This Creepy Day Trip Through The Spookiest Places In Southern Maryland Is Perfect For Fall

Are you fascinated by all things creepy? The state of Maryland certainly has its share of spooky spots, so much so, that we cannot fit them all into one day trip. So we've compiled some of the best spots in the southern Maryland area only so that you can get your fill of haunting places and be home in time for dinner. Check out the details and prepare for a fun and interesting day in the fall in Maryland:

The driving time for our southern Maryland creepy day trip is about two hours.

Of course, you'll want to plan for the time you'll spend at each location. There are four spots total. Let's go!

1. Mallows Bay

Start your morning by kayaking among the largest shipwreck fleet in the Western Hemisphere. Mallows Bay is home to 230 World War I ships that were deemed obsolete and therefore set aflame in the bay. Today, you can paddle over the ship ruins, and it makes for a fascinating and creepy experience.

2. Dr. Samuel A. Mudd House Museum

This local museum in Maryland is open for tours at this time of year, so plan accordingly. This is where Dr. Samuel A. Mudd used to live and he's mostly known for mending the leg of John Wilkes Booth after Booth assassinated President Lincoln. Dr. Samuel A. Mudd claimed that he had no idea who Wilkes was, but still, he ended up being imprisoned for four years. Visitors of the museum claim to have experienced paranormal happenings, including witnessing the imprint of a body on a bed upstairs, hearing phantom footsteps, and seeing candles illuminate by themselves.

3. Historic Sotterley

Parts of this creepy haunted mansion in Maryland date back to the early 1700s, so this place has a vast history. Several people living in the home have died over the centuries, as well as many slaves working on the grounds, who were said to have horrible living conditions. One tour guide has reported being pushed down the stairs by an invisible force and paranormal investigators visiting the property have claimed to record ghostly voices saying "Get Out!"

4. Point Lookout State Park

Home of a former prisoner of war camp, Point Lookout State Park is known for ghostly sightings of soldiers. If you're feeling brave, spend the night camping here, where you may spot haunting soldiers guarding the infamous lighthouse, or hear creaking footsteps right outside of your tent.

Do you know of any other spooky places in Maryland? Or have you actually had a haunting encounter in these places? Let us know in the comments! We love hearing your scariest stories and most terrifying tales.