There's a chill in the air. If you're a lover of all things spooktacular then you may want to check out this ghostly road trip in Maryland. It will lead you to nine spots in the Old Line State that are known for frightening spirits and urban legends. Are you brave enough to visit the most haunted places in Maryland? Check out the following list to find out.
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1. Jonathan Hager House, Hagerstown
Overflowing with history, The Jonathan Hager House is full of restless ghosts in Maryland. You can learn about them on the guided ghost tour. Click here to learn more. Address: 110 Key Street, Hagerstown, MD, 21740.
2. Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg
Over 23,000 soldiers were wounded, missing, or killed at this scenic battlefield. Explore the grounds and you may spot a ghostly figure or smell the faint scent of gunpowder. Address: 302 E Main Street, Sharpsburg, MD, 21782.
3. Spook Hill, Burkittsville
There's a spot on Gapland Road where you can put your car in neutral and it will be pushed up the hill. Although this phenomenon may seem paranormal, it's actually an optical illusion. Still, it's fun to try. Address: Burkittsville, MD, 21718.
4. Jericho Covered Bridge, Kingsville
Some say that if you visit this historic covered bridge at night, you'll spot supernatural bodies hanging from the rafters. Many believe this bridge was used for lynching years ago and that the spirits still remain. It's definitely one of the most haunted places in Maryland. Address: 12228 Jericho Road, Kingsville, MD, 21087.
5. The Horse You Came In On Saloon, Baltimore
When you visit The Horse You Came In On Saloon, you may just spot one of the the most famous ghosts in Maryland. This old saloon was the last known stopping place of Edgar Allan Poe before his death. Objects in the saloon have been known to move on their own, and some believe it's no other than the ghost of Poe himself. Address: 1626 Thames Street, Baltimore, MD, 21231.
6. Fort McHenry, Baltimore
Once used as a prison for Confederate soldiers and then a hospital for the wounded, many men perished at this fort. Echoing footsteps, full-body apparitions, and unexplained cold spots are just a few of the things that visitors have experienced while exploring this historic structure. It's one of the most fascinating yet haunted places in Maryland. Address: 2400 East Fort Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21230.
7. Fletchertown Road, Bowie
There's a local urban legend known as the Goatman. Once a mad scientist who turned himself into a half-man, half-goat, he now wanders the area of Fletchertown Road hungry for blood. Address: Fletchertown Road, Bowie, MD, 20720.
8. Dr. Samuel A. Mudd House Museum, Waldorf
Of all the scary places in Maryland, this spot is the most bone-chilling. John Wilkes Booth took refuge here after assassinating President Abraham Lincoln. Today, eerie happenings happen inside the home including phantom footsteps, flickering lights, and a human-shaped imprint on the upstairs bed. Click here for museum hours. Address: 3725 Dr. Samuel Mudd Road, Waldorf, MD, 20601.
9. Point Lookout State Park, Scotland
The lighthouse as well as the grounds are known to be haunted by Civil War soldiers. If you're feeling brave, spend a night at the campground and experience paranormal encounters that you won't forget. Address: 11175 Point Lookout Road, Scotland, MD, 20687.
How many of the most haunted places in Maryland have you already been to? What are your favorite Maryland ghost stories? If you'd like to check out a few spooky spots around the Eastern Shore, click here.
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