The Ghosts of Maine

Maine is a landscape of rugged beaches and remote lighthouses - where waves crash over ancient shipwrecks, and swirling sea fog hides untold secrets. In these stories, travel from Boothbay Harbor to Seguin Island and beyond, and hear haunting tales of maritime mystery.

Halloween in Boothbay Harbor
October 10, 2025
Celebrate Halloween in Boothbay Harbor with parades, parties, and spooky fun. Join American Ghost Walks for unforgettable Ghost Tours along Maine’s coast.
October 10, 2025
Celebrate Halloween in Bar Harbor, Maine with American Ghost Walks. Explore haunted inns, fall colors, and ghost tours that reveal the town’s spooky history.
The Wendigo
July 11, 2025
Explore the chilling legend of the Wendigo—from Native American folklore to real-life cannibal tales and ghost stories.
ghostly woman sitting in a theater seat
By Allison Jornlin July 9, 2025
Ghosts of actors that never left the stage in these haunted theaters across the Unites States of America.
William Richardson, the Pitcher Man of Rockport, Maine and the Ghost of Goose Creek Bridge
By Mike Huberty July 4, 2025
William Richardson, a patriotic reveler killed by Tories in 1783, still haunts Rockport’s Goose River Bridge—pitcher in hand, toasting freedom forever.
A black and white photo of wiscasset 's ancient burial ground
By Allison Jornlin October 11, 2023
Explore the eerie history, hauntings, and legends of Wiscasset Ancient Burial Ground. Discover the mysterious past of this haunted cemetery in Maine.
A lighthouse with the words top 5 haunted places to stay in kennebunkport maine
By Chris Callaghan June 7, 2023
Experience the eerie history of Kennebunkport with these 5 haunted locations. Explore ghost stories, local legends, and spooky spots in this charming Maine town.
A woman in a long black dress is standing in the middle of a forest
By Mike Huberty April 5, 2023
Learn the eerie tale of Nelly Butler, Maine’s first documented ghost story. The mysterious event that have captivated paranormal enthusiasts for centuries.
Maine's Most Haunted Lighthouses
By American Ghost Walks September 13, 2022
Discover the eerie tales of Maine's haunted lighthouses. Explore ghost stories, chilling encounters, and legends that surround these historic coastal beacons.
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