Polihale Beach, Kaua‘i’s longest stretch of sand, is a place of haunting beauty. From the cliffs where souls leap into Pō to the hidden heiau once sacred to the hula goddess Laka, spirits linger in the shadows. Visitors have reported seeing the night marchers, hearing the rhythmic beat of ghostly drums, and feeling the chill of the supernatural as darkness blankets the sand. Discover the legends of haunted places in Hawaii and the mysteries of supernatural Honolulu on this unforgettable journey.

Hanalei Valley may be lush and serene by day, but when night falls, the rhythm of ancient drums stirs the air. Residents speak of night marchers—the ghostly processions of Hawaiian warriors and chiefs—moving silently across the taro fields. Witnesses describe torchlight flickering through the mist and the unshakable feeling of being watched by something not of this world.

Lumaha‘i Beach on Kaua‘i is known for its beauty—and for something much older and more fearsome. Locals speak in hushed tones about night marchers who travel the shoreline by moonlight, drums echoing in the distance, torches flickering in the dark. Those who’ve witnessed the procession say you must not be seen by the procession and never, ever interrupt it.

Iao Valley is one of Maui’s most sacred and storied places—where history, legend, and the supernatural intertwine. It’s a site of ancient battles, sacred burials, and ghostly encounters.

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.

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.

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.

Moanalua Valley may appear quiet today, but its past tells a different story. From sacred burial sites and pathways to the afterlife, to ghostly night marcher processions witnessed from land and sea, this valley has long been known as a place where history and legend walk hand in hand. Some say its secrets still echo through school hallways and haunted roadsides.

Māhā‘ulepū is a stunning stretch of coastline rich with fossils, legends, and a haunting past. Once scattered with ancient bones, it became the focus of collectors driven by pseudoscientific beliefs. But beneath its beauty lies a warning long passed down by local fishermen—never sleep on the trail. One man ignored that warning... and paid the price.