Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge
Cambridge / Church Creek, Maryland, United States
Natural landmark · local-legend
The Story
Haunted Places repeats the Eastern Shore tale of a dangerous mule that terrorized people working in the marshes. Residents supposedly chased the animal into quicksand, but its spirit continued roaming the wetlands. The account attaches this phantom-animal legend to Blackwater. Broad refuge-area legend; no precise encounter point established.
The Hauntings
Haunted Places repeats the Eastern Shore tale of a dangerous mule that terrorized people working in the marshes. Residents supposedly chased the animal into quicksand, but its spirit continued roaming the wetlands. The account attaches this phantom-animal legend to Blackwater. Broad refuge-area legend; no precise encounter point established.
A sense of place.
Visitor Experiences
Have you experienced something here?
This future chapter will bring together stories from the PHASM community. An unexpected encounter, a lingering feeling, or a quiet visit—your experience will be welcome.
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Sources & further reading.
Plan Your Visit
Current opening and permission requirements have not been independently checked. Obtain permission for private areas; no nighttime investigation implied. Current access is unconfirmed.