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!

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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.

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Haunted Kiona‘ole Road

Kiona‘ole Road, nestled beneath the Ko‘olau mountains, has a history marred by violence, unsolved murders, and strange occurrences. From the chilling story of Pakuanui's deadly trap to the tragic deaths of Nirmala Weddle and Dawn Bustamante, this road has witnessed countless misfortunes. Despite its dark past, it remains a haunting reminder of Oahu’s tumultuous history, with ghostly tales of Charlie Kaulaloha and his haunting legacy lingering on.

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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.

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Night Marchers at La Pietra School (Papa‘ena‘ena Heiau)

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.

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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.

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Ghost of Postal Worker Haunts Downtown Post Office

In the heart of downtown Honolulu, a cranky but devoted postal worker once guarded government supplies with an iron will. After a mysterious scandal and tragic end, his spirit is said to linger in the very building he once worked so tirelessly to protect—still keeping an eye on the pencils and paper he held so dear. Postal workers today still say the building is haunted. By the ghost of the old postal worker, Benedict Westkaemper... and so much more...

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Ghosts and Night Marchers in Moanalua

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.

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Haunted Māhā‘ulepū

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.

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