Delaware is one of the oldest states in the nation, and it is so full of history. Not every moment in the state’s past has been peaceful, however, and there are plenty of restless souls waiting to tell you about the dark periods of Delaware history. Check out these 8 ideas for a creepy way to spend the day in the First State.

1. Visit one of Delaware's most famous bridges - and learn about its chilling past.
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If you haven't heard the history of the Indian River Inlet Bridge, you ought to know that it's full of catastrophic failure, rebuilding, fire, ice, storm damage, and death. Thousands drive over it every year, but few stop to learn about its too-strange-to-be-true past.

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2. Dine at Delaware's most haunted restaurant.
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Crabby Dick's at the Delaware City Hotel is the most haunted restaurant in Delaware. It's been investigated by ghost hunters, and people have reported hearing all sorts of noises and seeing spooky, unexplained orbs in photos they take while they dine. Enjoy a meal and hear the best ghost stories from the staff - if you dare.

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3. Hunt for Ghosts at Fort Delaware.
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The Fort, described as one of the most haunted places in the world, hosts paranormal investigations every fall. Are you brave enough to explore the haunted island overnight?

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4. Hike through the most haunted woods in Delaware.
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Lums Pond State Park in Bear, Delaware, is the most haunted park in the state. The woods were once the scene of a gruesome murder, and hikers report hearing screams from the young victim. That's not the only thing lurking in the Lums Pond woods, though...

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5. Drive down Delaware's most haunted road.
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Maggie's Bridge, in Woodland Beach, is the most haunted road in the state. Visitors report hearing and seeing the ghost of Maggie, a woman looking for her lost baby.

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6. Spend a night at the haunted Addy Sea B&B.
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Several of the rooms of this historic Inn are haunted by the ghosts of former guests and staff. If you want, you can request a haunted room... but be warned, you might not like sleeping amongst the ghosts.

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7. Visit Delaware's most haunted house.
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The Ghosts of Woodburn Mansion are fun loving ghosts, dressed in colonial outfits and known for stealing the homeowner's expensive wine. You can tour the mansion by appointment! You never know what you'll see here.

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8. Take our Haunted Delaware Road Trip to the creepiest locations in the state.
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Buckle up and prepare for a wild ride on our Delaware haunted road trip. If you love being frightened and can't make up your mind, you can visit some of Delaware's most haunted places for a very creepy day trip.

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What’s your favorite Delaware ghost story? Have you ever run into a ghost here? Tell us in the comments!

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