Hudson Valley

In the tranquil landscapes of the Catskills and Hudson Valley, beauty intertwines with spectral energy, captivating all who dare to explore. Delve…

The Catskills and Hudson Valley areas are known for their serene beauty… and spirit activity. A music hall captivates visitors with its ghostly…

At four spooky stops on the Haunted History Trail of New York State, it’s best to make a reservation - but be sure to save an extra seat for an…

New York’s Haunted History Trail comes alive through its resident ghosts By Will Siss Ghost hunters and skeptics alike can explore the Haunted…

During the holiday season, baby dolls have long been a highly-requested gift from children. Most dolls bring a lot of love to their owners and into…

The architecture and interior design of the locations on the Haunted History Trail of New York State are as varied as the ghosts themselves. Each…

I say this in an affectionate manner...Hudson Valley is one weird place! There are a variety of haunts and strangeness on the Haunted History Trail of…

This past weekend, three Haunted History Trail of New York State locations were featured in articles by New York State daily newspapers. Wings Castle,…

Hey everybody! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family and friends (and spirits, if you have them!) Since I last posted, we've…

First of all -- HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE! Whatever you're doing tonight, may it be trick-or-treating, going to a party, or investigating a haunted spot on the most opportune night of the year, I hope you're all having a great time!

Here we are at Bannerman Island, after an interesting night at Wing’s Castle!

We wanted to arrive at Wing’s Castle at sunset, because Dawn told us it’s one of the most spectacular views of the Hudson Valley. But arriving at 9:30 p.m. in the rain, fog, and storm was definitely a spookier backdrop for our purposes.

We followed Dawn into Rhinebeck, where we left her car and drove to the next haunted location on the trip—Dutch’s Spirits at Harvest Homestead Farm in Pine Plains, Dutchess County.

Here we were. The only haunted inn on the trail that I told my boss I couldn’t stay at. Just the website scared me! It was The Shanley Hotel in Napanoch, NY, in Ulster County.

The first overnight stay I wasn’t THAT freaked out about: Pine Bush House Bed & Breakfast.

This trip was crazy! Three days, two nights, and visiting as many places as I did on the five-day trip! Exploring the Hudson Valley this time, I brought my dad along. He’s a retired teacher and neither of us had ever really visited this area, so we were both excited to expand our knowledge of the state! I’d heard it was breathtakingly beautiful and was looking forward to everything but the drive :)