Few People Know The Story Behind Louisiana’s Most Haunted Swamp
Louisiana is rich with ghost stores, that’s for sure. When you have a state that’s as old as Louisiana, you’re bound to run into a few spirits here and there, right? While most of our ghost stories are kept to plantations, restaurants, and even the occasional bar, there’s one spooky place that might top them all, and that’s the Manchac Swamp, one of the most haunted swamps in Louisiana.
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These beautiful wetlands are picture-perfect in every way.
You could easily spend the whole day here, basking in its beauty.
Countless alligators, turtles, and migratory birds all call the Manchac Swamp home.
There are several swamp tour companies and kayak tours that would love to show you around these beautiful waterways.
The alligator isn’t the only thing to be feared in these swamplands.
Julia Brown, also sometimes referred to as Julie White, was a local voodoo queen who lived in the small town of Frenier at the turn of the 20th century.
Imagine hearing that when walking by! On September 15, 1915, a powerful hurricane swept through the state, destroying the tiny town, killing over 50 in Frenier and also the neighboring town of Ruddock. The hurricane decimated the town, and many believe that the storm was caused by Brown herself. Many believe she placed a curse on the swamp because she felt like she was being taken for granted.
You wouldn’t want to come away with the curse of the swamp on you, now would you?
Have you ever toured the Manchac Swamp? Ever had a paranormal experience? Let us know in the comments below!
Address: The Manchac Swamp Bridge, Ponchatoula, LA 70454, USA
