Haunted Roadtrip Locations

Another popular attraction is the Terlingua Ghost Town. Near Big Bend National Park, Terlingua is made up of decaying buildings and shafts abandoned after the mine closed near the end of World War II. Known for their over-the-top Día de los Muertos celebration, residents operate locally owned restaurants and dives, including the Starlight Theatre. The ghost town is known for its roadside attractions similar to those of Las Vegas, which explains the town slogan, “Viva Terlingua!”

One of the most infamous mysteries in the State of Texas is the Marfa Lights seen in Marfa, at the western edge of the state. Accounts of red, blue and white lights, and most commonly, “glowing orbs” began during the 19th century. The first recorded sighting of the lights was in 1883 when a young cowhand was driving cattle through the Paisano Pass and thought the mysterious flickering lights in the night sky might be an Apache campfire. Head to the Marfa Lights Viewing Area to see if you can catch a glimpse for yourself.

The Morris-Jumel Mansion, located in Washington Heights, New York City, is a well-known site for paranormal activity. Visitors and staff have reported various ghostly encounters, including Eliza Jumel, the former mistress of the mansion, and other figures associated with the property's history. The mansion is also home to a "Book of Haunts" where staff document unexplained events.