Ellendale State Forest
Ellendale, Delaware, United States
Natural landmark · local-legend
The Story
A headless figure is said to move among the trees beside the highway through Ellendale’s forest. The Delaware Public Archives retells the legend as a warning passed among travelers, with the mysterious walker blamed for trouble on the road. The source gives him no name and no known history explaining the loss of his head.
The Hauntings
A headless figure is said to move among the trees beside the highway through Ellendale’s forest. The Delaware Public Archives retells the legend as a warning passed among travelers, with the mysterious walker blamed for trouble on the road. The source gives him no name and no known history explaining the loss of his head.
A sense of place.
Visitor Experiences
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Sources & further reading.
- Ellendale State Forest haunting account (reports)
Plan Your Visit
Check current ownership, hours and permission before a visit; no nighttime investigation permission established.