13 Urban Legends From Phoenix

Looking for inspiration to give your haunt a local flair?  Here are thirteen urban legends from Phoenix you might wish to incorporate!

The Phoenix Lights: In 1997, a series of mysterious lights appeared in the sky over Phoenix, leaving many residents wondering if they were witnessing an extraterrestrial visitation.

The Squaw Peak Hiker: Legend has it that a hiker died on Squaw Peak and her ghost still haunts the area, sometimes appearing to other hikers.

The Haunted Hotel San Carlos: Guests at the Hotel San Carlos have reported seeing ghostly apparitions and feeling an eerie presence in certain rooms.

The Rosson House Ghost: The Rosson House Museum is said to be haunted by the ghost of a former resident who died tragically in the home.

The Phoenixville Ghost: A ghostly apparition is said to haunt the area around the Phoenixville Cemetery.

The Woman in White: Legend has it that a woman in a white dress can be seen walking along the side of the road in certain parts of Phoenix.

The Black Angel of Piestewa Peak: A mysterious statue of an angel on Piestewa Peak is said to have supernatural powers and is the site of strange occurrences.

The Phoenix Phantom: A ghostly apparition is said to haunt the old Phoenix Indian School, now a park.

The Papago Park Witch: A witch is said to live in Papago Park and can be seen practicing her magic at night.

The Red Phantom of South Mountain: A ghostly apparition of a woman in a red dress is said to appear on South Mountain.

The Haunted Orpheum Theater: The Orpheum Theater is said to be haunted by the ghost of a former performer who died on stage.

The Crying Child of Phoenix: Legend has it that the ghost of a child can be heard crying in certain parts of Phoenix.

The Phoenix Shadow People: Shadowy figures have been reported appearing in certain parts of Phoenix, causing fear and confusion.

Happy Haunting!