12 Spooky Louisiana Spots Known for Paranormal Activity

Louisiana is undoubtedly spooky; vines growing over trees, muggy swamps, and buildings that could’ve been from a time bygone. It is therefore not surprising that this southern state has thousands of stories of ghosts and other paranormal occurrences that many tourists love to hear. To anyone who dares, these places will give you a good scare.

The shaded and gloomy streets of New Orleans are home to spirits that haunt even the desolate plantations in the countryside. For Paranormal lovers, these locales guarantee lots of spooky happenings for those interested in the supernatural.

Myrtles Plantation, St.Francisville

Known as one of the most haunted places in America, Myrtles Plantation has a permanent population of ghosts. There are reports of sightings by both visitors and staff who, to this date, claim to have seen a ghost of a woman, presumably, Chloe, who was a slave. Spooky, disembodies noises, cold drafts from nowhere, and mysterious figures of the night give the haunted area its creepy reputation.

LaLaurie Mansion, New Orleans

This French Quarter mansion building is one of the most famous buildings in New Orleans due to the horror stories connected with it and Madame LaLaurie’s torturing of black slaves. The guests say they feel they are being watched, hear voices, and experience cold drafts even without open windows or vents. It has continued to attract many ghost hunters and paranormal lovers up to date.

St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 in New Orleans

Located in the French Quarter of New Orleans, this above-ground cemetery is the final resting place of the Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau. People claim that they experience strange and eerie whispering around the tomb of Queen Mary. That is why many paranormal researchers are attracted to the cemetery which has all the characteristics of ancient and spooky grounds.

Manchac Swamp, Near New Orleans

Manchac Swamp is widely familiar to its inhabitants as a place of mystic events. When translated it means ‘Protected Swamp of the Ghosts’ and is believed to be a cursed place where ghosts roam. It is said to have been cursed by a Voodoo Priestess a century before. Bright lights, dark strange shapes, and heart-palpitating vibes give this swamp a rather spooky look.

Baton Rouge – Old State Capitol

This Gothic architectural building is said to be ghost haunted by the spirit of Governor Henry Watkins Allen. Some of the reports tell of experiencing objects or appliances such as flickering lights and strange sounds, the sensation of being watched. For this reason and because of its architecturally imposing structure with grey concrete, it is considered a landmark of paranormal history.

Degas House, New Orleans

Primarily inhabited by French artist Edgar Degas’ family, this historic house has much more than beautiful art on its walls. Some of the guests and staff have mentioned smelling a strong scent of perfume, the sounds of footsteps, and shadows especially in Edgar’s room.

The Beauregard-Keyes House

This fine 19th-century mansion was owned by Confederate General Pierre Beauregard and has had its fair share of sinister events from footsteps to faint music and whispers that are commonly heard by the visitors, this makes it one of the most spooky places to visit in the state.

Oak Alley Plantation, Vacherie

Famous for the graceful lines of oak trees at the entrance, the Oak Alley Plantation is home to some ghosts too. Interactions have included guests’ feeling the touch of ghostly hands, and seeing shadowy figures moving around the house dressed in historical clothing. The ruins of its buildings and mysterious stories of the supernatural make it one of the state’s most famous plantations.

Pharmacy Museum Located in New Orleans

Built in the 1800s as a functioning pharmacy and apothecary, this building now houses a museum dedicated to early medical procedures, and including tours in which guests are warned of the resident spirits. People working at the site as well as those who have been visitors to the site have been able to report physical signs such as movement of objects, presence of figures and feeling of cold when there are no physical causes. It only gets scarier when you see actual rusty surgical tools and old medicine bottles in the museum.

Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans

The famous French Quarter’s rumored haunted hotel, Hotel Monteleone, is every ghost hunter’s dream. There are rumors about a young boy named Maurice who can be seen on the 14th floor and appears to be an apparition. The lights at the hotel are known to flicker on and off on their own and doors slamming shut are also a known occurrence.

Marquette Hall at Loyola University, New Orleans

Students and faculty members at this university have reported sensing a weird atmosphere in Marquette Hall, especially in its auditorium. Other manifestations include creaking sounds, footsteps, and isolated cold zones. These experiences have birthed many legends about these supposedly haunted grounds. This is because some believe that the spirit of the former priest has not left, and will occasionally make himself known to guests.

Shreveport Municipal Auditorium

Once upon a time, the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium hosted legends like Elvis Presley. Now there are reports of ghostly apparitions, creepy noises, random drafts of wind blowing through unidentified vents, and all sorts of paranormal activity. Shreveport Auditorium is now believed to be among the host of haunted sites in the state.

Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.

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