Here are 11 things to see in Louisiana for anyone fascinated by the creepy and macabre, featuring haunted sites, eerie legends, and infamous tales:
1. LaLaurie Mansion
Located in New Orleans’ French Quarter, this infamous mansion was the site of horrific abuses in the 1800s. Reports of hauntings, mysterious noises, and ghostly sightings have persisted for years, making it a top spot for dark tourism.
2. Manchac Swamp
Said to be haunted by the ghost of voodoo priestess Julia White, Manchac Swamp is thick with mysterious legends and persistent tales of supernatural happenings, especially after dark.
3. Myrtles Plantation
Dubbed one of America’s most haunted homes, the Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville is famous for ghost sightings, especially that of the former enslaved girl Chloe and other restless spirits.
4. Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar
Thought to be haunted by the ghost of pirate Jean Lafitte, this Bourbon Street bar is one of New Orleans’ oldest surviving structures and a must for lovers of spectral lore and dark historic tales.
5. The Gothic Jail (DeRidder)
The old Beauregard Parish Jail, now a haunted attraction, is a creepy fortress known for its executions and supposed lingering souls. It regularly hosts ghost tours and events for thrill-seekers.
6. Oakland Cemetery (Shreveport)
This historic cemetery is said to be haunted, notably by the spirit of Nathan Goldkind, a murdered gambler seeking justice. Old, ornate tombs and shadowy paths make this a spot for those who love eerie strolls.
7. Magnolia Plantation (Natchitoches Parish)
A sprawling, historic plantation said to be haunted by the spirits of enslaved people, with tales of whispered curses and mysterious happenings described by many visitors.
8. Green Light Road Ghost Bridge (Winnsboro)
Travelers report strange green lights emanating from this bridge, and stories claim supernatural events, including cars stalling and unexplained sensations, on this isolated stretch.
9. Calcasieu Courthouse
Haunted by Toni Jo McQuiston, executed in the electric chair, the courthouse is the source of chilling stories and reportedly the site of her wandering spirit.
10. Central Louisiana State Hospital
An abandoned and reportedly haunted former mental asylum, this spot is known for its creepy history and is a magnet for ghost hunters and urban explorers.
11. RISE Haunted House (Tickfaw)
A modern haunted attraction that draws on Louisiana’s gothic legacy, with elaborate sets and actors bringing local horror tales and nightmares to life for thrill-seekers each Halloween.
These destinations capture the eerie, unsettling side of Louisiana and promise spine-tingling stories for those who delight in the mysterious and the macabre.
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