If this is your first time considering a ghostly getaway to The Haunted History Trail of New York, then you’re in for a real treat. With a fascinating history, urban lore, spooky old inns and hotels, creepy cemeteries, scary museums, and tours sure to give you a fright, thrill seekers cannot go wrong with this ode to all things paranormal. This eerie trail is still worth exploring, even if you’re just looking for a little mild hair-raising history and fun. So to ensure you have one of the most exciting and terrifying trips of your life, here are ten ghost hunts along The Haunted History Trail of New York you don’t want to miss.

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10 Union Station

Built in the early 1900s, Union Station is rumored to be haunted thanks to all the supposedly accidental deaths over the years. Still in operation today, train passengers and people who frequent this station have reported seeing apparitions, phantom riders, anxious spirits of conductors past, and more—and that’s all before nightfall. Here, haunted trailblazers can do some ghost hunting themselves, be a part of paranormal investigations, and even schedule a shadow-chasing tour. So if you’re brave enough, book a late-night visit to this train station and let the ghostly hunt begin.

9 Casey’s Cottage At Mexico Point State Park

With gorgeous views of Lake Ontario and the Little Salmon River, visitors might forget that this restored 11th-century manor house, located in Mexico Point State Park, is said to be haunted. A labor of love by Dr. William Casey, this house restoration project seemed just like any other. But upon Dr. Casey’s death, everything changed. Suddenly furniture started moving on its own, faint organ music could be heard in the distance, and nightly disembodied cries for help were all reported. Creepier still, outside this remote cottage, there have been sightings of a young girl standing by her grave underneath a hauntingly eerie tree.

8 Burn Brae Mansion

Another hotbed of paranormal activity along the Haunted History Trail is Burn Bare Mansion. This lavish home, once owned by a variety of prominent people in the early 1900s, is no stranger to inexplicable happenings and hauntings. Usually spotted sporting turn-of-the-century clothing, more than a few spirits are said to roam this stately home’s halls and grounds. Its countless otherworldly occurrences like these that have attracted the attention of ghost hunters, paranormal researchers, and professional investigators. So come on in and see who’s waiting for you in the prohibition-era tearoom if you dare.

7 Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum

The dry docks of Chittenango Landing are infamous. Constructed in 1855, this historical site has seen more than a few murders, tragic accidents, and superstitious workers in its heyday. Now this section of the Erie Canal is a museum with rich history and, of course, some good old-fashioned lore. This is truly a bewitching ghost hunt worth checking out with its hauntingly good stories and enchanting artifacts from this almost forgotten era. Self-guided explorations of the museum are allowed in-season, and professional ghost hunters are always seen afoot here.

6 Fainting Goat Island Inn

Brimming with stories of old, this former railroad hotel opened its doors for the first time in the late 1880s. One can only imagine all the mysterious things that have happened here since then. But the now Fainting Goat Island Inn has been voted the second best-haunted hotel in the US more than once. So it is safe to say that whatever occurred here centuries ago definitely didn’t have a happy ending for all—just ask any of the former ghostly guests who never checked out and are rumored to roam about the inn.

5 Grapevine Farms

For die-hard paranormal lovers and ghost hunters, a trip to Grapevine Farms is definitely in order. Constructed in 1850, this once-unremarkable farm seemed like any other in the area, that is, until it was turned into a gift shop, bistro, and wine cellar in 2002. Ever since it seems that whatever laid dormant here has been awoken. From the stories told, seeing floating apparitions about and encountering the ghosts of former owners (who are still buried on the property) are almost nightly occurrences. Ghostly children’s giggles, haunting laughter, disembodied footsteps, and other bone-chilling sounds can also be heard in the main farmhouse.

4 Fingerlakes Mall

Known as Auburn, NY’s most haunted destination, the Fingerlakes Mall can’t seem to keep its night security guards. But that’s not all; with more than a few reports of people being pushed, touched, or having sweet ghostly nothing whispered in their ears during the day—it was only a matter of time before someone came to investigate. In fact, professional ghost hunters are said to have recorded over 200 “encounters” and have concrete proof of ghosts roaming the mall’s corridors. So, if this sounds like your cup of tea, then book a private hunt and see for yourself.

3 Haunted Bergen House

Along this chilling trail, witchy explorers can delight in the Haunted Bergen House. Situated in a less than inviting swamp, legend says this 1850’s triangular-shaped home was once a ceremonial ritual site for the local witches. Ghostly figures wandering up the driveway, atop the house, lurking in windows, and traipsing about grumpily upstairs have all been reported here. Bergen House visitors have also heard growls, blood-curdling screams, and the spirits of dead children afoot. So, should you be foolish enough to explore this wicked abode, be prepared for all these things and more.

2 The 1890 House Museum

The 1890 House Museum is the former residence of Chester Wickwire, a well-respected entrepreneur, and industrialist. A house truly befitting kings and queens, the 1890 House is often referred to as Cortland’s Castle. Like many castles, this home has long been the site of some mysterious happenings, including disappearing shadows, disembodied footsteps, faint knocking, and doors opening and closing on their own. All this paranormal activity is believed to be the doing of the unfortunate souls that lived and died in Cortland’s Castle. This gilded-age castle/house/now museum was even the subject of an episode of SyFy’s Ghost Hunters. Do you dare to find out what all the fuss is about?

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1 The Landmark Theatre

Shortly after this grand theatre opened in 1928, a young girl named Clarissa fell to her death from one of the balconies. Yet despite her tragic demise, Clarissa—the possibly friendly ghost—has popped in ever since that unfortunate day to whisper a ghostly hello to workers, guests, and patrons. Often at the most unexpected times, she will appear, especially if they don’t mind the house rules. This is just one of the many haunted theaters along this trail. But travelers interested in catching a glimpse of the Landmark Theatre’s unofficial usher should definitely add this stop to their spooky itinerary.