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.

What secrets linger on the remote peninsula of Kalaupapa? Discover the chilling tale of a ghostly figure seen wandering the site of Hawaii’s infamous leprosy settlement — and the sorrow that still haunts its shores.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Imported with early Japanese immigrants, the Noppera-bō—Hawai‘i’s faceless ghost—haunts schools, drive-ins, and restrooms. From Palolo to Kahala and many other places around Hawai’i, chilling encounters with this yokai continue to blur the line between folklore and real-life terror.

Iolani Palace is more than a symbol of Hawaii’s royal past—it’s a place of restless spirits. From phantom intruders vanishing into thin air to the ghostly procession of Kamehameha III and his headless guardian, this historic site holds secrets that defy explanation.

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.

Downtown Honolulu may be filled with modern buildings today, but its shadows still whisper stories of the past. On Union Street, the ghost of a long-lost sea captain once roamed the halls of his old home, while just blocks away, the spirit of a loving father returned to comfort his family one final time. These two chilling encounters remind us that even in the heart of the city, the dead may never be far away.

In the quiet suburb of Hawaii Kai, a seemingly ordinary home became the stage for an extraordinary haunting. The ghost, soon dubbed “Bernard,” would reveal himself not once, but regularly. Though never threatening, Bernard’s pale, static-like figure was hard to ignore. The home was brand new… but what sacred grounds did it disturb?

In 1901, a woman came forward to say that she dreamt of an old kahuna who died. She said that in her dream, he told her that he did not come to his death naturally. In the dream, Joe told the woman that he was hit in the back of the head by a Japanese man, and described the club that was used.

In 1934, Kumu Emma De Fries’ grandpa and their yard boy were hiking past Aiea’s Keaiwa Heiau when they encountered a beautiful woman in white. Her long, wet hair and serene presence left them stunned—but their meeting with her would save their lives.

It is perhaps one of the most well-known urban legends of hawaii. Its story has spanned decades. Every generation, the hauntings at this place resurface and become an urban legend all over again. A 1942 article, a 1972 editorial, and a 1994 book makes one question whether the Kasha is real. Let’s check it out…

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.

Judd Trail and Ginger Pond seem like peaceful hiking spots today—but a deadly curve, tragic deaths, and an unsolved murder still haunt the area’s past.