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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.

819 Documented haunted/historical locations
6,349 Documented paranormal claims
52 Documented stories
606 Locations personally visited

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Tonight's spotlight: The Spalding Inn

Kris & Jason Hawes and Reanna & Grant Wilson invite you to enjoy the Spalding Inn. Located in the heart of the White Mountains in scenic Whitefield, New Hampshire, it is one of New England’s most charming inns.

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Featured haunted locations

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Colleges Madison WISCONSIN

Memorial Union Madison

Memorial Union is located on the south shore of Lake Mendota on the campus of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. On the lakeshore to the north of the building is the Terrace, a popular outdoor space overlooking the lake. More →

Government Buildings Yorktown VIRGINIA

The Old Custom House Yorktown

The Old Custom House in Yorktown was erected around 1720–1721 by Richard Ambler, who served as the customs collector for the Port of York River. Originally built as a brick storehouse. More →

Military Forts Elmira NEW YORK

Elmira Civil War Prison Camp

The Elmira Civil War Prison Camp, formally known as Camp Rathbun, was established in the summer of 1864 in Elmira, New York. Originally intended as a training camp for Union soldiers, it was quickly converted into a prisoner of war camp. More →

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Apartment Buildings

There are several reasons why apartment buildings could be considered "haunted." These reasons can include their long histories, the high turnover of residents, the presence of shared spaces that can amplify strange occurrences, and the potential for tragic events to happen within the building's walls or on the land before the building existed, which could leave behind lingering spirits. Essentially, a building with numerous stories and frequent occupants can heighten the probability of a haunting narrative lingering within its walls due to consistently available energy.

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Hotels

People often perceive hotels and motels as "haunted" due to their frequent visitors, who can leave behind residual energy. They are also often old, historic buildings that may have witnessed significant life events, such as deaths, which can create a sense of lingering spirits or "ghosts" in the space. Additionally, the unfamiliar environment and quiet nature of hotels can contribute to feelings of unease and vulnerability. These factors can increase people's likelihood of believing in paranormal experiences.

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Museums

Because museums house historical artifacts and objects that may hold strong emotional energy from their previous owners (including their remains), it is commonly believed that spirits can become attached to these items and thus the locations where they are kept and placed on display. This is especially true if the items are associated with tragic or significant events, making the museums potential hotspots for hauntings. These hauntings can manifest in various ways, such as unexplained sounds, sudden temperature drops, or even sightings of apparitions. Consequently, many museums have adopted ghost tours and paranormal investigations to explore these intriguing phenomena, attracting visitors curious about the supernatural.

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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.

Documented Stories We have several documented stories realted to biographies, folklore, true crime, cryptid, ufo, celebrity ghosts, obscure history and more.

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.

Hydesville Memorial Park

The property is best known as the location where events in the spring of 1848 helped inspire what became the modern Spiritualist movement. More →

Fort Niagara Cemetery

Fort Niagara Cemetery is a historic military burial ground located near Old Fort Niagara in Youngstown, New York, close to the mouth of the Niagara River and the shores of Lake Ontario. More →

Fort Niagara Lighthouse

Fort Niagara Lighthouse stands near the mouth of the Niagara River, where the river enters Lake Ontario in Youngstown, New York. More →

Oakwood Cemetery - Niagara Falls

Oakwood Cemetery in Niagara Falls, New York was founded in 1852 after land was donated by Lavinia Porter. It covers over 18 acres and over 19,000 are buried there. The cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. 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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