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At PANICd.com, every location holds a story waiting to be uncovered. From forgotten cemeteries and abandoned asylums to historic landmarks hiding unsettling pasts, our database is built for those who seek more than just a place on a map. Each entry is a doorway into history, folklore, and firsthand paranormal claims gathered from years of exploration across the United States. Whether you are a seasoned investigator, a curious traveler, or someone drawn to the unexplained, PANICd.com invites you to step beyond the surface and explore the shadows where history and hauntings collide.

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52 Documented stories
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Tonight's spotlight: Disneyland

Walt Disney got the idea for Disneyland after taking his daughters to different amusement parks around the country. He envisioned a place where kids and adults could come and enjoy themselves. The park opened July 17, 1955.

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Libraries Washington DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

Library of Congress - Jefferson Building

The oldest of the three United States Library of Congress buildings, the Thomas Jefferson Building was built between 1890 and 1897. More →

Homes or Mansions San Diego CALIFORNIA

Whaley House

Upon the couple's return to San Diego, Whaley entered various business general store partnerships, most of which lasted less than a year. He purchased this property in September 1855, which had been the site of the hanging of the infamous Yankee Jim Robin More →

Hotels Napanoch NEW YORK

Shanley Hotel

A post-card setting of the Shawanugunk Mountains views from the distance, in a sleepy little hamlet of the historic Hudson Valley, exists Napanoch's "follies"; the Shanley Hotel. More →

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Lighthouses

Lighthouses are often thought to be haunted because they are located next to large, moving bodies of water. There are many lighthouses located near beaches that are perilous because ships have crashed there, resulting in a large number of deaths. These deaths could be linked to ghostly sightings. Lighthouses are also often haunted by lighthouse keepers or their families, as they frequently lived in extreme solitude, which could lead to emotional discomfort and even violence, perhaps creating leftover energy as well as their feeling the need to continue their work to keep sailors safe on the high seas. The aura surrounding haunted lighthouses is enhanced by the fact that much local folklore and many stories about them have been passed down through the years.

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Funeral Homes

Former funeral homes are often considered haunted because they were places where death, grief, and emotional intensity were part of everyday life. For decades, these buildings served as the final stop for the deceased, where bodies were prepared, wakes were held, and families gathered in moments of deep sorrow. Many believe that such environments can leave behind residual energy, especially when strong emotions like sadness, shock, or even unresolved trauma are present. In addition, funeral homes frequently handled individuals who may have died suddenly or under tragic circumstances, adding to the idea that some spirits might linger or remain attached to the location. The combination of repeated exposure to death, ritual practices surrounding the dead, and the emotional weight carried within the walls makes former funeral homes a common focal point for reports of paranormal activity.

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Historical Locations

Because they are often the sites of significant events, such as battles, murders, or sudden deaths, historical locations are frequently thought to be haunted. These events can leave behind strong emotional energy, which is believed to manifest as a haunting. In other words, the intense emotions that are associated with these events can become "imprinted" on the location, leading to ghostly sightings or paranormal activity. It is possible that the strong feelings that people experience during these occurrences, such as fear, grief, or rage, continue to exist in the surroundings. Ghost stories can preserve the memory of people and historical events that time might otherwise erase.

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Interactive haunted map

The PANICd Haunted Map is a powerful tool that brings hundreds of documented paranormal locations to life, allowing users to visually explore haunted sites across the country. By plotting real locations with precise geocodes, the map lets visitors discover nearby hauntings, filter by categories like cemeteries or historic buildings, and dive deeper into each site’s history and reported paranormal activity. Whether you are planning a road trip or simply exploring from home, the haunted map transforms raw data into an interactive experience that makes the unknown feel just a little closer.

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Recently Added Locations

Here is a listing of our most recently added locations. Check back often as we are adding new locations as we find them.

Lake View Cemetery - Jamestown

Lake View Cemetery in Jamestown, New York, was established in the late nineteenth century during a period when the rural cemetery movement was transforming the way communities honored their dead. More →

Lily Dale

Nestled along the shores of Cassadaga Lake in western New York, Lily Dale was founded in 1879 as the Cassadaga Lake Free Association. It was created as a summer camp where spiritualists could gather to exchange ideas. More →

Fenway Park

Fenway Park opened on April 20, 1912, making it the oldest ballpark still used in Major League Baseball. More →

Devil's Rock Batavia

For well over a century, people have passed the legends surrounding Devil's Rock from one generation to the next. According to local folklore, the unusual shape of the rock inspired stories that supernatural forces had a hand in its creation. More →

Our Haunted Travels

Our Haunted Travels is based on locations that PANICd.com members and/or owners have visited to conduct research or an investigation based on reported paranormal claims within the PANICd.com database. All of the locations and articles posted here are based on personal experiences of the members and/or owners. We have also used the original PANICd.com YouTube channel to convert it over to Our Haunted Travels where have have documented the locations we have visited from the database on the channel. Below is a playlist on our videos within the most recent one produced.

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