In the middle of Lake Murray sits a piece of land that holds an extensive history behind it. Doolittle Island, also commonly known as Bomb Island, was the location of bombing practices for American airmen during…


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Is this Historic Home in Spartanburg Haunted
Construction began in 1801 and lasted seven years. Foster’s Tavern sits on the corner of Union Street and Southport Road. It is said to be the oldest brick home in Spartanburg County and one of the…
This South Carolina Church’s Graveyard Comes “Alive” at Night
New Salem Church Cemetery comes alive at night, per numerous online articles. The old graveyard is a very eerie, spooky, and haunted place to visit near Tigerville in the Upstate of South Carolina, especially at night….
The Legend of Onyx Lane in Easley
We love to talk about haunted places on this page, but this small South Carolina road sounds more like a highway to hell with some passengers who decided to leave their tickets at the door. Onyx…
Is This Greenville, South Carolina Road Haunted By The Ghost of Willie Earle
Old Bramlett Road is an eerie and spooky place at night. The Greenville, South Carolina, road is said to be haunted by the ghost of Willie Earle. Earle was taken to this area and killed by…
The Rise and Fall of Heritage USA
The Christmas season always reminds me of the glistening lights that once illuminated the winter skyline of the Christian-themed village Heritage USA in the 1980s. It was the third-largest theme park by attendance, with a staggering…
The Haunting of the 1927 Lake Lure Inn and Spa: Lake Lure, North Carolina
Western North Carolina in October is gorgeous, with foliage changing colors. A quick drive on U.S. 64 from Hendersonville through Chimney Rock Village and into Lake Lure is the perfect nature therapy. Another treasure awaits travelers…
The Ghostly Westin Poinsett in Greenville
Guests staying at the Westin Poinsett in Greenville, South Carolina, have reported encountering an older gentleman with a black coat in their rooms, only for him to vanish seconds later. Some have even experienced another ghostly…
The Oldest Clock in America that is still running is in This South Carolina Town
It is well known that South Carolina is rich in historical sites, attractions, and legends. A quick drive down any road in the state, and you will see numerous historical markers. Yes, I am one of…
The Lost Confederate Gold of 1865
The Civil War ended for most Americans in April 1865. The war and its various aspects continue to capture the interest and imagination of many Americans who are fascinated by the battles, leaders, and strategies displayed…