October 03, 2024

Michigan's Haunted Lakes: Ghost Stories from the Great Lakes State | Ep. 22

18 minutes

In Episode 22 of The Halloween Podcast, join host Lyle Perez as he explores the haunted history of Michigan, a state known for its stunning Great Lakes and dense forests but also for its restless spirits. From grand hotels to eerie hospitals, Michigan holds some of the most spine-chilling tales in the country.

Featured Haunted Locations:

The Grand Hotel

Address: 286 Grand Ave, Mackinac Island, MI 49757

A historic hotel where ghostly apparitions, including a woman in Victorian dress and a soldier from the War of 1812, roam the halls. Guests have reported mysterious footsteps and the sound of horses’ hooves on stormy nights.

The Whitney Mansion

Address: 4421 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201

This opulent mansion, now a restaurant, is haunted by its original owners, David and Sara Whitney. Guests often encounter cold drafts in the elevator and the sound of sobbing from empty rooms.

Fort Wayne

Address: 6325 W Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48209

A historic fort where the ghost of a Civil War soldier patrols the grounds, and the weeping spirit of a soldier’s wife has been seen wandering near the barracks.

The Traverse City State Hospital

Address: 830 Cottageview Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684

Once a mental asylum, this sprawling hospital is haunted by the spirits of former patients. Disembodied voices and ghostly nurses have been spotted walking the halls and tunnels.

The Paulding Light

Address: Near Robbins Pond Rd, Paulding, MI 49912

A mysterious glowing light that appears at night, believed to be the lantern of a brakeman killed while stopping a runaway train. Witnesses report seeing the light and hearing the faint sound of a train whistle.

Henderson Castle

Address: 100 Monroe St, Kalamazoo, MI 49006

A grand castle haunted by its original owners, Frank and Mary Henderson, whose spirits have been seen in the tower room and garden. The ghost of a young girl also giggles in the halls.

The Michigan Bell Building

Address: 50 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Built on the site of a mansion where a brutal murder took place, the building is haunted by strange phone calls and the sound of chains dragging in the basement.

The Felt Mansion

Address: 6597 138th Ave, Holland, MI 49423

This stately home is haunted by the ghost of Agnes Felt, who wanders the halls after her sudden death. Visitors report the scent of roses and the sound of children laughing in the attic.

Eloise Asylum

Address: 30712 Michigan Ave, Westland, MI 48186

Once a psychiatric hospital, this abandoned asylum is known for its oppressive energy, with visitors hearing distant screams, cries, and seeing a wheelchair moving on its own.

The Holly Hotel

Address: 110 Battle Alley, Holly, MI 48442

A Victorian hotel haunted by former owner Mr. Hirst and a maid who died in a fire. Guests report seeing apparitions and hearing eerie sounds in the kitchen and dining room.

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Keywords: Haunted Michigan, Michigan Ghost Stories, Haunted Locations, Paranormal Michigan, Haunted America, Grand Hotel, Whitney Mansion, Fort Wayne, Traverse City State Hospital, Paulding Light, Henderson Castle, Michigan Bell Building, Felt Mansion, Eloise Asylum, Holly Hotel

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