Haunted Maine: Ghosts, Lighthouses & Historic Inns You Can Visit This Fall
- Gerry Caron
- Oct 31
- 7 min read
Haunted in Maine · Lighthouses · Museums & Historical Sites: Exploring Haunted Maine
Maine’s rugged coastline, time-worn inns, and fog-drenched lighthouses feel as though they were built to whisper ghost stories. Perhaps it’s the salt air drifting through empty hallways, the steady blink of beacons guarding rocky shores, or the lingering presence of past lives. Whatever the cause, the Pine Tree State thrives on lore — haunted inns, theatres with unseen audiences, forts echoing with the past, and lighthouses whose keepers never truly left.
Autumn is the perfect time to lean into the mystery. Crisp nights, fireplaces crackling, and leaves crunching underfoot set the ideal stage for a stay in one of Maine’s historic homes — where romance meets spectral ambience, and every stairwell might carry a story.
Whether you're drawn to ghost tours, heritage architecture, or maritime legends, this guide to Maine’s haunted lighthouses, inns, museums, and historic theaters is your portal to a season of spectral exploration in haunted Maine.
🏡 Haunted Inns Where History Never Checks Out
The Kennebunk Inn — Kennebunk, ME
Dating to 1799, this former tavern, stagecoach stop, and jail is rumored to host a few uninvited guests. Staff report phantom footsteps echoing across hallways and glasses sliding across counters without cause. Some believe the presence of a former clerk and early innkeeper endures.
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Captain Fairfield House — Kennebunkport, ME
Built in 1813, this Federal-style home was once residence to Captain James Fairfield. Over the years, visitors say they sense a benign presence watching over the halls. Local lore and features like Yankee Magazine mention guests feeling watched — but at peace — during late-night hours.
The Tides Beach Club — Eagle Rocks / Goose Rocks Beach, Kennebunkport
Locals jokingly call it “Goose Bumps Beach” for its haunting tales. The spirit known as Emma, the inn’s 19th-century owner, is said to appear on stormy nights. Her figure reportedly drifts near the shore or in upper windows, captured in ghost walk stories.
Nathaniel Lord Mansion — Kennebunkport
Built in 1812, this mansion never witnessed its owner’s occupancy. Though Captain Lord never lived there, his daughter or wife’s spirit is sometimes seen crossing the elegantly furnished halls, especially in the “Lincoln Bedroom.” The local historical society includes her in oral histories.
Admiral Peary Inn — Fryeburg, ME
Guests report hearing childlike laughter or catching glimpses of a young girl named Annabelle. The stories are collected in Maine Ghosts & Legends anthologies. Some say she races through hallways or vanishes just out of sight.
The Greenville Inn & Cottages — Moosehead Lake
Near the towering northern wilderness, this lakeside inn has tales of a graceful lady in period dress drifting through rooms. Guests report phantom tap-dancing and whispers in the night. Far from frightening, many describe her as gentle, as though lingering in memory rather than malice.
Captain Lindsey House & Berry Manor Inn — Rockland, ME
These 19th-century captain’s homes echo with stories of rooms shifting, doors slamming, or shadowy forms drifting corridors. Berry Manor also hosts tales of three Victorian-era lady spirits, sometimes glimpsed by guests nearing the fireplace.
LimeRock Inn — Rockland, ME
Once the home of a physician, this inn is said to harbor wandering “patients” from decades past. Guests have reported dark stairwells, silhouettes in windows, and an eerie sense of watchfulness.
East Wind Inn — Tenants Harbor, ME
Perched above Penobscot Bay, this inn reportedly hosts flickering lights and distant voices when rooms are empty. Lighthouse and ghost tours of the region often mention the inn’s upper floors as haunted.
Coach Stop Inn — Bar Harbor, ME
Established in 1804, this historic inn blends country charm with spectral tales. Visitors sometimes hear faint child laughter or feel a presence in locked rooms or corridors. Local ghost walk operators include it as part of Bar Harbor’s haunted tour route.
Lucerne Inn — Dedham, ME
Archival research revealed a tragic murder-suicide on property grounds. Guests have reported cold drafts, brief shadows passing, and the sensation of being watched in dim corridors. Local newspapers from the Bangor Daily News document parts of the story.
🏛 Haunted Museums, Theaters & Forts
Ogunquit Playhouse — Ogunquit, ME
Since 1933, this summer theater has reported flickers of lights backstage, phantom footsteps, and whispers after performances end. Actors and staff often recount feeling unseen presences during night rehearsals.
Biddeford City Theatre — Biddeford, ME
Opened in 1896, fires and rebirths mark this ornate theater’s history. Reports include cold spots, phantom applause, and voices echoing when no crowd remains.*
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor — Boothbay Harbor, ME
Revived and renovated, this opera house still echoes memories. Paranormal accounts include instruments playing on their own, footsteps backstage, and voices lingering long after shows close.
Fort William Henry — Bristol, ME
Dating to colonial times, this waterfront fort witnessed strife and tragedy. Local lore includes haunted cries, ghostly footsteps, and watchers glimpsed near old stone walls. The PenBay Pilot has featured it in historic haunt collections.
🗼 Lighthouses & Legends at Sea
Lighthouses stand as ghostly sentinels along Maine’s coastline, their isolation and maritime tragedies weaving legends that endure.
Seguin Island Light — Georgetown, ME
Perhaps Maine’s most famous haunted light, Seguin’s legends include ghostly piano music drifting across quiet nights. The lore tells of a keeper who murdered his wife (driven mad by a piano melody) before turning the ax on himself. Visitors say they’ve heard coughing in empty halls, furniture moving on its own, and a child’s laughter in the tower.
Today, the lighthouse and keeper's house are part of a museum, accessible by ferry from Popham Beach, inviting visitors into its haunted past. NeLights+4Wikipedia+4Press Herald+4
Other Haunted Lights Across Maine
Boon Island Light (York) — Tallest stone lighthouse in New England, haunted by a woman in white said to be mourning her lost husband. American Ghost Walks+1
Wood Island Light (Biddeford Pool) — Known for shadows, doors slamming, and eerie gunfire in the night. American Ghost Walks
Pemaquid Point Light (Bristol) — Former keeper’s house haunted by a woman in red and odd light activity. Sandy River Review
Owl’s Head Light (Rockland) — Two presences haunt the premises: a former keeper, and a “Little Lady” who’s seen in the kitchen or windows, with rattling silverware and slamming doors. American Ghost Walks
Marshall Point Light (Port Clyde) — Site of a rumored murder. Ghost stories include the apparition of a boy wandering the road and the ghost tucking inhabitants into bed. American Ghost Walks
Penfield Reef Light (CT, but Maine has a legend too) — The keeper Frederick Jordan allegedly drowned after a holiday trip; locals say his ghost persists. Wikipedia
🔍 Why Maine’s Ghost Stories Endure
In Maine, ghost tales don’t just spook — they connect the past and present. These stories are woven into architecture, landscape, and maritime heritage. Whether you're staying in an old inn, touring a lighthouse at dusk, or exploring a colonial fort, you become part of the narrative.
Haunted explorations offer more than thrills — they invite reflection on time, memory, and place. As the sea fog rolls in and autumn darkness falls, Maine’s ghosts feel less like specters and more like lingering echoes of lives woven into the very stone and sea.
Whether you believe in ghosts or just love a good story, Maine’s haunted heritage is an unforgettable part of its charm.
📍 Plan Your Haunted Maine Getaway:
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What to Do in the Moosehead Lake Region & Beyond: Your Complete Guide to Outdoor Adventure & Local Attractions
Planning a trip to the Moosehead Lake region in Maine? You're in for an unforgettable experience packed with adventure, breathtaking natural beauty, and cozy lodging options. From high-adrenaline ATV trails to peaceful paddles on glassy waters, the Moosehead Lake area is a four-season playground perfect for outdoor lovers, families, and anyone looking to unplug and explore.
Want more insider tips? Discover top recommendations at Moose River Lookout, your go-to resource for:
🛶 Boating & paddling routes
🎣 Fishing hotspots
🏕️ Wilderness camping sites
🥾 Trail maps for hiking & nature walks
🍽️ Local dining & shopping recommendations
Stay updated with the latest happenings and news in the Moosehead Lake region. Learn more about what to do and where to go in the Moosehead Lake area and beyond.
🏡 Where to Stay: Moose River Lookout – Your Basecamp for Adventure
Located in Rockwood, Maine, Moose River Lookout is the ultimate vacation home rental for adventurers and nature lovers alike. Nestled on the Moose River, this cozy home features:
Private Dock with access to Moosehead Lake
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Free WiFi & TV
Backup Generator
Easy driveway access for trailers & ATVs
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Whether you're hiking Blue Ridge, casting a line in the river, or hitting the snowmobile trails—Moose River Lookout is where your Maine vacation begins.
Ultimate Outdoor Getaway
With direct backyard access to Maine's Interconnected Trail System (ITS66) and a private dock on the river, adventure awaits right outside your door. Whether you're into hiking, golfing, boating, fishing, hunting, skiing, or snowmobiling, you'll find it all just steps away from our doorstep.
Book Your Stay
Experience the ultimate outdoor getaway in the heart of Maine's natural beauty. For inquiries or to make a reservation, please don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to welcoming you to Moose River Lookout, lodging Rockwood Maine a Vacation Home Rental, on Moose River with access to Moosehead Lake and Mt. Kineo!
Phone: 800-544-0300
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Address: 4054 Rockwood Rd Rockwood, ME 04478
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Visit Maine this fall — book a haunted lighthouse tour, walk a historic town at twilight, stay in an inn with stories, and hear history breathe in the silence.
