Every state in America carries a story of tragedy, mystery, and lingering spirits. From crumbling asylums to quiet cemeteries, these places reflect our fascination with the supernatural. Since National Ghost Hunting Day falls on the last Saturday of September, it’s a fitting time to explore the legends. But a word of warning: ghost hunting itself can be risky—not only because of trespassing or unsafe conditions in abandoned places, but also because of the very real spiritual dangers that may come from seeking out the paranormal. Instead, let’s take a journey through history and folklore to see which haunted site looms largest in each state.

America’s purple mountain majesties and fruited plains are hauntingly beautiful… and also haunted by ghosts. From the misty mountains of West Virginia to California’s sunny shores, every state has ghost stories woven into the fabric of its history. Catch a quick glimpse of the most legendary ghosts in all of the 50 states!