Gothic Hudson Valley: Haunted Legends and Ghostly Sightings

Explores the haunted legends of the Hudson Valley, where ghostly apparitions and eerie tales abound.

Welcome to the gothic tales of the Hudson Valley, where infamous ghosts and legends await. Take a journey through the dark and chilling past of some of the most popular haunted legends of the Hudson Valley, from the decapitated specter of Sleepy Hollow’s Headless Horseman to the restless souls that roam the corridors of the Mid Orange Correctional Facility. You might be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the ghost ship that sails along the Hudson River, or perhaps witness the apparition of Revolutionary War heroine Sybil Ludington, riding her horse throughout the valley. You could also visit Sleepy Hollow Cemetery and the Old Burial Ground, where a headless Hessian soldier is said to be buried in an unmarked grave. Pay a visit to The Shanley Hotel, where ghostly guests are said to check in but never check out. Alternatively, you could enjoy an authentic Italian dinner at Sylvio’s, which has a haunted, traumatic past. Hudson Valley is home to many ghostly legends, with unexplainable occurrences witnessed by numerous people over the years. Do these places harbor true spirits, or are they merely the fabric of legendary tales? Explore some of these most popular locations and decide for yourself.