Looking for a ghostly getaway destination? Love haunted houses, spooky sites & thrilling stories? Then you’ll love our Haunted Trail, exploring the centuries of historical drama that’s left this region with a range of haunted sites & supernatural encounters.

Follow along on our self-guided Washington County Haunted Trail, a unique and unforgettable experience that allows visitors to explore the county’s haunted history and learn about the ghosts that are said to haunt these locations. The trail is perfect for anyone who is interested in the paranormal or who just wants a good scare.

Let’s explore our local Haunted Trail featuring some of Washington County’s most haunted places!

Spooky Cemeteries

Of course, no Haunted Trail would be complete without a visit to local cemeteries. But why not pack a lunch & make a day of it in the beautiful New York countryside?

After all, it was very common in the 19th & early 20th centuries to picnic in graveyards; in fact, many of our local cemeteries were designed with that purpose in mind.

Here’s just a handful of Washington County, New York’s many great cemeteries and graveyards to inspire & intrigue you!

Old Hartford Cemetery

in Hartford, NY

You’ll love the spooky vibes of the Old Hartford Cemetery, still serving the Hartford Yoked Parish/First Baptist Church of Hartford. The church’s beautiful architecture especially adds to the ambiance, especially if you visit on a misty fall morning, as pictured above.

Across the street, visitors will find the Museum & Civil War Enlistment Center, the last remaining original enlistment center from that era in the state. Its seasonally-open exhibit of the belongings of local men who traveled over 3,000 miles to fight on behalf of the Union connect deeply with visitors.

Greenwich Cemetery and St. Joseph’s Cemetery

in Greenwich, NY

Right next to Main Street in Greenwich lies the grand Greenwich Cemetery, which holds about 10,000 graves. Visitors will enjoy strolling its historic grounds, enjoying the path through the towering trees, and viewing the memorial cannon sitting in a place of honor on top of the hill.

Just across the street lies St. Joseph’s Cemetery, from which you can see the high school. The first resident pastor of the beautiful brick St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich helped establish St. Joseph’s Cemetery in 1881, though some burials predate the land’s purchase.

Union Cemetery

in Fort Edward, NY

Step back in time in Fort Edward’s gorgeous graveyard! With beautiful iron gates to welcome visitors, the Sandy Hill & Fort Edward Union Cemetery still serves the greater Hudson Falls/Kingsbury community.

This cemetery, though established in 1847, is home to the remains of several famous local figures, including Jane McRea and Duncan Campbell, who had both died prior to the Revolution. This is because their burial locations had been moved several times as the New York canals had been constructed! Who knows if their ghostly apparitions still haunt this land, resting places having been disturbed?

Revolutionary War Cemetery/Old Salem Burial Ground

in Salem, NY

You’ll definitely feel spooked when wandering the Old Salem Burial Ground/Revolutionary War Cemetery. This 2.6-acre area in the heart of Salem is home to over a thousand graves, at least 100 of which are soldiers who died in the Revolutionary War or war veterans who died later. In fact, this cemetery holds the largest number of Revolution-related graves in county, and possibly the state! And, tradition says that a hundred dead were brought from the Saratoga Battlefield to be buried in the Revolutionary War Cemetery‘s common grave.

Plus, there’s something else unusual about this cemetery-turned-burial ground! Its sod-covered burial mounds are thought to be a custom brought from Ireland or Scotland by a group of settlers who came to this area.

On top of that, the area had been used as a Native American burial ground long before English colonists had settled in the area.

Prospect Hill Cemetery

in Argyle, NY

Find your thrills in nature as you stroll this beautiful 14-acre cemetery with a spring-pond and hardwood trees, open to the public from dawn to dusk.  Its rolling hills have been open to burials since 1855, when the town outgrew the previous Old Scots Cemetery.

You may be able to sense that historical horrors happened nearby. A monument in Prospect Hill is dedicated to the family of John Allen, whose death helped change the tides of local sentiment during the Revolutionary period. Nearby, you can visit the two historical markers where the massacre of the 6-person family and their 3 slaves took place.

Haunted Hotspots

There’s no shortage of spooky sites within historic Washington County, New York! Come get acquainted with the many ghosts that enrich our county’s long and haunted history.

Old Fort House

in Fort Edward, NY

Throughout time, the Old Fort House Museum has had many names – and many owners. Now a beloved local museum, many of its historic artifacts & furniture come with stories and prevalent provenances of their own! When you visit the house during their open season (from June to mid-October) you may feel the presence of some of the house’s former residents!

Former Washington County Courthouse

in Hudson Falls, NY

Nearby, you can find the historic Washington County Courthouse building. This historical landmark has served many businesses throughout the years. But perhaps its rumored haunted status may be the reason none have stayed long?

Old Washington County Jail

In the Historic Salem Courthouse in Salem, NY

Within the community center that is now the Historic Salem Courthouse lies the ghostly past of this area! Reported to be one of the most haunted places in the county, the Old Washington County Jail is frequently visited by paranormal investigators, haunted tour guides and more! Check out this YouTube video about Haunted Nights’ visit to the Jail.

The Anvil Inn

in Fort Edward, NY

Within a blacksmith shop built in the 1800’s you’ll find a charming local restaurant. And possibly some ghosts. Several reports claim one female spirit has been seen dropping bottles and turning lights and music on and off! See if you can sense anything spooky during your delicious dinner at this popular eatery.

See. Taste. Explore Washington County, New York beyond the haunted

While Washington County certainly has its bone-chilling locations (including the Fort Ann Battlefield or the Allen Family Massacre site), not all of it will give you the shivers! So, learn more about our local history. Explore neat historic sites like Skene Manor pictured above. And check out our 250th Anniversary-related events!

And of course, we welcome you to explore more of what this area has to offer! Discover everything from beautiful architecture & historic stays to farmers markets, museums, golf courses and the performing arts.

We hope to see you soon!