One Of The Most Haunted Cemeteries In Texas Is Also The Most Beautiful
There are several haunted cemeteries in Texas where you just might see a ghost, including the historic Oakwood Cemetery in Huntsville. Known for being the final resting place of General Sam Houston (and a number of other influential figures in Texas history), this nearly 200-year-old site also has quite a few ghost stories associated with it. Despite its alleged hauntings, the cemetery is undeniably beautiful, with massive trees providing shade for meandering paths that lead through the gravestones.
If you are even remotely interested in Texas history, Oakwood Cemetery in Huntsville is a must-visit destination.
As you stroll through the shaded, beautifully landscaped grounds and ponder how those who rest here made Texas into the state we know and love, you just might feel a chill creep into the air.
Oakwood Cemetery is the site of much unexplained phenomena, particularly in the area surrounding the grave of five-year-old Rawley Rather Powell. Above his headstone, a life-size bronze statue of Jesus has quite a few ghost stories associated with it - visitors claim to have seen his hands move from a palm-up to palm-down position. His eyes supposedly follow you as you walk, as well.
Visit the City of Huntsville website for more information about the cemetery, including hours when public visitation is allowed. You can also visit the cemetery’s Facebook page.
Have you ever visited Oakwood Cemetery, or any other haunted cemeteries in Texas? If so, did you experience any unexplained phenomena? Tell us your thoughts in the comments!
Address: Oakwood Cemetery, Huntsville, TX 77320, USA
Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.
