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Maine has no shortage of ghostly stories and eerie tales. It helps that Stephen King is one of our most famous residents, churning out horror films for decades. But it also helps that we’ve got so much history. Old buildings and historic homes are the perfect spots for ghosts to hang out. There’s one particularly spooky place in Prospect that’s celebrating Maine’s ghostly residents by hosting a unique weekend-long camp. Here’s what you need to know!

Fort Knox was built beginning in 1844 using locally sourced granite from Mount Waldo in Frankfort, which is nearby.
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Originally built to defend the Penobscot River and Bangor during the Aroostook War, it was never actually completed. But it's still considered one of the best examples of an American sea coast fortification.
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The fort was never used in battle, so there are no reported deaths here. But there are numerous tales of hauntings believed to be the ghosts of those who worked here.
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Visitors have reported seeing, hearing, and even feeling ghostly presences when they explore the inside of the fort.
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And from August 24th to August 25th, 2019 you can experience the ghostly spookiness first hand.
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Fort Knox Ghost Camp begins at 7pm and allows visitors to bring tents and sleeping bags for an overnight adventure that doesn't end until 8am the next morning.
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Visitors will be ghost hunting with the 207 Paranormal Ghost Trackers, becoming part of an actual paranormal investigation with high–tech night vision and sensor equipment.
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Every area of the Fort will be explored to collect evidence of the ghosts rumored to live here. While this is not for the faint of heart, it's sure to be fun and unforgettable!
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Tickets for the event are $50 per person and participants must be at least 18 years old or 12 if accompanied by an adult. Sandwiches and a light breakfast will be provided. This is an alcohol-free event. You can make a reservation by calling 207-469-6553. Tickets are non-refundable. If it rains, all activities will take place inside the fort.

Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Observatory are typically open every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. You can learn more about their history and how to visit here. Address: 740 Ft Knox Road, Prospect, ME 04981.

And for more Maine ghost stories check out these 10 ghost stories originating right here in Vacationland.

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