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 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.
Haunted Morgan’s Corner
Nestled in the haunting hills of Nuuanu Valley, Morgan’s Corner is a place steeped in dark history. From chilling urban legends of a young man’s death to real-life tragedies like the murder of Therese Wilder and countless fatal car crashes, the eerie stories surrounding this stretch of road leave an unsettling impression on those who dare to visit.
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.