If you are fascinated by the creepy and macabre, South Carolina offers a rich tapestry of haunted sites, eerie cemeteries, and chilling experiences. Here are 10 must-see places in South Carolina for those into the spooky and supernatural:
- Three Bridges Road, Powdersville
Known for the ghost of Eloise, a Civil War-era slave who reportedly roams the road screaming after being killed by Union soldiers. This haunted road is a favorite among paranormal enthusiasts. - Wigg-Barnwell House, Beaufort
A historic home that served as a Civil War hospital, it is said to be haunted by a soldier’s apparition, with eerie sounds and cold spots reported by visitors. - Litchfield Plantation, Pawleys Island
Dating back to 1740, this plantation is known for the friendly ghost of Dr. Henry Tucker and other mysterious apparitions and strange lights, making it a haunted lodging and historical site. - South Carolina State Hospital, Columbia
Originally the South Carolina Lunatic Asylum established in 1821, this site is haunted by spirits and has a dark history as one of the first public mental hospitals in the US. - West End Cemetery, Newberry
Haunted by “The Bride of West End,” a melancholy bride who is said to wander near her grave, waiting for her lover. - The Battery Carriage House, Charleston
This historic inn, once a quarantine station for yellow fever patients, is haunted by multiple spirits including the “Gentleman Ghost” who haunts Room 8, ghostly children, and other apparitions. - Seven Devil’s Bridge, Woodruff
Known for the spirits of seven people hanged from the bridge, it is said that these ghosts haunt the bridge at midnight, causing terrifying experiences for those who dare to cross then. - Hell’s Gate (Oakwood Cemetery), Spartanburg
A haunted cemetery where visitors report strange phone activity, mysterious lights, and the laughter of children echoing in the night. - The Sunken Manor, Travelers Rest
An immersive haunted house experience based on the dark history of the vanished Herringson family, blending jump scares with escape room elements for a chilling interactive tour. - Nightmare Dungeon Haunted Attraction, Greenville
Voted the scariest haunted house in South Carolina, it features a two-story haunted house with high-tech effects and professional actors, simulating a terrifying “cabin in the woods” nightmare scenario.
These locations provide a mix of real haunted sites steeped in history and modern haunted attractions designed to thrill and chill visitors. Whether exploring eerie plantations, haunted cemeteries, or immersive haunted houses, South Carolina offers plenty for fans of the creepy and macabre to discover.
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