Whether or not you believe in ghosts, most would agree that these creepy tales can be fascinating. The Bluegrass State is filled with scary stories and places where ghosts are said to hang out. These haunted places in Kentucky vary from historic cemeteries to urban legends and everything in between. Fall is a great time of year to explore these destinations and if you'd like to spend a day visiting a few of them, then check out this creepy Kentucky day trip. If you'd like to view the map and make any changes, you can check it out here.
The first three stops on this road trip are around Louisville; then we'll head south to Bardstown, and then Perryville. Feel free to rearrange it however you like!
Our first stop takes us to the Witches' Tree in Old Louisville.
Tucked in between historic homes and beautiful trees is a tree that definitely stands out from the rest. This site and peculiar-looking tree date back to the 1800s when witches supposedly gathered here. The legend says that these witches sent a tornado to destroy the town after their beloved tree was cut down. A new tree was planted and given that it looks like this, the story may just be true. You can read the entire story of the Witches' Tree in our previous article.
Next up, head to nearby Cave Hill Cemetery.
This beautiful, historic place is the final resting place of many notable Kentuckians. The combination of history and decaying statues give the cemetery a bit of a creepy vibe, while also being one of Louisville's most beautiful places. Given that it is a cemetery, you can only imagine the ghost stories that have originated here over the years. Learn more about this supposedly haunted destination with our previous article.
The last stop in the Louisville area takes us to the Parklands of Floyds Fork to see if we can catch a glimpse of the Pope Lick Monster.
This is another beautiful yet haunting place where many locals believe that a "goatman" resides. The Pope Lick Monster is a well-known urban legend, so you'll just have to check out the area for yourself. Find out more about what's been seen here in our previous article.
Next, we'll head south to the charming town of Bardstown and the historic Old Talbott Tavern.
Dating back to the 1700s, the oldest hotel in the state is still a hotel, as well as a restaurant and bar. There are countless ghost stories that will send a shiver down your spine and may just make a believer out of you. Read all about this haunted hotel and its ghostly inhabitants in our previous article.
Wrap up your creepy day trip by heading southeast to the Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site.
This field was home to the bloodiest Civil War battle in Kentucky where more than 7,600 soldiers were killed, wounded, or went missing. Many believe that this field and the entire town of Perryville are filled with the ghosts of these soldiers who have never left. It's a fascinating, historic town and the perfect way to wrap up this day trip to haunted places in Kentucky. Learn more about the ghost stories from Perryville in our previous article.
This may be a small sampling of haunted places in Kentucky, but it would make for a day of creepy fun and definitely a memorable road trip around the Bluegrass. What are your favorite Kentucky ghost stories? Have you ever had a paranormal experience at one of the haunted places in Kentucky? Tell us about it in the comments!
If you want to learn more about another supposedly haunted place in Kentucky, check out this historic mansion in Maysville.
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