Delaware has no shortage of creepy places to visit any time of year. With old homes, historic battlegrounds, creepy churches, and some of the scariest haunted attractions in the U.S., there are plenty of things to make your hair stand on end. For this road trip, we focused on the northern part of the state, where historic haunts abound. Without further ado, we present to you the scariest places in Delaware.
Google Maps You can find the link to this road trip on Google Maps here. This terrifying road trip is full of historic haunts. There are nine locations total and you can start at whichever is closest to you.
- Bellevue Hall, Wilmington
Bellevue State Park / Facebook Owned and operated by Delaware State Parks, Bellevue Hall is reported to be the site of terrifying paranormal activities on the upper floors: chairs move, doors open, and items relocate or sometimes disappear altogether.
- Amstel House, Old New Castle
By Pubdog [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons The historic district of New Castle is a hub for haunts. The Amstel House is the most well-known of the spooky spots, with visits from the “Woman in Blue.”
- Fort Delaware, Delaware City
Mandy Jansen / Flickr Fort Delaware is probably one of the most well known haunted places in Delaware. During the Civil War it was a prison for Confederate soldiers, and reportedly the conditions were horrible. Several ghosts are reported to reveal themselves.
- Crabby Dick’s, Delaware City
By Smallbones (Own work) [CC0], via Wikimedia Commons The 1830s building which once was a hotel is now the site of Crabby Dick’s seafood restaurant. Local lore has it that the building is haunted by the wife of the original owner.
- Frightland, Middletown
jay joclin / Flickr Considered to be one of the best haunted attractions in the area, Frightland attracts thousands during the Halloween season. Regardless of the season, the old barns and skull silo still give passersby the willies.
- Cooch House - Cooch’s Bridge, Newark
By JERRYE & ROY KLOTZ MD (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons In 1777, this area was the site of a bloody Revolutionary War battle. A headless soldier haunt is rumored to walk the grounds. Without a doubt, Cooch House is among the scariest places in Delaware.
- The Deer Park Tavern, Newark
Pubdog/Wikipedia Few know that the now popular Deer Park Tavern sits on the site of where the former St. Patrick’s Inn burned down. The Inn was noted to host guests including Edgar Allan Poe. Watch for doors opening and closing on their own.
- Dead Presidents Pub and Restaurant, Wilmington
Nancy U / TripAdvisor Contrary to its name, no presidents have actually died at this local pub. But legend has it that a patron of a former business in the location (who had a propensity for drunkenness) slipped in some urine on his way to the urinal, whacked his head and neck, and died. Visit the official Dead Presidents Pub and Restaurant website to learn more.
- Rockwood Mansion, Wilmington
By Smallbones (Own work) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons Our trip to the scariest places in Delaware concludes at the Rockwood Mansion in Wilmington. Owned by the New Castle County government, this 19th century mansion hosts ghost programs year round. Built in the mid 1800s, the mansion is said to be haunted by the builder. Listen for footsteps and keep your eyes peeled for apparitions.
Have you visited any of these locations? Do you agree that these are the scariest places in Delaware? What are other haunted places in Delaware that terrify you? Be sure to share your thoughts with us in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you!
Google Maps
You can find the link to this road trip on Google Maps here. This terrifying road trip is full of historic haunts. There are nine locations total and you can start at whichever is closest to you.
Bellevue State Park / Facebook
Owned and operated by Delaware State Parks, Bellevue Hall is reported to be the site of terrifying paranormal activities on the upper floors: chairs move, doors open, and items relocate or sometimes disappear altogether.
By Pubdog [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
The historic district of New Castle is a hub for haunts. The Amstel House is the most well-known of the spooky spots, with visits from the “Woman in Blue.”
Mandy Jansen / Flickr
Fort Delaware is probably one of the most well known haunted places in Delaware. During the Civil War it was a prison for Confederate soldiers, and reportedly the conditions were horrible. Several ghosts are reported to reveal themselves.
By Smallbones (Own work) [CC0], via Wikimedia Commons
The 1830s building which once was a hotel is now the site of Crabby Dick’s seafood restaurant. Local lore has it that the building is haunted by the wife of the original owner.
jay joclin / Flickr
Considered to be one of the best haunted attractions in the area, Frightland attracts thousands during the Halloween season. Regardless of the season, the old barns and skull silo still give passersby the willies.
By JERRYE & ROY KLOTZ MD (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons
In 1777, this area was the site of a bloody Revolutionary War battle. A headless soldier haunt is rumored to walk the grounds. Without a doubt, Cooch House is among the scariest places in Delaware.
Pubdog/Wikipedia
Few know that the now popular Deer Park Tavern sits on the site of where the former St. Patrick’s Inn burned down. The Inn was noted to host guests including Edgar Allan Poe. Watch for doors opening and closing on their own.
Nancy U / TripAdvisor
Contrary to its name, no presidents have actually died at this local pub. But legend has it that a patron of a former business in the location (who had a propensity for drunkenness) slipped in some urine on his way to the urinal, whacked his head and neck, and died. Visit the official Dead Presidents Pub and Restaurant website to learn more.
By Smallbones (Own work) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
Our trip to the scariest places in Delaware concludes at the Rockwood Mansion in Wilmington. Owned by the New Castle County government, this 19th century mansion hosts ghost programs year round. Built in the mid 1800s, the mansion is said to be haunted by the builder. Listen for footsteps and keep your eyes peeled for apparitions.
For related content, be sure to check out this list of the most abandoned places in Delaware.
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scariest places in delaware February 09, 2021 Beth C. What is the most haunted hotel in Delaware? After reading about some of the scariest places in Delaware, it likely won’t surprise you to learn that there are some terrifying hotels and inns to add to the list. One of the most haunted hotels in Delaware is the Addy Sea Inn. Built in 1902, this seaside estate is beautiful yet terribly haunted. Fortunately, the spirits that lurk inside this haunted inn seem more playful than menacing. Guests have reported hearing the sound of organ music or having the jacuzzi turn on and off on its own accord. Would you dare stay at the haunted Addy Sea Inn in Delaware? Does Delaware have any haunted hikes? Delaware is positively brimming with beautiful outdoor attractions for you to enjoy. And, if you love hiking trails, it’s hard to imagine a state with lovelier and more charming options. However, it’s true that there are some haunted hikes in Delaware. One prime example is a trail that you’ll find in Lums Pond State Park. This beautiful park has an unsuspecting secret: it houses one of the spookiest trails in the First State. The Swamp Trail is the scene of a gruesome murder from long ago. Those who embark on this trail today will still hear the sounds of anguish and terror. Learn more about this bone-chilling hike you can take in Delaware. Does Delaware have any abandoned places? Delaware has an extensive history, and therefore you’ll find plenty of places that have long been abandoned by civilization. Some of the most fascinating abandoned places in Delaware include Bancroft Mills in Wilmington, Jehu Reed House in Little Heaven, Reedy Island Range Light in Taylor’s Bridge, Garnett Snuff Mill in Yorklyn, Gibraltar Mansion in Wilmington, Ship John Shoal Lighthouse in Delaware Bay, Caretaker’s House at the Delaware Breakwater Rear Range Light, the Old Granary in Sussex County, the Old Mill in Millsboro, and the Pier at Battery Park in New Castle. You can learn more about these intriguing and abandoned places in Delaware.
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scariest places in delaware
February 09, 2021
Beth C.
What is the most haunted hotel in Delaware? After reading about some of the scariest places in Delaware, it likely won’t surprise you to learn that there are some terrifying hotels and inns to add to the list. One of the most haunted hotels in Delaware is the Addy Sea Inn. Built in 1902, this seaside estate is beautiful yet terribly haunted. Fortunately, the spirits that lurk inside this haunted inn seem more playful than menacing. Guests have reported hearing the sound of organ music or having the jacuzzi turn on and off on its own accord. Would you dare stay at the haunted Addy Sea Inn in Delaware? Does Delaware have any haunted hikes? Delaware is positively brimming with beautiful outdoor attractions for you to enjoy. And, if you love hiking trails, it’s hard to imagine a state with lovelier and more charming options. However, it’s true that there are some haunted hikes in Delaware. One prime example is a trail that you’ll find in Lums Pond State Park. This beautiful park has an unsuspecting secret: it houses one of the spookiest trails in the First State. The Swamp Trail is the scene of a gruesome murder from long ago. Those who embark on this trail today will still hear the sounds of anguish and terror. Learn more about this bone-chilling hike you can take in Delaware. Does Delaware have any abandoned places? Delaware has an extensive history, and therefore you’ll find plenty of places that have long been abandoned by civilization. Some of the most fascinating abandoned places in Delaware include Bancroft Mills in Wilmington, Jehu Reed House in Little Heaven, Reedy Island Range Light in Taylor’s Bridge, Garnett Snuff Mill in Yorklyn, Gibraltar Mansion in Wilmington, Ship John Shoal Lighthouse in Delaware Bay, Caretaker’s House at the Delaware Breakwater Rear Range Light, the Old Granary in Sussex County, the Old Mill in Millsboro, and the Pier at Battery Park in New Castle. You can learn more about these intriguing and abandoned places in Delaware.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
After reading about some of the scariest places in Delaware, it likely won’t surprise you to learn that there are some terrifying hotels and inns to add to the list. One of the most haunted hotels in Delaware is the Addy Sea Inn. Built in 1902, this seaside estate is beautiful yet terribly haunted. Fortunately, the spirits that lurk inside this haunted inn seem more playful than menacing. Guests have reported hearing the sound of organ music or having the jacuzzi turn on and off on its own accord. Would you dare stay at the haunted Addy Sea Inn in Delaware?
Does Delaware have any haunted hikes?
Delaware is positively brimming with beautiful outdoor attractions for you to enjoy. And, if you love hiking trails, it’s hard to imagine a state with lovelier and more charming options. However, it’s true that there are some haunted hikes in Delaware. One prime example is a trail that you’ll find in Lums Pond State Park. This beautiful park has an unsuspecting secret: it houses one of the spookiest trails in the First State. The Swamp Trail is the scene of a gruesome murder from long ago. Those who embark on this trail today will still hear the sounds of anguish and terror. Learn more about this bone-chilling hike you can take in Delaware.
Does Delaware have any abandoned places?
Delaware has an extensive history, and therefore you’ll find plenty of places that have long been abandoned by civilization. Some of the most fascinating abandoned places in Delaware include Bancroft Mills in Wilmington, Jehu Reed House in Little Heaven, Reedy Island Range Light in Taylor’s Bridge, Garnett Snuff Mill in Yorklyn, Gibraltar Mansion in Wilmington, Ship John Shoal Lighthouse in Delaware Bay, Caretaker’s House at the Delaware Breakwater Rear Range Light, the Old Granary in Sussex County, the Old Mill in Millsboro, and the Pier at Battery Park in New Castle. You can learn more about these intriguing and abandoned places in Delaware.
