We’ve previously mentioned Arkansas ghosts you might come across in houses, on school campuses, and in theaters, but did you know Arkansas is home to several allegedly haunted streets? There have been reports of hauntings and paranormal activity by those who have ventured down these Arkansas roads and across these bridges – and what they had to say might creep you out a little bit or at least give you something to think about when passing these places during your travels. Here’s our list of some of the most haunted streets in Arkansas. Are you brave enough to take the drive?
- Highway 365 Woodson
Google Maps We’ve mentioned this ghostly hitchhiker before, but never forget where you can meet her! As the legend goes, this hitchhiker of Highway 365 in Woodson appears to drivers on stormy nights. She provides an address, but when the driver arrives there she is said to disappear. If the driver asks the residents at the address about the girl, the driver will be allegedly told that the situation happens often, as their daughter was killed in a car accident.
- Primrose Lane
Google Maps Some residents who live near Primrose Lane in Paragould claim to have seen the ghost of a man (who reportedly shot himself) and his dog (said to have died shortly after). People have also said they’ve seen the two ghosts in the nearby woods.
- Old Redfield Road
Google Maps Old Redfield Road in Sheridan is apparently crackling with paranormal activity. People claim to have seen ghosts walking along the road as well as in the cemetery Electrical items such as flashlights and radios have reportedly stopped working when this area is approached.
- Wolf Bayou Bridge
Google Maps The Wolf Bayou Bridge in Scott, replaced in 2005, remains the source of paranormal folklore today. Witnesses say that a woman and her newborn died here when she drove off the bridge. It has been said that those who go there at night and shout “Mama Lou, I’ve got your baby!” might experience sudden car trouble or even may see a woman in white floating near the bridge (maybe looking for her ghostly child?)
- Woodson Lateral
Google Maps As local rumor goes around Woodson, strange and ghostly lights appear at night along Woodson Lateral Road and follow cars for an indeterminate length of time.
- Springfield-Des Arc Bridge
Google Photos/lightbenders The Springfield Bridge-Des Arc Bridge in Springfield, an iron bowstring truss bridge that stretches over Cadron Creek, is another location where some have reported hearing strange noises (among them the cry of a ghost baby and a disembodied girl’s scream).
- Rader Road
Google Maps Does Arkansas have its own haunted horseman galloping down Rader Road? Some people from around this area have claimed to see a ghostly rider and horse riding down this road on the outskirts of Rogers.
- Bono Bridge
Google Maps The Bono Bridge, demolished in 2011, is said to be haunted based on local legend. Allegedly, those who would on the bridge and would look down at the railroad tracks below as a train approached felt the sudden terror of nearly getting struck. Strange noises and ghosts are also said to appear in the area.
- Gurdon Railroad
Google Photos/reddiementors A haunting light found in Gurdon, Arkansas at various times during the night along the railroad tracks is said to be the light from the lantern of the ghost of a railroad worker who was struck by a train, and others claim the ghost is of a railroad foreman who was beaten to death in a dispute with an employee.
- Tilly Willy Bridge
Facebook/Tilly Willy Bridge The Tilly Willy Bridge itself is gone (it was demolished a few years ago), but the legend lives on. As the story goes, a woman drove off the bridge some 40 years ago, killing herself and her children. The ghostly car was spotted driving across the bridge, and the ghost of the woman herself is said to still haunt the area despite the bridge being gone.
If you do happen to find yourself near one of the most haunted streets in Arkansas, don’t worry. We’re sure it’s all just legend and folklore…right? You’ll be sure to have a full tank of gas near these places regardless, surely! Have you been around these areas and experienced anything a little strange? Sound off in the comments!
Google Maps
We’ve mentioned this ghostly hitchhiker before, but never forget where you can meet her! As the legend goes, this hitchhiker of Highway 365 in Woodson appears to drivers on stormy nights. She provides an address, but when the driver arrives there she is said to disappear. If the driver asks the residents at the address about the girl, the driver will be allegedly told that the situation happens often, as their daughter was killed in a car accident.
Some residents who live near Primrose Lane in Paragould claim to have seen the ghost of a man (who reportedly shot himself) and his dog (said to have died shortly after). People have also said they’ve seen the two ghosts in the nearby woods.
Old Redfield Road in Sheridan is apparently crackling with paranormal activity. People claim to have seen ghosts walking along the road as well as in the cemetery Electrical items such as flashlights and radios have reportedly stopped working when this area is approached.
The Wolf Bayou Bridge in Scott, replaced in 2005, remains the source of paranormal folklore today. Witnesses say that a woman and her newborn died here when she drove off the bridge. It has been said that those who go there at night and shout “Mama Lou, I’ve got your baby!” might experience sudden car trouble or even may see a woman in white floating near the bridge (maybe looking for her ghostly child?)
As local rumor goes around Woodson, strange and ghostly lights appear at night along Woodson Lateral Road and follow cars for an indeterminate length of time.
Google Photos/lightbenders
The Springfield Bridge-Des Arc Bridge in Springfield, an iron bowstring truss bridge that stretches over Cadron Creek, is another location where some have reported hearing strange noises (among them the cry of a ghost baby and a disembodied girl’s scream).
Does Arkansas have its own haunted horseman galloping down Rader Road? Some people from around this area have claimed to see a ghostly rider and horse riding down this road on the outskirts of Rogers.
The Bono Bridge, demolished in 2011, is said to be haunted based on local legend. Allegedly, those who would on the bridge and would look down at the railroad tracks below as a train approached felt the sudden terror of nearly getting struck. Strange noises and ghosts are also said to appear in the area.
Google Photos/reddiementors
A haunting light found in Gurdon, Arkansas at various times during the night along the railroad tracks is said to be the light from the lantern of the ghost of a railroad worker who was struck by a train, and others claim the ghost is of a railroad foreman who was beaten to death in a dispute with an employee.
Facebook/Tilly Willy Bridge
The Tilly Willy Bridge itself is gone (it was demolished a few years ago), but the legend lives on. As the story goes, a woman drove off the bridge some 40 years ago, killing herself and her children. The ghostly car was spotted driving across the bridge, and the ghost of the woman herself is said to still haunt the area despite the bridge being gone.
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most haunted streets in Arkansas September 01, 2020 Jackie Ann What are the most haunted places in Arkansas? Arkansas is ripe with haunted buildings and reports of paranormal experiences. One of the most haunted places in The Natural State is the Crescent Hotel and Spa in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Built in 1886 as a resort for the rich and famous, the hotel has seen many different facades including a college for women, a summer hotel, a hospital, and even a health resort. Many psychic mediums and paranormal investigators have investigated the hotel and believe the hotel is some type of portal to the other side. What are the most popular ghost stories in Arkansas? One of the most passed around ghost stories in Arkansas is that of the Phantom of the King Opera House in Van Buren, Arkansas. In the late 19th century, an actor fell in love with the daughter of a prominent town doctor, who disapproved of their relationship. The two made plans to run away together, who were met at the Van Buren Train Depot by the young girl’s father, who whipped the boy to death. Several former employees at the opera house have reported feeling like they are not alone, often feeling like someone is in the room with them. Others have even reported seeing the ghost of the young actor, dressed in a top hat and a Victorian-style coat, searching the theater for his true love. Are there any haunted restaurants or bars in Arkansas? If you’re looking to share a spirit with a spirit, look no further than the Four Quarter Bar, one of the most haunted bars in Arkansas. This Little Rock watering hole opened in 2016, but the building is one of the oldest in the city. In the early 1900s, the building operated at a brothel, and as legend goes, the owner was in love with a prostitute that worked there, but she fell in love with another man enraging the owner. In a fit of blind rage, he slit her throat and threw her off the balcony. In a very karmic turn of events, the owner met the exact same fate years later, when he got into an argument with a patron, who slit his throat and threw him off the balcony as well. Many people have reported seeing the ghostly apparition of a young woman wearing period clothing roaming around, and employees have reported that it’s not uncommon for things to disappear, move on their own, or shatter unexpectedly.
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most haunted streets in Arkansas
September 01, 2020
Jackie Ann
What are the most haunted places in Arkansas? Arkansas is ripe with haunted buildings and reports of paranormal experiences. One of the most haunted places in The Natural State is the Crescent Hotel and Spa in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Built in 1886 as a resort for the rich and famous, the hotel has seen many different facades including a college for women, a summer hotel, a hospital, and even a health resort. Many psychic mediums and paranormal investigators have investigated the hotel and believe the hotel is some type of portal to the other side. What are the most popular ghost stories in Arkansas? One of the most passed around ghost stories in Arkansas is that of the Phantom of the King Opera House in Van Buren, Arkansas. In the late 19th century, an actor fell in love with the daughter of a prominent town doctor, who disapproved of their relationship. The two made plans to run away together, who were met at the Van Buren Train Depot by the young girl’s father, who whipped the boy to death. Several former employees at the opera house have reported feeling like they are not alone, often feeling like someone is in the room with them. Others have even reported seeing the ghost of the young actor, dressed in a top hat and a Victorian-style coat, searching the theater for his true love. Are there any haunted restaurants or bars in Arkansas? If you’re looking to share a spirit with a spirit, look no further than the Four Quarter Bar, one of the most haunted bars in Arkansas. This Little Rock watering hole opened in 2016, but the building is one of the oldest in the city. In the early 1900s, the building operated at a brothel, and as legend goes, the owner was in love with a prostitute that worked there, but she fell in love with another man enraging the owner. In a fit of blind rage, he slit her throat and threw her off the balcony. In a very karmic turn of events, the owner met the exact same fate years later, when he got into an argument with a patron, who slit his throat and threw him off the balcony as well. Many people have reported seeing the ghostly apparition of a young woman wearing period clothing roaming around, and employees have reported that it’s not uncommon for things to disappear, move on their own, or shatter unexpectedly.
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Arkansas is ripe with haunted buildings and reports of paranormal experiences. One of the most haunted places in The Natural State is the Crescent Hotel and Spa in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Built in 1886 as a resort for the rich and famous, the hotel has seen many different facades including a college for women, a summer hotel, a hospital, and even a health resort. Many psychic mediums and paranormal investigators have investigated the hotel and believe the hotel is some type of portal to the other side.
What are the most popular ghost stories in Arkansas?
One of the most passed around ghost stories in Arkansas is that of the Phantom of the King Opera House in Van Buren, Arkansas. In the late 19th century, an actor fell in love with the daughter of a prominent town doctor, who disapproved of their relationship. The two made plans to run away together, who were met at the Van Buren Train Depot by the young girl’s father, who whipped the boy to death. Several former employees at the opera house have reported feeling like they are not alone, often feeling like someone is in the room with them. Others have even reported seeing the ghost of the young actor, dressed in a top hat and a Victorian-style coat, searching the theater for his true love.
Are there any haunted restaurants or bars in Arkansas?
If you’re looking to share a spirit with a spirit, look no further than the Four Quarter Bar, one of the most haunted bars in Arkansas. This Little Rock watering hole opened in 2016, but the building is one of the oldest in the city. In the early 1900s, the building operated at a brothel, and as legend goes, the owner was in love with a prostitute that worked there, but she fell in love with another man enraging the owner. In a fit of blind rage, he slit her throat and threw her off the balcony. In a very karmic turn of events, the owner met the exact same fate years later, when he got into an argument with a patron, who slit his throat and threw him off the balcony as well. Many people have reported seeing the ghostly apparition of a young woman wearing period clothing roaming around, and employees have reported that it’s not uncommon for things to disappear, move on their own, or shatter unexpectedly.
