Hike the trails, discover the wildlife, and keep an eye out for ghosts
Lincoln, Nebraska has quite a few haunted locations throughout the city, but these three places are open to the public and provide an outdoor experience that the entire family can enjoy. If you love hiking, nature, and ghosts, these three haunted locations are for you.
“Death is no more than passing from one room into another.” — Helen Keller
1. Antelope Park
Antelope Park is located near 33rd and A Street across from the Lincoln Children's Zoo. The park offers biking trails, a playground, basketball and tennis courts, a golf course, and an outdoor area frequently used for local events and bands.
According to legend, a figure can be seen in the park, especially in the field behind the caretakers house near the Veterans Memorial Garden. The apparition is normally seen walking through the field before disappearing into the tree line at the far southern edge of the park. Some have also reported seeing a figure running through the park and disappearing into thin air.
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2. Rudge Memorial Park
Rudge Memorial Park has walking trails and playground equipment. The area is situated in the middle of a neighborhood and contains a drained pond that was once used as an ice skating rink.
According to legend, several accidents occurred while the ice skating rink was still in existence. The most horrific incident that occurred was the murder of a young boy by a group of bullies. The boy is said to haunt the now empty area that was once the pond. Others report seeing blue apparitions and mists that linger around the area late at night and some have seen the form of a man walking around the area.
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3. Wilderness Park
Wilderness Park is the largest park in Lincoln. The park is situated on nearly 1,500 acres of land, which is covered in trees and includes streams and Salt Creek. Miles of hiking, biking, and horse trails weave through the area.
According to legend, voices and whispers can be heard on several of the hiking trials. Ghosts are also seen running or walking through the woods. Some disappear behind trees, never emerging on the other side or simply disappear right in front of their eyes. The sounds of screams can also be heard near the bridge where the Rock Island train wreck occurred in 1894.
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Whether you are a thrill seeker, history buff, or nature lover, these haunted parks in Lincoln, Nebraska provide a peaceful outdoor experience with an eerie twist.
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