Hawaii’s Most Haunted.
True Ghost Stories, Legends, & History
Welcome to the Mysteries of Hawai‘i blog — your gateway to the most haunted places in Hawai‘i. Here, we share chilling Hawaiian ghost stories, haunted legends, and real paranormal encounters rooted in local history, newspaper accounts, oral traditions, and personal experiences.
From ancient Hawaiian heiau to haunted hotels, sacred battlegrounds to modern-day ghost sightings, these are stories tied to the very soul of our islands — including many locations featured on our award-winning Waikiki and Haunted Honolulu ghost tours.
Some places welcome you. Others don’t. Explore with respect, and remember: should you visit these places on your own, you are your own keeper. To venture out alone in haunted Hawaii is purely at your own risk.
The Eeriest Legends and Most Haunted Places in Hawai‘i.
Click the icons below to uncover ghost stories, eerie legends, and supernatural sites across O‘ahu and beyond. New entries are added often — check back regularly!
Haunted Hilo
Explore the haunted history of Hilo, a town with a dark past. From ghostly apparitions to eerie sightings, discover the supernatural side of this historic Hawaiian town.
Restless Spirits at the Salvation Army
The Salvation Army building in Honolulu holds more than just a history of charitable acts. Its haunted past reveals ghostly encounters and eerie tales that persist to this day.
‘Īao Valley Ghosts and Night Marchers
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.
Bothersome Ghosts at Barking Sands, Kauai
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.
The Old Gallows at Fort Street Mall
The first prison on Oahu was at Fort Kekuanohu whose gate was witness to Hawaii’s first public executions. While the Old Fort no longer stands, people are said to have an uneasy feeling when standing where the old gate used to be -- at Walker Park at the foot of Fort Street.
Haunted Judd Trail & Jackass Ginger Pond
Judd Trail and Jackass Ginger Pond seem like peaceful hiking spots today—but a deadly curve, tragic deaths, and an unsolved murder still haunt the area’s past.
Night Marchers, Menehune, and Ghosts at Haunted Nu‘uanu Pali
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.
Haunted Kalihi Uka and Wilson Tunnel
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.
Diabolical Obsession at St. Stephen’s Seminary
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.
Downtown Honolulu - Haunted Loku
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.
Haunted Kawaiaha‘o Church & Graveyard
From the spirits of ancient chiefs to a ghostly boy seeking answers, the Kawaiaha‘o Church and graveyard harbor eerie encounters that continue to intrigue and haunt visitors today.
Haunted Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School
Built on the site of an ancient Hawaiian heiau used for human sacrifice, R.L. Stevenson Middle School is said to be haunted by restless spirits. Strange occurrences and unsettling sightings near the portable classrooms suggest the past may not be so easily forgotten.