Old Applewhite Bridge
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Road or bridge · local-legend
The Story
A San Antonio tale collected by USC’s folklore archive describes the Donkey Lady as a woman transformed by a terrible fire, her hands resembling hooves. She is said to terrorize travelers around the bridge over Elm Creek; other versions give her a different origin. No exact pin or claimed driving access provided. Verify legal trail access and closures; folklore does not authorize nighttime entry or road obstruction.
The Hauntings
A San Antonio tale collected by USC’s folklore archive describes the Donkey Lady as a woman transformed by a terrible fire, her hands resembling hooves. She is said to terrorize travelers around the bridge over Elm Creek; other versions give her a different origin. No exact pin or claimed driving access provided. Verify legal trail access and closures; folklore does not authorize nighttime entry or road obstruction.
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.
- USC Digital Folklore Archives: Donkey Lady (reports)
- Atlas Obscura: Old Applewhite Bridge (reports)
- USC Digital Folklore Archives: Donkey Lady (visiting)
- Atlas Obscura: Old Applewhite Bridge (visiting)
Plan Your Visit
Verify current arrangements with the operator; ordinary access does not authorize a paranormal investigation. Current access is unconfirmed.