When manhunts turn up nothing, we often turn to urban legends in Vermont. However, the original stories are usually founded on a shred of truth, so it makes you wonder about the truth behind the ghost town of Glastenbury, Vermont. Did the elements and surroundings force the community to leave, or perhaps there was always a dark presence lurking in this ghost town in Vermont?  Let’s take a look at some of the mysterious disappearances that have happened in the area, highlighted in this video by Matt Garland.

Check out a bit more history about Glastenbury in a more prosperous time.

Submitted By: Renee Gliddon
Nearly 250 people lived in this once-thriving community at its peak in 1880. There was a blacksmith shop, a sawmill, a store, a boarding house, and houses for the workmen. From 1873 to 1878, there was even a post office.
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Back in the 18th and 19th centuries, Glastenbury and the surrounding towns depended largely on cutting trees and selling wood as their major source of income. People needed wood to heat their homes as well as cook.
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With the trees cut, essentially making a path, a trolley route was created to promote tourism in the area. However, a major flood destroyed all the railroad lines and bridges.
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All that time, labor, and expenses were washed away after just one season in 1898.
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The land was never rebuilt and people eventually moved from Glastenbury to seek opportunity in other areas. The local school, mill and homes were left empty. All that remained was an abandoned spot that would come to be known as one of the most haunted places in Vermont.

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It is said that this town, which is essentially a ghost town as there is little left of this once active settlement, has always had a dark history. The local Adnaik tribe would not hunt on the mountain because they said it had a dark presence.
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In 1945, strange disappearances began taking place on Glastenbury Mountain. At least four people in five years have been reported to be hiking on the mountain and were never seen again.
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Among them are a 75-year-old hiking guide, an 18-year-old college student, an 8-year-old boy, and a 53-year-old woman. They were never found.
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Now nature is reclaiming the area that once held so many hopes and dreams, and with the eerie abandonment comes even more stories.
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Namely one of Bigfoot roaming the mountains, as there have been a few reports of an 8-foot-tall hairy monster. These stories go back as far back as 1879 in a New York Times article where a wild man sighting was reported in a nearby area.
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It is said not to wear red while in the area or else you may disappear too, as Paula Welden was wearing red when she disappeared.

Would you dare hike in a place with as many unsolved disappearances as Glastenbury, Vermont?  Would you wear red? All these Vermont ghost stories make you think about the utterly strange history some of these places in Vermont have.

Glastenbury, Vermont might be long gone, but there are still plenty of must-visit sites in the state. Inspire your next adventure by checking out Trusted Tours and Attractions.

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Luke | May 07, 2020

Are there other eerie towns in Vermont?

Glastenbury, Vermont might be the most infamous ghost town in Vermont, but there are a few other towns in the state that are either creepy or abandoned, including:

  • Somerset: This small town in Vermont is known for being one of the state's few ghost towns.
  • Stowe: Perhaps the most well-known town in Vermont for having ghosts and spirits, several ghost stories have come out of this resort town in the Green Mountains.

 

If you are looking for more scary and abandoned places in Vermont, check out our article highlighting the creepiest places in Vermont. Explore at your own risk. Happy haunted adventures!

What are the scariest haunted attractions in Vermont?

We all love a bit of adrenaline and scary stories, so why not visit some of Vermont's ghost-haunting attractions. Here are some of the scariest attractions in Vermont:

  • Emily's Bridge: This bridge, which is supposedly haunted by a girl named Emily, is a place that continually haunts Vermonters. The legend has it that she died a horrendous death at the bridge and now her spirit presides around the bridge and haunts those who come to the bridge.
  • The Eddy House: Located in Chittendon, this house and the family have a long history of eerie and scary behavior, full of ghosts, haunting rooms, and a terrifying family history.

 

Can I visit any abandoned places in Vermont?

Yes, you can. Depending on the area and attraction, you can visit abandoned places in Vermont. To make things easier, we've mapped out a road trip to some abandoned places in Vermont, which includes stops at:

  • A vintage country store
  • Old power plant
  • Historic manor
  • And more

 

Remember, before visiting abandoned places, make sure you are being safe and responsible. Time to start exploring!

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