Delve into the dark tales swirling around Clinton Road, a haunted highway in New Jersey. Learn about the shocking discovery of a human head, a body linked to a notorious killer, and the transformation of Clinton Road into a murder-laden landscape. Explore the eerie legends of Terrace Pond, encounters with park ranger ghosts, and the mysteries surrounding Cross Castle. Discover the rise and fall of the ill-fated Jungle Habitat theme park, plagued by animal escapes and tragic conditions.
Clinton Road in West Milford, New Jersey, has gained a reputation as one of the most haunted roads in America, with stories of ghostly encounters, violent spirits, and eerie ruins.
The former Jungle Habitat theme park, along with the legends and mysteries surrounding Clinton Road, contribute to its paranormal atmosphere and add to the road's dark reputation.
Deep dives
Clinton Road: America's Most Haunted Road
Clinton Road in West Milford, New Jersey, has gained a reputation as one of the most haunted roads in America. Stories and legends about the road have circulated for decades, with tales of a ghostly boy at Deadman's curve who returns thrown coins, and the haunting presence of Giles Jones, a violent man whose ghost still haunts the road. The road is also known for the eerie ruins of Cross Castle, once a grand estate now reduced to stone walls. Jungle Habitat, a former theme park in West Milford, has its own unsettling history, with escaped animals and reports of hybrid creatures roaming the area.
The Mystery of Clinton Road
Clinton Road is a 10-mile stretch known for its mysteries and dark reputation. The road is surrounded by dense woods, lacks streetlights, and is filled with rumors of ghosts, murders, and supernatural occurrences. Legends include sightings of a boy's ghost at Deadman's curve, a haunting atmosphere at Cross Castle ruins, and the vengeful spirit of Giles Jones, who terrorized drivers during his life. Additionally, the former Jungle Habitat theme park adds to the area's eerie vibe with stories of escaped animals and hybrid creatures.
From Cross Castle to Jungle Habitat
Clinton Road in West Milford, New Jersey, is famous for its legends and mysteries. The road is associated with eerie stories, including encounters with the ghostly boy at Deadman's curve and the haunting presence of Giles Jones, a former resident known for his violent behavior. The ruins of Cross Castle, a once-grand estate, and the history of the former Jungle Habitat theme park also contribute to the road's paranormal atmosphere. With tales of escaped animals and hybrid creatures, Clinton Road remains a hotbed of supernatural folklore.
Some of the darkest local legends grow alongside the roads we take for granted. An no stretch of pavement in New Jersey has more to be afraid of than Clinton Road.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Harry Marks.