While there is much to be said about hauntings in and around Florida, nothing quite compares to this little story I’m about to share. Cassadaga, Florida has gained huge popularity within the spiritualist community, but, as you’ll soon learn, there’s much more to this known witch town in the Sunshine State. So, if you’re ready to be creeped out, we invite you to read on about Cassadaga’s history.

For most people, the tiny town of Cassadaga, Florida is known as the Psychic Capital of the World.
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This secluded community, with a reputation for being a witch town in Florida, is known for psychics and mediums communicating with ghosts and other spirits.
The Cassadaga Spiritualist camp began around the late 1800s, after being founded by Georgia P. Colby, a trance medium from New York who once traveled the country performing seances and readings.
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After Colby was contacted by the spirit of a Native American named Seneca, who was claiming to be Colby’s spirit guide, he traveled to Cassadaga, Florida to found the spiritualist camp.
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As the camp thrived for many years, attracting visitors and spiritualists from all over the globe, many people were not happy with the refuge for mystics in this Florida witch town.
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Many people who visited the so-called witch town in Florida thought the camp was the work of the devil and was populated by witches and pagans.
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Per Cassadaga Florida's history, rumors soon began circulating that this secluded Florida witch town, located in the backwater of the state was actually where the Devil lived.
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Stories of bodies being dumped in the nearby lake began to pop up, including those who died from human sacrifice and satanic rituals.
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There is even a graveside bench located in the town’s cemetery that is known as The Devil’s Chair and is said that the Devil will often appear to anyone bold enough to sit on it when they visit this witch town in Florida.
Today, Cassadaga, Florida still exists offering a variety of spiritual tours, seances, psychics, and mediums for anyone interested in visiting.
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While many Floridians still are met with apprehension when they hear the town’s name, it is up to the visitor to decide whether or not the creepy accounts of Cassadaga Florida's history are a true misconception.
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Although visiting the town today might give many people the creeps, it’s the history of this small town in Florida that could easily leave you with goosebumps and the creeps.
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Have you ever been to Cassadaga, Florida? If so, were you creeped out during your visit to this known witch town in Florida? Feel free to share your experiences with us in the following comments section!

If you’d like to explore some more spooky spots in the Sunshine State, I also suggest looking at our guide to creepy Florida destinations. For more fun adventures when you’re in Florida, I recommend checking out Viator as well.

 

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Marla S. | October 13, 2023

What are some creepy destinations to visit in Florida?

Aside from Cassadaga, the following is an overview of some creepy destinations to visit in Florida:

 

What are some of the most well-known ghost towns in Florida? 

Here are some of the most well-known ghost towns in Florida:

  • Picture City: This unique ghost town in Florida was created to be a Greek-inspired backdrop to film movies.
  • Yamato Colony: This ghost town was developed in the early 20th century to serve as a Japanese farming community.
  • Atsena Otie Key: Prior to being wiped out by a hurricane in 1896, this town had booming lumber and fishing industries.
  • Brewster: This former phosphate mining town was shut down due to health concerns.
  • The Koreshan State Historic Site: You'll find the remnants of this former religious community in Estero, Florida.

 

I also invite you to check out this Florida road trip to ghost towns throughout the state.

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