Driving down South Carolina roads late at night is often a thrilling experience, especially given the state’s rich history and numerous paranormal hotspots. It was one of the things I enjoyed the most from my youth when a bunch of us would load up in the truck and set out to explore. Crybaby Bridges are…
Zombieland in Newberry County
When people think of zombies, they often envision a rural setting, such as a farm or cemetery, and characters like Rick Grimes, Negan, and Daryl Dixon, who fight to survive. Seldom do we hear about real places, especially in the backwoods of South Carolina, with such a name. Driving the winding country roads of Newberry…
The Bride of West End
Legend states that if you go to 140 Crosson Street in Newberry on certain nights, you may encounter a ghostly bride still looking for her lover in the afterlife. The Bride of West End is said to roam the West End Cemetery. The apparition of a melancholy bride has been seen sitting in nearby trees,…
The Devil’s Crossroads
The Devil’s Crossroads is a spot in Newberry, South Carolina. No one knows why the intersection earned its nickname, but it may have ties to a tavern that once occupied this corner. Trying to cross this road at night after a few pints of beer could have been a devil. Today, the Devil’s Crossroads are…