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is famous for being the tallest brick lighthouse in all of North America. Rising over 200 feet above sea level, the massive structure required over one million bricks to build.

The tower has an extensive history which began in 1870. It has undergone several reinforcements and even been moved a time or two. Yet today, visitors can still climb the 257 steps to the top.

The vision of the friendly Cape Hatteras lighthouse has become synonymous with the beautiful Outer Banks of North Carolina. Yet there are quite a few legends surrounding this tower that suggest its history to be a haunted one.

Those who have sailed by the lighthouse at night report spotting the ghost of Theodore Burr, who was shipwrecked near the lighthouse, walking along the beach.

Another chilling tale is that of the Carroll A. Deering ship. Famously known as the Ghost Ship, it washed ashore in 1921 completely void of passengers or equipment.

Upon further inspection, the only thing found on board was food laid out as though it had been prepared for a meal. How chilling!

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is located at 46379 Lighthouse Rd., Buxton, NC 27920 and is open to visitors every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, visit the National Parks Service website here.

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