The Creepiest Hike In Massachusetts Takes You Through The Ruins Of An Abandoned Fort
There are some incredibly creepy places and creepy hikes throughout the Bay State. After all, it’s one of the oldest states in the nation with centuries of history. You can get creeped out while hiking at Dogtown in Gloucester, which is said to be haunted, or explore the fascinating ruins at Mount Tom State Reservation. We found another one of the creepiest hikes in Massachusetts on Peddocks Island where you can explore the ruins of an abandoned fort.
Peddocks Island is one of the largest islands in the Boston Harbor. Located by the town of Hull, the island is both a beautiful and historical place to explore on a day trip.
This 184-acre island is part of the larger Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area which is made up of a total of 34 islands. Peddocks Island is reachable by private boat or ferry.
On the island are ruins of Fort Andrews, which was originally constructed between 1898 and1904. By 1920, there were over 30 buildings on the island, including a hospital and military barracks.
Fort Andrews was active during both World War I and World War II and was finally decommissioned in 1946. In the 1970s, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts purchased the fort.
Several abandoned fort buildings still remain on the island. You can explore them by taking the 5.1-mile Peddocks Island Perimeter and Fort Loop Trail.
While fascinating and historical, there's always a creepy vibe around abandoned places. If you want to spend more than just a day here, campsites are also available.
While there are some creepy builings on the island, there is one that is quite striking. Peddocks Island Chapel is a World War II-era church that was built in 1941. It was renovated between 2012 and 2014 to its original glory. When you come to the island, seeing this chapel in is certainly worthwhile.
Have you been to Peddocks Island to see the ruins of Fort Andrews? What are some of the creepiest hikes in Massachusetts that you know about? Tell us in the comments.
She's an east coast girl living in a west coast world. Melissa has worked in the entertainment industry for much of her adult life and loves photography, writing, and traveling around the U.S. and to far-flung locations around the world.
