Haunted Places in San Fernando, California
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Los Angeles National Forest - Gravity Hill
Los Angeles County, CA
3.9 miles from San Fernando, CA
A tragic accident happened near the Glen Memorial Park cemetery back in the 1990s. A bus driver lost control of the bus tipping it down the Gravity Hill killing all the students onboard. Legend has said that not only if you place your car out of gear it would move …
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Woodbury University
Burbank, CA
7.5 miles from San Fernando, CA
Woodbury University was a former monastery and is said to be haunted by Mother Cabrini, a nun who once lived here and whose likeness is sculpted into a building. She is said to ring the bell in the bell tower late at night.
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Sand Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA
7.6 miles from San Fernando, CA
The legend told about Sand Canyon Road involves some teens who crashed their car in the mid-1980s near the intersection of Warm Springs Road and Sand Canyon Road on their prom night. A female ghost teen has been seen, trying to rustle up assistance for her injured friends.
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Hart Ranch and Museum
Santa Clarita, CA
8.2 miles from San Fernando, CA
Silent film actor William S. Hart, who died in 1946, once owned Hart Mansion, and he, his sister and several of his dogs are said to live on here in spirit. Witnesses also have smelled fresh coffee brewing in the home. Rumor has it that Hart will only appear to …
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Egg Plantation
Santa Clarita, CA
8.6 miles from San Fernando, CA
Egg Plantation has a ghost locals call "menacing." It manifests as a movement from the corner of one's eye, seen by patrons seated at the bar. When they look directly at the spot from where the movement comes, nothing is there.
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My Gym - Bagel Nosh
Encino, CA
9.3 miles from San Fernando, CA
My Gym, formerly the Bagel Nosh Restaurant and L.A. Cabaret, is rumored to be haunted by two ghosts: a beautiful lady wearing '50s clothing who would sit in a booth, and a man who hung out in the kitchen area or control room.
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Los Toros Mexican
Los Angeles, CA
9.5 miles from San Fernando, CA
Cold drafts are reported, objects have been known to fly around or break by themselves, and a variety of ghostly people, both male and female (around the ages of 40 to 50) have been seen. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Universal Studios - Stage 28
Universal City, CA
10.7 miles from San Fernando, CA
Stage 28, where many silent horror classics is said to be a spot where Lon Chaney's ghost can be found. Workers report seeing a man in a black cape and continue to maintain that it is Chaney's phantom. Demolished, September 2014. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Woodland Hills Comfort Inn
Los Angeles, CA
10.8 miles from San Fernando, CA
Jani Lane, the lead singer of Warrant (known for the song "Cherry Pie") died here. In room 118, where he died, guests smell vodka, hear humming, or feel as if they aren't alone. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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American Idol Mansion
Los Angeles, CA
10.9 miles from San Fernando, CA
Used as the housing for a season of American Idol, many of the contestants wanted to leave after a ghost would play with the lights and rip off bedsheets while they were sleeping. They also reported seeing strange things on the staircase and in the garage. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Brand Park
Glendale, CA
11.6 miles from San Fernando, CA
The park was once the Brand Family's estate, complete with mansion (now the park's Library & Art Center) and family cemetery. Folks say the cemetery is reached via a trail behind the house, and that spooky "occult" things have occurred near Mr. Brand's pyramid-shaped tomb.
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'Ghostbusters' House
Los Angeles, CA
11.9 miles from San Fernando, CA
Dan Aykroyd was living here at one point when he noticed unusual activity such as objects moving by themselves and doors opening and closing. It would eventually inspire him to write the script for Ghost Busters. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Box Canyon
Los Angeles, CA
12.0 miles from San Fernando, CA
Krishna Venta was the founder of the Wisdom, Knowledge, Faith, Love Fountain of the World, a cult from the mid 1950s. Two former members suspected Venta was engaging in sexual activity with their wives so, using dynamite, launched a suicide attack against the cult's headquarters (located nearby). 10 people were …
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Harlow House
Beverly Hills, CA
12.0 miles from San Fernando, CA
Harlow House is a Bavarian-style mansion with wooden gutter spouts that are life-size carvings of various silent film stars like Pickford and Valentino. It was formerly owned by actress Jean Harlow and her MGM producer husband Paul Bern. The home is said to have been cursed when Bern committed suicide …
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The Mansion
Los Angeles, CA
12.0 miles from San Fernando, CA
This place acts as a recording studio for bands like Slipknot, Red Hot Chili Peppers, System of a Down, Linkin Park and several other famous groups. Members of these bands claimed that other forces reside here; they've reported doors opening and closing by themselves, being touched, and electrical problems that …
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Horseshoe Canyon Road
Los Angeles, CA
12.1 miles from San Fernando, CA
One night i was leaving my ex Noah's house with 2 of my male friends at the time and we had parked the car uphill at the fork in the road. The address I provided is directly across from that fork in the road where the spirit appeared. I'm certain …
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Houdini Mansion
Los Angeles, CA
12.1 miles from San Fernando, CA
Being Harry Houdini's former residence if not only for a brief period of time, it has since burned down and been rebuilt. People who explore these premises report seeing the ghost of Houdini himself wandering the grounds. Having also been used as a recording studio, some band members have reported …
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Bessie Love's Cabin
Los Angeles, CA
12.1 miles from San Fernando, CA
The Bessie Love Cabin was part of a development of cabins or bungalows built in this area in the early 1900s. It was screen actress Bessie Love's first home. But it was built over a site where, in the mid-1800s, two robbers were caught and killed while trying to steal …
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Wonderland Massacre Site
Los Angeles, CA
12.1 miles from San Fernando, CA
Four people were murdered at this spot. Their voices are heard and are believed to haunt the site. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Hollywood Sign
Los Angeles, CA
12.2 miles from San Fernando, CA
Near the famous sign you may catch a glimpse of the ghost of actress Peg Entwistle. She committed suicide by jumping off the famed landmark.
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Rockhaven
Glendale, CA
12.4 miles from San Fernando, CA
Rockhaven Sanitarium is a refreshing take to the "haunted asylum" location. Unlike other plces where abuse and malpractice was common, Rockhaven was a calm location. The patients here were never viewed as being insane; they were all female, treated with respect, and allowed to recover at their own pace. Likewise, …
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Target
Los Angeles, CA
12.5 miles from San Fernando, CA
The Target is rumored to have a haunted storage area behind the dressing rooms. Witnesses have described noises and strange lights, loud music, and disembodied voices. Apparitions of employees who have passed away are also said to roam the store.
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Reeves House
Beverly Hills, CA
12.6 miles from San Fernando, CA
George Reeves, well-known for his portrayal of Superman in the 1950's, died here. It's disputed if he committed suicide or was murdered, but he is often seen here even after his death. He is also said to cause loud noises in the upstairs bedroom and leave behind the smell of …
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Haunted Table 29 at Griffith Park
Los Angeles, CA
12.7 miles from San Fernando, CA
A couple was crushed to death by a falling tree and had their ashes scattered here. A tree trimmer reportedly was chased out of here and then saw the phrase "Next you die" on his windshield. Another worker died of a heart attack; he could have been saved, but a …
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Bella Vista - Barrymore Estate
Beverly Hills, CA
12.7 miles from San Fernando, CA
The estate is rumored to be haunted by John, Ethel, and Lionel Barrymore. A cuckoo clock that John loved is said to have stopped running at exactly the same moment that John passed away. Also, the apparition of a man who was killed in a cable car accident on the …
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Tate Murder House
Beverly Hills, CA
12.9 miles from San Fernando, CA
Sharon Tate and three others were murdered during the Manson Family killing spree. All four of them are said to haunt the house next door to the crime scene. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Griffith Park
Los Angeles, CA
13.0 miles from San Fernando, CA
Supposedly cursed by Doña Petrenilla, niece of the person in charge of the land, she was enraged having been left out of the will. The following people who owned the land would later fall victim to the supposed curse, including Griffith J. Griffith, whom the park is named after (Griffith …
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Six Flags Magic Mountain
Los Angeles County, CA
13.2 miles from San Fernando, CA
The apparition of a child in a striped shirt has been seen at night running underneath Colossus. Cold spots and an eerie presences have been felt here as well, as well as the sounds of rides and machinery working when the park is closed. Rumor has it that a roller …
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Doheny Mansion - Greystone Mansion
Beverly Hills, CA
13.3 miles from San Fernando, CA
On February 16, 1929, Ned Doheny died in his bedroom. Reports say he had a murder-suicide pact with his secretary Hugh Plunket. Now, witnesses say screams and other noises can be heard inside the house at night. Another point of interest: In 2007, a part of the film "There Will …
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Nelson House
Los Angeles, CA
13.3 miles from San Fernando, CA
The Nelson House was used as a model for the stage sets on the 1950s-1960s TV show The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. Ozzie Nelson's ghost has been seen several times inside the home in many different locations. Owners also have noted doors that open and close by themselves, disembodied …
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Pickfair Mansion
Beverly Hills, CA
13.3 miles from San Fernando, CA
Pickfair Mansion was an early-1900s 56-acre estate remodeled by silent film actors Mary PICKford and Douglas FAIRbanks. The home was demolished in 1990. Rumor has it that the mansion was haunted, some say by the ghost of Douglas Fairbanks. On an episode of TV's Celebrity Ghost Stories, Pia Zadora said …
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Chateau Marmont
Los Angeles, CA
13.3 miles from San Fernando, CA
No one knows who is haunting the Chateau Marmont. Some claim it is John Belushi who died there in 1982 of a drug overdose. Others believe it was a random guest who died in one of the rooms. In any event, many people have reported many different sightings. People have …
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The Old L.A. Zoo
Los Angeles, CA
13.3 miles from San Fernando, CA
A man is reported to descend the staircase by the carousel. Psychics have also picked up on animals still trapped inside of their cages, believed to have been kept in terrible condition when they were once living. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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Yamashiro
Los Angeles, CA
13.4 miles from San Fernando, CA
Multiple spirits can be found here including the former owner, someone who smashes dishes, and the voice of a woman crying. (Submitted by Chris)
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The Laugh Factory
Los Angeles, CA
13.4 miles from San Fernando, CA
The ghost of Groucho Marx frequents here. The owner has reported the smell of cigar smoke or a trail of cigar ashes manifesting despite no one being around. While the building was being replastered, Marx's face appeared in the plaster despite no one having a key to get inside. Marx's …
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The Comedy Store
West Hollywood, CA
13.4 miles from San Fernando, CA
Witnesses have reported that, appropriately enough, a prankster ghost haunts this building. Employees have stacked roomfuls of chairs away only to find that, seconds later, they were all set up again. A dark entity also is said to reside in the basement. Comedians Blake Clark and Joey Gaynor have reportedly …
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Charlie Chaplin Mansion
Los Angeles, CA
13.5 miles from San Fernando, CA
The Charlie Chaplin Mansion was once owned by the silent movie actor. After Chaplin sold it, another family bought it, and the father killed his mother, his wife and his children. An apparition of the murderer's mother and the sounds of children screaming have been reported here, as well as …
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Madame Tussauds Hollywood
Los Angeles, CA
13.6 miles from San Fernando, CA
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum is said to be haunted by moving figures, a sign that turns on and off by itself, and unexplained music after closing time. Museum staff says the eyes move on the wax figure of Bette Davis, too. There's been speculation that the museum is haunted by …
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El Compadre Restaurant
Los Angeles, CA
13.6 miles from San Fernando, CA
At least three ghosts are believed to call El Compadre Restaurant home, two of whom are former patrons who like to linger around the piano during nighttime. The third ghost shows up in a mirror.
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Graumann's Chinese Theater
Los Angeles, CA
13.7 miles from San Fernando, CA
A man named Victor was murdered nearby here, but is still reported here. A little girl nicknamed Annabell also can found here tugging on people clothing and appearing to people backstage. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
Los Angeles, CA
13.7 miles from San Fernando, CA
Although no famous actor died in the hotel, the place is rife with celebrity "hauntings". If they are, they are of the residual sort, as many claim to see Marilyn Monroe peering at them from a mirror she once favored when she stayed there, or Carol Lombard seen in the …
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Barney's Beanery
West Hollywood, CA
13.7 miles from San Fernando, CA
Employees say the restaurant is haunted, and report having seen apparitions here.
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Hollywood Wax Museum
Los Angeles, CA
13.7 miles from San Fernando, CA
Seances have revealed that souls still wander among the wax figures. Some people actually witness the apparitions running around or are lucky enough to catch them on camera. (Submitted by Chris)
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El Capitan Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
13.7 miles from San Fernando, CA
El Capitan Theater, on Hollywood Blvd., opened in 1926 and is known for its 1920s Hollywood glamour. It was beautifully restored by the Walt Disney Company and Pacific Theaters in 1989 and now hosts grand premieres of Disney films. The theater is said to be visited by apparitions in the …
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Vogue Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
13.8 miles from San Fernando, CA
It's been reported that more than 4,000 people have had paranormal experiences at this historic theater. Entire audiences of more than 600 were said to have witnessed a ghostly little girl skipping up and down the aisles, and at least seven different entities have been identified here. A ghost named …
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Mount Saint Mary's College
Los Angeles, CA
13.8 miles from San Fernando, CA
In Mount Saint Mary's Brady Hall, students have felt an oppressive presence and seen doors open and slam by themselves, sometimes in the middle of a class. And at the Carondelet dorm, nuns' apparitions are said to walk around and doors open by themselves.
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Hudson Apartments
Los Angeles, CA
13.9 miles from San Fernando, CA
A former home for actors during the silent film era, a young man supposedly shows up around the area. (Submitted by Chris)
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Hollywood Tower
Los Angeles, CA
13.9 miles from San Fernando, CA
One of the more notable "guests" is a man in his 30's who appears and disappears. Other spirits are said to reside there as well. This location has inspired the Disneyland ride "The Hollywood Tower of Terror". (Submitted by Chris)
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The Beverly Hills Hotel
Beverly Hills, CA
13.9 miles from San Fernando, CA
Peter Finch died outside of this hotel 1977. While it's possible he's still here, it is believed that Harpo Marx and composer Sergei Rachmaninoff haunt here, still making music after their deaths. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Hollywood Pacific Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
13.9 miles from San Fernando, CA
The 1927 Hollywood Pacific Theatre, aka Warner Pacific Theater, is the largest theater in Hollywood and is believed to be haunted by one of the Warner Brothers. Harry, Albert, Sam and Jack Warner were responsible for the construction of the theater, as well as the first talkie film, The Jazz …
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