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At PANICd.com, every location holds a story waiting to be uncovered. From forgotten cemeteries and abandoned asylums to historic landmarks hiding unsettling pasts, our database is built for those who seek more than just a place on a map. Each entry is a doorway into history, folklore, and firsthand paranormal claims gathered from years of exploration across the United States. Whether you are a seasoned investigator, a curious traveler, or someone drawn to the unexplained, PANICd.com invites you to step beyond the surface and explore the shadows where history and hauntings collide.

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Tonight's spotlight: Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of Saint John the Baptist

The original cathedral in what was the city of Puerto Rico (changed to San Juan Bautista in 1521) was constructed from wood in 1521. This cathedral is the location of the grave of Juan Ponce de León.

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Churches Aberdeen OHIO

Aberdeen Baptist Church Ohio

Three was a great need to have a Baptist Church in Aberdeen. Mrs. Reeder, an early founder, walked to Aberdeen, from th enow Ellsberry area, crosee the Ohio river in a skiff, walked to Washington, which was 4 miles from Maysvilled to attend Church. More →

Historical Locations Hollywood CALIFORNIA

Hollywood Sign

It's fitting that the Hollywood Sign, the worldwide symbol of the entertainment industry, was conceived as an outdoor ad campaign for a suburban housing development called Hollywoodland. More →

Homes or Mansions Huntersville NORTH CAROLINA

Latta Plantation

Latta Plantation was an early 1800's river plantation. More →

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Abandoned Buildings

Ghost stories often center around old buildings or structures that have been abandoned and left to deteriorate, as they contribute to a spooky atmosphere. As time goes on, stories and traditions about strange events that take place in these locations might be handed down from one generation to the next, strengthening the belief in the lore. These stories frequently draw in those who are interested and courageous, since they want to feel the excitement of the unknown. Although the reports of hauntings at these locations may be more folklore in nature, there are some that may carry historical background that should be investigated, as they may be what caused the location to become abandoned in the first place.

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Lighthouses

Lighthouses are often thought to be haunted because they are located next to large, moving bodies of water. There are many lighthouses located near beaches that are perilous because ships have crashed there, resulting in a large number of deaths. These deaths could be linked to ghostly sightings. Lighthouses are also often haunted by lighthouse keepers or their families, as they frequently lived in extreme solitude, which could lead to emotional discomfort and even violence, perhaps creating leftover energy as well as their feeling the need to continue their work to keep sailors safe on the high seas. The aura surrounding haunted lighthouses is enhanced by the fact that much local folklore and many stories about them have been passed down through the years.

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Parks

There are several reasons why parks can be thought of as "haunted." These include their tendency to be isolated and secluded, historical tragedies that may have taken place within their boundaries, and abandoned buildings left crumbling on the property, which can lead to potential paranormal activity. Many parks have been the site of tragic events such as accidents, suicides, and murders, leading to locals perpetuating the telling of ghost stories and folklore. We have also discovered situations where cities have taken over abandoned and unfunded cemeteries and turned these areas into a park using cost-effective methods such as only moving the headstones and leaving the graves. Furthermore, there are many parks that are located on land that was formerly home to indigenous populations, and their burial places may be found within the park boundaries, which adds to the concept that there are restless spirits in the area.

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Interactive haunted map

The PANICd Haunted Map is a powerful tool that brings hundreds of documented paranormal locations to life, allowing users to visually explore haunted sites across the country. By plotting real locations with precise geocodes, the map lets visitors discover nearby hauntings, filter by categories like cemeteries or historic buildings, and dive deeper into each site’s history and reported paranormal activity. Whether you are planning a road trip or simply exploring from home, the haunted map transforms raw data into an interactive experience that makes the unknown feel just a little closer.

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Recently Added Locations

Here is a listing of our most recently added locations. Check back often as we are adding new locations as we find them.

Country House of Clarendon Hills

The Country House of Clarendon Hills has been a familiar landmark in Clarendon Hills, Illinois, since the early twentieth century. More →

Queen Anne Hotel

The Queen Anne Hotel stands in San Francisco and is one of the city's most recognizable Victorian-era buildings. More →

Alberta Bair Theater

The Alberta Bair Theater stands as one of the most recognizable performing arts landmarks in Billings, Montan More →

20 South Battery

20 South Battery stands along one of Charleston's most famous waterfront streets, an avenue known for grand homes, sea breezes, and centuries of local history. More →

Our Haunted Travels

Our Haunted Travels is based on locations that PANICd.com members and/or owners have visited to conduct research or an investigation based on reported paranormal claims within the PANICd.com database. All of the locations and articles posted here are based on personal experiences of the members and/or owners. We have also used the original PANICd.com YouTube channel to convert it over to Our Haunted Travels where have have documented the locations we have visited from the database on the channel. Below is a playlist on our videos within the most recent one produced.

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