The city of Burlington, Iowa is one of the Midwest’s perfect little communities, but even the most charming towns have their tragic secrets. In this case, the town that’s known for having the world’s most crooked street is home to a lesser-known — but way more haunted — street. It’s the most haunted road in Iowa, and you may want to think twice before visiting.

Burlington is home to the most haunted road in Iowa: Stony Hollow Road.
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This short, rural country road was the sight of a tragic death in the 1800s.
During the day, this road is like any other Iowa farm road. There isn't much traffic, but occasionally cars are stuck behind tractors, and it's a useful back road in the Burlington Area.
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At night, though, the road is deserted. Locals know better than to travel down Stony Hollow Road after dark.
On the side of the road, there's a cliff that towers over the asphalt. This is the place where you'll find the road's ghost, Lucinda.
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Legend has it that Lucina was waiting for her husband at this very spot, but he was terribly late. Assuming he had run away with another woman, she climbed to the top and jumped to her death. Tragically, her husband showed up to find his bride. He had been delayed due to his wagon getting stuck in the mud.
To this day, the spot on the road remains haunted. Head here after dark, and shout her name - Lucinda! - three times.
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The faint figure of the suicidal bride should appear towards the top of the cliff. Be aware, though, that if the ghost of Lucinda lays a rose at your feet, it means you, too, will meet a tragic fate within the next day or two.
While Lucinda sure seems like a ghost you wouldn't want to meet, summoning her spirit on Stony Hollow Road is an Iowa ghost-hunting tradition.
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Be warned, though, that she is easily scared away. Best to go alone.

What are your thoughts on this creepy place in Iowa? Do you have any spooky stories to share about Stony Hollow Road or any other haunted places in Iowa? If so, be sure to tell us in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you! If you enjoy tracking down the spirits of the Hawkeye State, check out our list of haunted streets In Iowa and get to work visiting the most haunted spots around.

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