Driving Down This Haunted Georgia Road Will Give You Nightmares
By Marisa Roman|Published March 14, 2016
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Marisa Roman
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A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
Most of us love a good ghost story— with the chills running up and down our arms, and the adrenaline pumping at full-speed throughout our bodies. Many people seek out scary experiences just to feel the rush. If you’re the type of person who loves a good haunting, then you must drive through Ebenezer Swamp in the Gullah territory of Savannah. There are a few different myths and legends surrounding this area, but none of which top the legend of the “Skin Stealers.” Driving down this Georgia swamp road just might give you the thrill of a lifetime—or a nightmare that you’ll never forget.
Ebenezer Swamp consists of 60 acres of wooded wetlands and is home to numerous species of fungi, plants, and animals.
Conjurers in Savannah believe that "Skin Stealers" purposely frequent swamps.
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A "Skin Stealer" is a flesh-taking, demonic entity, said to drain the souls of victims during their sleep, leaving them mentally awake but physically incapacitated.
"Skin Stealers" appear to be very tall (nearly 8-10ft in size) "shadowy" figures. They appear to hover like a cloud, over their victims, pulling the life out of their body and into their own.
People who have driven down the swamp road have felt cold spots where the "Skin Stealers" may be, as well as smell a very intense sulfur scent.
The Ebenezer Swamp had such urban lore surrounding it, that it has become a popular place for paranormal hunters. McGriff warns hunters to be careful, as the "Skin Stealers" don't just take your skin, but take the essence of who you are as a human. (Yikes.)
Have you been to Ebenezer Swamp? Let us know if you’ve felt any eerie vibes while you were there. We’d love to hear a ghost story straight from the source!
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