Wahiawā may seem like a quiet town, but local legends tell a different story. From eerie mo‘o wahine to the infamous Green Lady, this central Oʻahu community is home to some of the most haunted places in Hawai‘i. Discover how Hawaiian legends and unexplained deaths have kept the gulch steeped in mystery—and why locals still say, “Don’t go down the gulch!”

A woman in red appears, glowing and barefoot, then vanishes without a trace. Was it Pele—or something even older? In haunted Waikīkī, the line between past and present isn’t just thin… it’s alive.

Beneath the sun-scorched cliffs of Oʻahu’s Wai‘anae Coast lies Kāneana Cave—an ancient lava tube steeped in legend and shadow. Said to be the home of the shark god Kāmohoali‘i and his half-human son Nanaue, this eerie cavern whispers of dark rituals, vanishing travelers, and a past soaked in mystery. Step inside, and the air turns cool, but the stories grow chilling.

At Haena, ancient legends of the Menehune and Mo’o come alive. Explore the mythical creatures said to have shaped the land and still leave their mark on the enchanted valleys and waters of Kaua‘i.

At Barking Sands on Kaua‘i, the beach is more than a natural wonder—it’s a place steeped in legend and mystery. From unexplained noises to ancient Hawaiian beliefs, this shoreline holds eerie secrets.

In 1916, the front page of the Honolulu Star Bulletin featured a startling headline: “FIND OF BONES EXCITES PEOPLE ON WATERFRONT!” But this was no ordinary bone—it measured a staggering 24 inches in length and 8 inches in diameter at its widest point.

In 1905, witnesses at Halemaʻumaʻu Crater claimed they saw a giant Hawaiian woman rise from the lava—believed to be Madame Pele herself. What followed was an eruption that shook the earth. Read the chilling firsthand account from a cook at the Volcano House.

Ancient tales warn of a terrifying ghostly procession that marches through Hawai‘i at night. Witnesses hear drums, see torches—and pray they are not in the way. Learn more about the huaka’i po, the night marchers, from Hawaii’s local expert.

Tree Tunnel on Kaua’i is made up of hundreds of trees whose branches reach across the road creating a tunnel. Late-night travelers claim the Tunnel of Trees is haunted.

At Kipu Falls, a local boy nearly drowned—he swears something held him underwater… until his silent apology set him free. Was it a moʻo?

The Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout is a site of tragic history, from a brutal battle to eerie ghost sightings. Strange figures, ancient spirits, and chilling encounters await anyone brave enough to visit.

The Kalihi Uka area holds both spiritual and eerie tales, from the sacred stones of ancient Hawaiian gods to the tragic events surrounding the Wilson Tunnel. With strange encounters and a history steeped in mystery, some say the spirits of those lost still linger, leaving behind an unsettling presence.

Pu‘u o Mahuka Heiau, the largest on Oahu, holds both ancient spiritual significance and a dark history of human sacrifice. Its mana is powerful, but the area is also haunted by the ghosts of fallen warriors and the tragic tale of William Gooch.

Long before La Pietra School was built, the land it sits on held a powerful heiau, Papa‘ena‘ena, where sacrifices were made by ancient chiefs. Today, locals and visitors alike report seeing mysterious torchlights and shadowy figures—signs that the night marchers may still be making their way to the sacred grounds.

In 1946, a majestic estate at the base of the Pali, newly converted into St. Stephen’s Seminary, became the site of a terrifying encounter. As priests and seminarians settled in for the night, an invisible force descended the mountain—bringing with it chaos, fear, and something much darker than any of them could explain.

In the heart of Downtown Honolulu, two ancient gathering spots once filled with hula, chants, and legends are said to host ghostly reunions each night after dark. Though the buildings have changed, the spirits—and their rituals—may never have left.

In Hawaiian legend, mo‘o are shapeshifting water guardians—powerful, beautiful, and deadly. At a popular waterfall near Līhue, one teen’s encounter hints that these ancient beings may still be watching.

Two brothers testing paintball guns near the Menehune Fishpond encounter something far more terrifying than a malfunctioning toy—an apparition that won’t stop until it’s too late.