Haunted Hikes in Columbus, Ohio

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Join Daclaud Lee’s Haunted Hikes in Columbus, Ohio for a Spooky Adventure!

Step into the shadows of Columbus, Ohio, with Daclaud Lee’s Haunted Hikes in Columbus, Ohio, where urban legends come to life! As we explore eerie local tales like The Walhalla Witch, chilling forgotten spots, and Downtown’s haunted past, each hike offers an unforgettable look at the city’s ghostly history. Whether you’re a seasoned paranormal enthusiast or just in the mood for a thrilling experience, these hikes are designed to entertain, unearth local legends, and spark a few spine-tingling moments along the way.

Our Haunted Hikes take you beyond the typical ghost stories. From urban legends to overlooked haunted locations throughout Columbus, each stop offers an authentic peek into the city’s paranormal history. The tour concludes with a chance to unwind and share stories over drinks, allowing everyone to reflect on the hike’s spooky tales and maybe share a ghostly encounter or two. It’s a unique way to explore Columbus while meeting like-minded adventurers who appreciate a good scare.

Daclaud Lee’s Haunted Hikes are donation-based, making these experiences accessible for all who want to join. Since this is a passion project and volunteer-led, your support helps keep these hikes going. Reserve your spot through Meetup, bring your curiosity (and courage), and get ready for a night of eerie exploration and fascinating folklore!

Haunted Hike in Columbus, Ohio

Places We Explore

These hikes are not intended for anyone with mobility issues. For longer hikes, there may not be any pit stops for a long time. Join these hikes at your own risk.

Clintonville

Step into the shadows and explore Columbus’s most chilling legends with a Haunted Hike like no other. Our journey begins at Lucky’s Market, where we gather to brave the haunted paths of Walhalla Road. Here, we’ll relive the tragic tale of Mr. Mooney, who leaped from the Calumet Bridge into the darkness below. His spirit, some say, was driven to despair by the mysterious Walhalla Witch—a legend who still lingers, casting a dark shadow over the area. Is it a curse, or just a story? Only the brave find out.

Our next stop is the Glenn Echo Tunnel, an eerie, forgotten passageway where legends come to life. Witness the apparition of a young woman who mourns in the shadows, and feel the chill of the nameless vagrant, lost to winter’s icy grip, whose anguished cries echo through the tunnel walls. With each step, the unknown grows closer, testing even the steeliest nerves.

Our journey ends at The Gates of Hell, a hidden location just behind Lucky’s Market. Local lore warns this dark portal could be a gateway to other realms—a place where reality itself blurs. Join us for this bone-chilling experience, if you dare, and immerse yourself in the haunting legends of Columbus. Reserve your spot on Meetup today, and prepare for a night you’ll never forget!

Total Miles Traveled: 3

Points of Interest

  • Walhalla Rd.
  • The Calumet Bridge
  • Mooney Mansion
  • The Gates of Hell
  • Glenn Echo Bird Tunnel
  • Glenn Echo Ravine
  • Portal Park

Downtown Columbus

Prepare yourself for a journey into the haunted heart of Columbus, Ohio! This 4-mile trek begins and ends at Gemut Biergarten, where we gather our courage before venturing into the dark underbelly of the city’s storied past. Our first stop: The Kelton House, home to the infamous spirit of Grace Kelton. Known to wander the halls, her ghostly presence is said to haunt this historic home, leaving chills in her wake. Moving on, we’ll weave through Topiary Park, a serene space where the ghost of a vagrant is rumored to linger, hidden among the sculpted greenery.

As we continue, we’ll reach Nestor Hall at Columbus State Community College, where echoes of history haunt the present. Here, strange apparitions and inexplicable sounds have left their mark on unsuspecting visitors. Our journey then brings us to The Thurber House, where spirits from a forgotten time are rumored to stir within its walls, weaving threads of mystery and fear.

After a night of eerie exploration, we’ll return to Gemut Biergarten for a well-deserved break, where food, drink, and camaraderie offer a brief refuge from the paranormal. This is more than just a hike—it’s an encounter with Columbus’s most haunted legends. Join us, if you dare, and let these stories transform your view of the city forever.

Total Miles Traveled: 4

Points of Interest

West Side of Columbus

Dare to step into the shadows of Columbus on our haunted hike along the notorious Camp Chase Trail, where legends, whispers, and terror blend in the dead of night. We gather at a Kroger parking lot, a fleeting shelter before we face the darkness. Stock up on your provisions, because this eerie journey will test both your nerve and endurance.

Our path is steeped in chilling stories, from the spectral jogger who roams the trail—eternally reliving her tragic fate—to tales of a serial killer lurking in the shadows, preying on those who stray. Cyclists and walkers have vanished, leaving only echoes of fear and mystery behind. Whether it’s a flesh-and-blood predator or a vengeful spirit, something sinister is said to haunt these woods, waiting patiently in the shadows.

We end at the Cemetery for the Insane, where gravestones bear only the haunting word “specimen,” a grim reminder of those forsaken by time and sanity. Here lie the forgotten souls, once part of the Columbus Ohio Asylum for the Insane, their voices whispering through the trees. Will you venture into the heart of darkness with us? Bring your courage—and whatever protection you find comforting—as this night promises terror at every turn.

Total Miles Traveled: 7

Points of Interest

  • Camp Chase Trail
  • Insane Cemetery
  • State New Insane Cemetery (off limits)
  • Old Insane and Penal Cemetery
  • Columbus Ohio Asylum for the Insane (no longer there)