Haunted Spots You Can Visit Around Connecticut

Connecticut is home to some of the most chilling and mysterious haunted locations in the country. From eerie legends to unexplained encounters, these spots attract thrill-seekers and ghost hunters year-round. If you’re looking to explore the darker side of Connecticut, this guide has you covered.

New London Ledge Light

A red and white lighthouse with a square structure stands in the ocean under an overcast sky. — Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

New London Ledge Light is said to be haunted by the ghost of a former keeper named Ernie. After his wife left him, Ernie reportedly threw himself off the lighthouse, and his spirit never left. Today, visitors and Coast Guard personnel report hearing his footsteps and finding doors mysteriously opening and closing.
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Seaside Sanatorium

An old, abandoned brick building with a central spire and overgrown vegetation in the foreground under a clear blue sky. — Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Seaside Sanatorium was a medical center for the heliotropic treatment of children with tuberculosis. From 1959-1961, the campus was a Geriatric Center and from 1961-1996, the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services used buildings for its new regional center. Today, it’s a state park. Many people feel that this spot is haunted by spirits of children.
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Captain Daniel Packer Inne

A two-story gray colonial-style house with a brick chimney, double front doors, a porch with an umbrella, and an American flag, set against a clear blue sky. — Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

The Captain Daniel Packer Inne was built by Captain Daniel Packer across the street from the Mystic River in 1756. Today, it is a cozy restaurant and pub. Many people believe that this spot is haunted by Captain Daniel Packer and his great-niece Ada who died in the inn. People have seen apparitions, heard footsteps, and seen doors opening and closing on their own.
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Sheffield Island Lighthouse

A historic stone lighthouse with a black-domed lantern room sits on a grassy lawn. A pine tree and two people are visible in the background. — Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

This beautiful lighthouse situated on an island in Norwalk also has some eeriness to it. People on the island have reported hearing strange music, a faint foghorn, distant cries for help, and other strange noises. You can visit Sheffield Island Lighthouse with the Norwalk Seaport Association.
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Fort Trumbull State Park

A large stone fort with rectangular towers sits atop a grassy hill under a partly cloudy sky. An American flag is flying from a flagpole. — Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Fort Trumbull in New London is said to be haunted. In 1781 during the American Revolutionary War, the fort was attacked and captured by the British under the command of traitor Benedict Arnold. Today it is a museum and people have claimed to see shadowy figures in the fort or soldiers outside of the fort that disappear.
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Boothe Memorial Park

A wooden log building with a unique layered design features small windows and is surrounded by old stone mill wheels, set in a grassy area with trees in the background. — Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Boothe Memorial Park and Museum in Stratford features a collection of buildings and artifacts collected by the Boothe Brothers. The Boothe brothers were known for their studies and interest in spiritualism. They built shrines on the property, which is seen as a potential cause for the paranormal activity. People have heard disembodied voices, seen figures, and heard knocking sounds.
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Leffingwell House

A red wooden two-story house with a brick chimney, surrounded by a brown picket fence and green garden, with patriotic banners hanging on the fence. — Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

The Leffingwell House in Norwich is said to be haunted. It’s been investigated by several ghost hunters who have seen figures and captured audio. The museum offers an annual haunted history investigation with Arrowhead Paranormal Investigators where you can learn how use the equipment and do an investigation.
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Fort Griswold

A tall stone monument stands against a clear blue sky, surrounded by green grass and trees with autumn foliage. A flagpole is visible nearby. — Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Fort Griswold was the site of the Battle of Groton Heights during the American Revolutionary War. Colonel Ledyard gave up his sword to surrender, but he was immediately killed by the British. When the battle ended, 85 Americans had died, five were dying, and 36 were severely wounded. Today, it is believed the fort is haunted by soldiers who died there.
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Fairfield Hills Campus

A large, abandoned brick building with tall columns, broken windows, peeling paint, and overgrown vegetation in front. — Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Fairfield Hills Hospital in Newtown was a psychiatric hospital from 1931-1995. Many people believe this spot is haunted because of the history of trauma, pain, and suffering of the residents. Today the property is home to municipal buildings, walking paths, sports fields, and even a great brewery, NewSylum Brewery.
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Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine

A group of carved jack-o'-lanterns with glowing faces arranged on a dark surface. — Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

From 1773 to 1827, this spot in East Granby served as Connecticut’s first state prison, often holding dangerous criminals in horrible conditions. People have reported hearing screams down in the mines and seeing figures. This is a popular spot to visit in the fall when the museum does it’s jack o’ lantern display in the old copper mine.
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Mark Twain House

A large red Victorian-style house with intricate woodwork sits surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky. — Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Another haunted spot to check out is the Mark Twain House in Hartford, which has been featured three times on “Ghost Hunters.” Each time, they get some pretty compelling evidence. The museum offers Graveyard Shift Ghost Tours to learn the ghost tales of the house and to learn about the Victorians’ fascination with spiritualism.
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