Oregon offers a rich catalog of creepy and macabre attractions, blending haunted history, ghost towns, unsettling art, and legendary sites tied to mysterious events. Here are 11 unique places to experience the eerie side of Oregon:
Iconic Creepy Destinations
Shanghai Tunnels (Portland): These underground passages were used for shanghaiing victims, and are considered the state’s most haunted locale, with numerous ghost stories and dark history.
Geiser Grand Hotel (Baker City): Built in 1889, this hotel is haunted by the “Lady in Blue” and other apparitions, with chilling tales from guests and staff.
Cathedral Park (Portland): Haunted by the ghost of Thelma Taylor, a teenager abducted and murdered in 1949, the park is tied to both tragedy and persistent supernatural sightings.
Multnomah Falls (Columbia River Gorge): According to Native American legend, the waterfall is haunted by a maiden who sacrificed herself to save her village; visitors report unsettling vibes and strange phenomena.
Tillamook Head Trail & Tillamook Rock Lighthouse (“Terrible Tilly”): Abandoned WWII bunkers, the weather-beaten lighthouse, and stories of a columbarium for cremated remains, plus fog-shrouded hiking trails, make this a deeply atmospheric location for fans of the macabre.
Haunted and Eerie Sites
Hot Lake Hotel (Union County): Former sanatorium with a history of fire, death, and ghostly activity, featured on paranormal TV shows.
Golden State Historic Site (Josephine County): An abandoned mining town with tales of restless spirits and a somber atmosphere.
Pittock Mansion (Portland): Home to the persistent spirits of its original owners, this grand old house atop the city offers historic charm with a haunted twist.
Sumpter Valley Gold Dredge (Sumpter): Allegedly haunted by the ghost of Joe Bush, with unexplained footsteps and other phenomena.
Weird and Macabre Roadside Sights
Harvey the Rabbit (Aloha): This giant fiberglass rabbit with a peculiar backstory is a roadside landmark combining kitsch and weirdness, irresistible to fans of quirky attractions.
Scaponia Park (Vernonia): Site of a notorious horse thief lynching, said to be haunted by both victim and his dog, in a location tied to film lore and local ghost tales.
Honorable Creepy Extras
If you want more, other notable spots include the Bagdad Theater and White Eagle Saloon (Portland), Old Portland Underground, Eugene Pioneer Cemetery (Eugene), and the Forbes Barclay House (Oregon City), all steeped in paranormal lore.
This mix of haunted history, mournful legends, and bizarre roadside monuments ensures Oregon has something memorable for every fan of the creepy and macabre.
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