Take A Haunted Road Trip To Visit Some Of The Spookiest Places In Wisconsin
There is a chill in the air, and it’s getting darker earlier. Yes, fall is here. And one of the best parts of fall is being super scared. Many of us go to haunted houses, but why not take it a step further and go to some places that are actually haunted? Indeed, why not hit ten of them up in one road trip? Now you can. This road trip will lead you to the most haunted places in Wisconsin. Here’s the interactive map so you can make the trip your own.
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Are you brave enough to visit these scary places in Wisconsin? Follow along the journey and find out!
The outside of this place alone will give you the creeps. The mansion has been uninhabited since 1986, and it's one of the spookiest abandoned places in Wisconsin. Multiple people who lived here reported being tormented by ghosts. People who visit today have reported strange orbs and a general cold feeling. Address: Bayside Lane, Land O' Lakes, WI, 54540.
For some reason, ghosts love to haunt this bowling alley. People will hear footsteps where there are none. They also will hear laughing when no one is there. Address: 1011 Edgewood Avenue E, Ladysmith, WI, 54848.
According to legend, a bunch of Boy Scouts once traveled down this lane. They were carrying lanterns, but one of them dropped, setting the forest on fire. All of the children died. Apparently, you can see little lanterns flickering on the sides of this road. Address: Boy Scout Lane, Linwood, WI, 54481.
Because this state park is located among effigy mounds, it is a hotbed of paranormal activity. Many people have reported seeing spirits or hearing noises at night. Would you camp here? Address: N7630 State Park Road, Sherwood, WI, 54169.
This appears to be the creepiest place in Wisconsin. It was actually a hotel in the past, and it's named "Hotel Hell." It burned to the ground, apparently killing everyone. Supposedly, skeletal remains are on the top story still. Address: 15401 County Road R, Maribel, WI, 54227.
This place is so haunted that the owners even embrace its hauntings. A strange man will run up and down the halls. He has even been seen playing with live children. Address: 122 Ellis Street, Kewaunee, WI, 54216.
The Brumder Mansion Bed and Breakfast is home to one of the scariest Wisconsin ghost stories. Once, blood was found in the bathtub -- but no one had used it. This place will cause you to have creepy dreams and see spirits. Address: 3046 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53208.
This hotel has scared the pants off of many a person, including several MLB players. Spirits will appear in the room, and they will interfere with the TV and radio. It's so bad that some MLB players stay elsewhere when playing the Brewers. Address: 424 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202.
This restaurant, once a tavern, has been haunted for decades. People have reported hearing strange voices where no one is, and pool balls crashing into one another when no one is playing. Address: 215 North Rochester Street, Mukwonago, WI, 53149.
This hall was once a private seminary for girls, and it was headed by a nun. One day, according to legend, some girls pushed her down the stairs. She died, and now a headless nun apparently haunts this building. Address: 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143.
Have you been to any of these most haunted places in Wisconsin? Let us know if you’ve ever had any ghostly encounters! Looking for more spooky adventure? Check out these Wisconsin hauntings.
What is the most famous ghost story from Wisconsin?
The Ridgeway Ghost is Wisconsin’s most spooky specter. According to legend, this spirit is the combination of two brothers who died in a bar fight in the early 1840s. The ghost can change appearance at will, and it tends to appear every 40 years. He is sometimes seen carrying a whip and chasing pedestrians down the street. Sometimes, he even shows up as a headless horseman. This apparition is so frightening, people have died just from shock. A man named John Lewis claims the vision of The Ridgeway Phantom was the reason he met his untimely demise.
What is the most haunted town in Wisconsin?
The town of Siren is one of the most haunted places in Wisconsin. A tragic accident occurred on the Siren Bridge, causing a family of three to drown in the icy water below. Today, visitors say you can hear echoes of the child’s screams. If you listen carefully, you can make out the words, “Help me mommy, I can’t get out!”
What is the creepiest abandoned place in Wisconsin?
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is one of the most eerie abandoned places in Wisconsin. Visitors can embark on a 2-mile hiking trail along these empty cottages. Along the way, you’ll come across a dilapidated 1930s Chevy Coupe and a Ford Model T. Guests haven’t reported seeing any paranormal activity here, but it’s definitely a fascinating slice from the past.
