An unassuming road flanked by trees, Irwin Road in North Park appears completely normal during the day. But, when the sun goes down, the road — also known as Blue Mist Road — becomes shrouded in a blue mist and, if you believe the local lure, teems with the paranormal. The question is: Do you dare travel down the most haunted road in Pittsburgh?

Terrifying tales of the paranormal emanate from Blue Mist Road Pittsburgh, which beckons ghost hunters, those interested in the paranormal, and curiosity seekers.
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A heavy blue mist descends upon Irwin Road each evening as the sun sets. Locals and paranormal experts claim the road, which tells numerous tragic tales, is one of the most haunted in the country.
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A family - dad, mom, and their children - once lived along Blue Mist Road. The enraged father returned home from work one evening and slaughtered his family, hiding their bodies in a septic tank. Their spirits are among those that are said to still roam the haunted street.
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Keep an eye out for the cemetery - and two headstones that lean toward each other - that sits near Blue Mist Road. Those two headstones, honoring a bride and a groom, touch each other and the apparitions of the two are seen dancing but only when there's a full moon.
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Others say that the wooded road, shrouded in blue mist, was once the sight of activity - including brutal murders and lynchings - by the Klu Klux Klan.
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Experience the paranormal yourself if you dare by driving to the section of Blue Mist Road that's closed. Stop your car. Honk your horn three times to awaken the spirits that lurk within.
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Those who have dared to summon the spirits claim to have experienced such paranormal activity as being overwhelmed by orbs, chased by a human/dog hybrid, witnessed bodies hanging from trees, and...
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One group of ghost hunters claims to have heard the faint beating of an Indian drum as they snapped pictures of the empty road. When they looked at the photos, they discovered an angry face in the images.
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Have you ever visited Blue Mist Road in North Park, the most haunted road in Pittsburgh? We’d love to hear your experiences in the comments. Here are more chilling places around Pittsburgh where you just might spot a ghost.

Make sure you take a camera with you – so you can document whatever you see.

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Haunted Places In Pittsburgh

Elisa Regulski | September 01, 2022

What are the scariest haunted attractions in Pittsburgh?

There are a ton of haunted spots in this area. So many, in fact, that you can take a road trip to all of the spooky places in Pittsburgh. Here are some of the most haunted places in Pittsburgh:

  • The Broughton School is said to be one of the most haunted places in Pennsylvania. According to legend, it was built on top of land where people died during the Whiskey Rebellion. If you listen carefully, you may hear ominous voices whispering in your ear.
  • The Corvette Tunnel, located in South Park, is another haunted destination in Pennsylvania. Local legend claims a young woman crashed her Corvette down Piney Fork Road, so when you go through the tunnel, you can hear her screams echoing off the walls. She may even try to grab your legs and beg you for help.

Are there any haunted hotels in Pittsburgh?

Yes! The Omni William Penn Hotel is one of the most haunted hotels in Pittsburgh, and the stories are terrifying. In 1922, a traveling salesman is said to have committed suicide in one of the rooms, and guests have reported hearing his strange, agonizing moans even when no one was there! 

Can I go ghost-hunting in Pittsburgh?

You absolutely can go ghost hunting in Pittsburgh. You’ll likely spot a specter when you explore Coulterville Cemetery. Located in McKeesport, this spooky destination is worth a visit if you’re a paranormal enthusiast. Ghost hunters believed this land was once home to an orphanage that burned to the ground. The bodies of the deceased were buried here, and you can occasionally hear the cries of hungry children floating through the air. Some people even saw images of the flame-engulfed orphanage in their rearview mirror as they drove away from this scary place. Enter only if you dare! 

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