One commenter has shared a vivid account over the Malahat you might find interesting also. A loved one who lived with me at the time said She had gotten up during the early morning and witnessed the lights and R.C.M.P cruisers patrolling our otherwise quiet neighborhood several times that morning. I can only imagine how intimidating it mustve been to see one up close. I have a book coming out this fall and I am planning on using your comment. The Nuhchahnulth legends from the area collected by Boas and Alexander etc, also have stories of a large hairy witch-woman sometimes referred to as a cannibal. I can even get the guys name for you if you like. She put the fish tackle at the foot of his bed, he is why she went to go sleep downstairs. Its position in the Welsh Marches has meant that Croft Castle and its inhabitants have been well-placed to find themselves embroiled in all manner of political and military manners throughout the centuries. You wouldnt catch me handling those things in fear of some sort of curse! From Amityville Horror to Stephen King, questionable mediums to sensational paranormal investigators, even cartoons like South Park and the Simpsons. The first time when I first walked in the church. Thank you for your comment Georgette. the old bathrooms down below the coombs market restaurant are hauntedbefore the market was around ,the land was owned by a family with two sons that were gun happynot to much info on that ,but rumor has it ,that they buried guns all over coombs..the old bar is haunted too. Theres some old photos, and that name is mentioned in one of my familys histories. I dont have bad dreams but I find myself thinking about that night and it feels like I go into a trance like state for a few seconds. We got home and it was silent. Of course the mill is completely updated and no longer toxic to work at or be around. The day I was let go, I experienced two unexplained incidents at the Inn. Thanks Anthony! So he went back in and someone had sat on the bed. Creepiest room. The lake itself is often said to be bottomless, but is listed as being 40 meters (131 feet) deep at its deepest point in Russel Mussios 2008 edition ofFishing Mapbook: Vancouver Island. The list is source-based. How long ago were you there, and did you have the murder vibe there as well? ..it just seems a awfully expensive way to move cows is all! Retrieved 07/03/2020. Hope you are doing well, take care. It only mentions two ghosts though. we started taking pictures of the trailer and there were tons of what ppl call orbs neither one of us ever had the guts to take a pic outside at night though lol . October 19, 2020. Hi Shannon Beacon Hill Park. Tombstone walkway, NanaimoTheres a lesser known Nanaimo legend that claims there was a walkway made from childrens headstones. Its a very old hotel. A highway apparition is also reported here. I am sorry, but these people were not even born then? Henry Croft (January 15, 1856 July 28, 1917) was an Australian-born lumber and mining magnate on Vancouver Island from the 1880s to 1900s. I just wanted to say that I am thrilled to see am web page dedicated to this! And if others say there used to be a train connecting the two places, it would have been a convenience. I liked that bit. There have been several reports of this creature on both sides of the island. The island at the mouth of the bay is said to have been used as a First Nation Cemetery. Not to mention other weird stuff like a man just going for a walk through the woods and he vanishes!! In nanaimo also ufos and have heard of many sasquatch sitings near treeline areas of nanaimo. I have never seen anything on Draculas castle as it was once known on the comox lake logging road if its still there. Croft was born at Darling Point, Sydney . Founded in 1902 by copper magnate Henry Croft, Crofton not only looks directly across to Saltspring Island, but provides you with the means to get there too. Croft was elected to the British Columbia Legislature in 1886, representing Cowichan, serving until 1894. He got there and it was quiet, but the whole house was trashed. I saw a woman staring at me intently. He had a cave he retreated to on Tzouhalem mountain, where its believed he meditated, fasted, and conducted rituals. Over 10,000 people came to the procession, which can be watched online here. My grandfather even took a photo of one in Sooke, which a magazine tried to purchase off of him and which he ended up selling to a close friend just before his death. Nothing particularly threatening, just active. We always noticed that door because we never wanted the cat to get down there. Courtenay was both a mining town and sawmill town with railway lines from the mountain lake area (Town of Beban) down to the ocean near Royston. Hi Justin! Dont even get me started on the dungeon! His spirit is said to roam the beaches at dusk. Unless the phenomena of the BF has nothing to do with a real creature? I look forward to hearing more about your daughters experiences if she has any more as well. I have witnessed the ground burrower(sasquatch) in treeline of campbell river and likewise a ufo. Hope youre having a great week! I dont know the details, when it was, or where on the lake. Ive never come across it one while conducting any of my research, but that doesnt mean it didnt happen. As a result, the propertys four-plex became haunted. A misty glow has also been seen in the past. Hopefully more people will come forward who have had similar experiences on the island. Hope you enjoy . I just moved here and was biking through the parkthe hill area, south of Superior St. The paperwork? One web page previously mentioned one buildings occult history, but this information is no longer available. A man from Powell River died in one of the rooms on the second floor around 1970. Do you know if theres a story attached to who shes supposed to be? At this point it is word of mouth; but, Ive seen one. Thanks for clarifying this Charlotte its much appreciated! Im guessing it was at least 10 or taller. Completely made up. this one time about 8-9 years ago i was swimming across Mcivor lake in campbell river & about halfways to the other side something big & white swam under neath me. The smell of pipe smoke, strange feelings, etc. I just got the impression of something really big and broad. A First Nations tour guide was just in the news for opening one of these boxes up and letting people take pictures of the remains: First Nations groups blast tour guide for opening burial boxes and revealing ancestors skeletal remains. They found her the next morning under the dock. Many are here below in the comment section. The suicide? My youngest went to french creek elementary school, but sad to say they closed it down this year due to cut back. Onewas of a green cloud-mist near the cemetery (probably Pioneer Park), which was only seen over a short period of time. I don't like talking about that and kinda didn't during filming, but we were there to tell the truth about what we lived with for three years, for better or worse. There is a local legend of a female First Nations apparition which is seen on the Somass River at Paper Mill Damn Park. Forbidden Plateau & Mount Sicker (both above) are named, as well. We looked at each other for a few moments, both of us a little unsettled by the experience. Hull. It travelled in a straight line and moved very rapidly. The lake is less than 5 km from the mysterious monkey sighting (MDA) as well. If I find anything Ill attach it to your comment here. Some of these places are more urban myth than fact, especially as one starts to do the research. Did this look like a shadow or was it more like an apparition of some sort? My sister and her friends were chased by men in a Ford bronco. The town was relocated to where it is because of the pollution. A number of years ago I was doing a lot of construction work and commuting to Port Alberni from Nanaimo. Bath robe. Campbell River Sea Monster, Campbell River, Haunted Locations of Victoria, Vancouver Island, Across & Abroad: Haunted Houses & Ghost Towns, Go Campbell River: the Haunting of Heriot Bay Inn, Real Food Traveller: Salt Spring Island Apple Festival, a ghost of an island, haunt two of his other buildings in Victoria, Campfire Ghost Story: Keeha Beach Vancouver Island, Globe & Mail: Huu-ay-aht hope to turn Kiix?in Village into BC Tourism site, Go Campbell River: East & West Thurlow Island, Wildlife Biologist Dr. John Bindernagel on the existence of Sasquatch, Supernatural British Columbia: Sasquatch/Bigfoot, Best places to see ghosts on Vancouver Island, Top Places to see ghosts on Vancouver Island, Extra AF: Vol 6. We were sleeping by the fireplace in the living room, and both awoke to the sound of a car pulling into the driveway. Read more 0 Roche Harbor Resort Roche Harbor, Washington He was the youngest member of a family of seven. Here are the local newspaper reports of Henry Crofts death and funeral: Mr. Henry Croft, a resident of Victoria for the put thirty-two years, and recognised as one of the most widely versed authorities on mining In British Columbia, died suddenly yesterday afternoon , at his residence. Interestingly, theres also a First Nation story from Alert Bay that was recorded by Boas in 1895 that sounds like a UFO account as well: A man who flew from above the sky visited them, and his house stood on stilts in the water. There have been UFO claims on the island for a long time. We are in a house up at Sproat Lake, that has a view of Mount Klitsa, and a bit of Massacre Island. Thanks for your comment Tamara! There is a house on Pine st., Chemainus that I used to live in, that apparently was where an acquaintances uncle killed himself. Picture three. chanson qui parle de mariage; henry croft house haunted. All sudden the toilets all started flushing and the taps turned on. I love the wolf story. Admission Last entry to the castle is 30 minutes before closing. Anyway it got worse after awhile and we were just too scared to stay where we were so we climbed out my mom's window about 12feet down, in our socks because we were too scared to get our shoes by the front door. It has housed a few different organizations, but seems to be an active area. As for Stamp Falls I guess I was expecting it to be more remote with less tourists. Had a chat with one of the Newdastle island ferry drivers. Now that's how you tell a story! Looking forward to hearing about some of your experiences Joe! You might be interested to know there have been searches such as, Haunted Areas in Campbell River Woods (Oct 14, 2013). Lowest rating: 3. We have also seen numerous ufos. Thanks Sam thats awesome! Just saw this episode..Im seriously just wondering 3 things What are the odds the house would have original copies stored of papers left vaulted and untouched, over a hundred years, including about the suicide of previous tenant who would leave that paper of the suicide by tenant if left vacant four years?!? Updates on June 12, 2012 thanks to Sean Enns from Nanaimo/Chemainus for Tofino Book, Mount Sicker leads (including UFO) & Thetis Lake Monster (Believed to be a hoax & will be part of the Victoria list). I tell youI have never in my life been so in awe of anything> You know those electricity balls where you can see the currents? This part is pretty true though, usually, families must pay for any cleaning once the investigation is done. It has also served as family home, having been in the hands of the Croft family (with the exception of a relatively short abeyance of 177 years) since around 1055. These experiences have shaped him drastically. I really appreciate the information. A Yew tree in the harbour is also said to be haunted by the spirit of a First Nations woman. I called my Dad to see it, neither of us had ever seen anything like it. This is where the top 1 percent of the spirit realm calls home. His body rests uneasily in an unmarked grave in Bournemouth, England, where he was savagely bludgeoned to death by his wife's lover. Ive for sure seen her around. Elders have stories. He mentioned people seeing apperitions appearing in the pavillion. Strange about the vehicle for sure! Its a good time). Three things wrong here: To help finance this he sold 3 acres (1.2 hectares) to subdivide into lots. Rob, your theory does sound pretty solid to me. Any idea about that? About 3 seconds later it appeared in the middle of the street and continued rolling down the hill for about another 5 seconds but then just vanished into thin air. The pictures? Weston Lake, Beaver Point Road, Salt Spring IslandThe apparition of a drowned First Nations man from the sixties has been seen by at least two separate witnesses near the lake. It has been suggested that the Welsh freedom fighter travelled from daughter to daughter, hiding out in their homes in order to evade capture after the fall of his last stronghold in 1409. And I thought of you being the person to ask! Myths are of the past. The UFO guy disappeared from Mount Provost in Duncan, not Mount Sicker. Considering the village and its inhabitants to be a blight on the landscape, Herbert had them moved. As this is a source-based list there are several places on the island that havent been added yet. Did you see or experience anything or were you more asleep at the time? Im reluctant to go further than this as it would feel exploitive. Forbidden Plateau is large. At first I thought it was someone on a motorized disability scooter but then I noticed there was no one on it and it was shaped like horizontal rectangular box. Loggers or miners? Thats one that needs to be included, Hey Jack! If Im not mistaken every telling I have heard of the haunting has come from First Nation people. Did you see Anthonys (original) comment/experience below? If you know of any Cumberland stories Id love it if you shared! I reported the incident but never heard anything back. Weird dog. Its the first Ive been told of a haunting in Port Alice. With a collection of years of studying these experiances and hearing many others, one has to; either, except or denie my reply or happenings of the above. I believe I have seen this building, it is at the Alberni Cut-0ff, close to the Mid-Island connector.sounds like a Government facility! Hmm the Oxy. Curious if you/any one has had similar experiences or heard stories. . Shannon, what exactly did you mean by I wasnt expecting it to be the way it was? I had a strange experience happen to me August,28 2010 while I was working as a Truck Driver for a Courier Company at approximately 01:00 hours of the morning. I grew up in Port Alberni and lived in Ucluelet after I got married and travelled the road in between almost every weekend. Our neighbours rented our house for awhile and confirmed this haunting decades later with a comment what about that ghost in the basement bathroom? It is known that the hill by the spit is a native burial site for those who died of smallpox and couldnt be buried in the traditional site as they would contaminate the living. Especially that episode where they thought the dad was a serial killer. Lightbulbs had been found unscrewed. I was on the remains of the hotel floor, and felt the typical chill associated with hauntings, despite the August weather. Nicknamed Mount Adelaide. Nothing to feel guilty about. I havent come across anything from Cumberland, yet. I do remember that there was a house near the church. The regular ferry service to Vesuvius Bay crosses Stuart Channel, which is home to a boisterous population of sea lions and the occasional pod of migrating orcas. Only to see shoes that were way too old and rugged/dirty and SMALL to be attending that school. He has never caused harm, but does frighten my mother-in-law somewhat. I imagine itd also be pretty peaceful in the mornings though? The older male spirit reported is said to be friendly on the owners site, but also miserable on the forum site. I heard stories after that that witchcraft is practiced there at times as well. Site by FireCask. Mary died on August 15, 1928. I would also suggest that she stays away from the water when shes playing with him if youre not around but Im sure kids that young are always monitored swimming these days. Is the Mothman an Omen of Coming Disaster? You should check out our facebook page on http://www.facebook.com/HauntedBritishColumbia Andrew. Stone buildings. I used to think this show had some truth to it. Having disposed of his Interest In the mill and timber limits. He may have sensed a cougar, wolf or bear you werent aware of as well? Sadly, that can be the case in some of the more accepted haunted sites as well; which is why I list the folkloric story while not making claims as to wether or not the place is truly haunted. I was looking down the street towards Farquhar Street when I saw something rolling down the road on Farquhar Street. Zeballos Hotel, Zeballos(destroyed by fire, new hotel on site) The apparition of Susie Woo, a Chinese hotel maid from the 1940s, had been seen on several occasions. His experience was in the Malahat in 2010. I dont know. The Somas Hotel in Port Alberni is another site with a lot of paranormal activity. The building we got the most and undoubtibley amazing evidence from is the old French Creek School where we have many clear audio tapes and you can hear the bands in the gym from the 1920s (giving me goosebumps just thinking of it!). Just because it is old, abandoned, and deep in the woods, makes the myth grow. Pinterest. https://archives.victoria.ca/henry-croft-family-home-on-dunsmuir-street-known-as-mount-adelaide-3. Jingle Pot Road. I havent spoken to the friend I was with since then other than in passing and saying hi. An unidentified ship with people clinging to it has apparently been seen sinking off of the same rocks as well. There are many haunted places not on the list due to this. Camped at a campsite on the way into Port Alice and had odd vibes or feelings from this place, barely slept and at day break got outta there in a hurry, nothing was seen nor heard, but the aura of the beautiful camp ground was eerie to say the least..anyone else ever mention this? He had to feel his way out in the dark. A couple of years ago there was a report of wolves heard howling between Horne and Spider lakes. Only occasionally open to the public, Hycroft Manor now serves as a first-class venue for various UWCV meetings and events, private weddings, an annual Christmas craft show, and other special gatherings. Descriptions of him are vague, but hes said to have been improperly buried. My husband had the exact same experience as the one described at the Franklyn St Gym, Nanaimo. More Share House Rules Pets Allowed: Yes Smoking Allowed: No Kid Friendly: Yes Bathrooms Thanks Nelda! His Grace the Lord Bishop Herbert Croft is just one of many who is said to have left such an impact on Croft Castle that he remains there, haunting its hallways, to this day. His last night alive was spent in the Bastion (see next entry). "Ghosts are elusive," the author had written. Ive been through there numerous times but havent noticed it in the day time. There have been several reports of this creature on both sides of Vancouver Island. Never to be seen again. I would venture to guess he was of the Crowley infused variety. The second one was while I was walking back through on the way back, but it wasnt as pronounced. Cedar Point, De Courcy Island, and Valdez Island are all connected to the historic Brother XII cult, which has been linked to paranormal activity around the historic properties on these islands as well as in Cedar. Ive been digging around, but havent come across much as of yet. Do you mean the really small church? Thank you for your comment Brian. Kind of . Another story I heard about the lady on the lake was from my ex boyfriend, he told me that he was down at the dam having a few drinks with some friends n their discussion started 2get heated so he left the dam n was headed up a trail in the woods(just across the road from the dam) he was about 1/2 way up the trail when he looked up n the lady(who is usually spotted walking on the water) was in the middle of the trail n when he looked at her she said 2him Have u seen my baby? he said he dropped his case of bottled beers n ran back 2the dam, the people there said he was white as a ghost when he returned and he explained to them what happened.
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One commenter has shared a vivid account over the Malahat you might find interesting also. A loved one who lived with me at the time said She had gotten up during the early morning and witnessed the lights and R.C.M.P cruisers patrolling our otherwise quiet neighborhood several times that morning. I can only imagine how intimidating it mustve been to see one up close. I have a book coming out this fall and I am planning on using your comment. The Nuhchahnulth legends from the area collected by Boas and Alexander etc, also have stories of a large hairy witch-woman sometimes referred to as a cannibal. I can even get the guys name for you if you like. She put the fish tackle at the foot of his bed, he is why she went to go sleep downstairs. Its position in the Welsh Marches has meant that Croft Castle and its inhabitants have been well-placed to find themselves embroiled in all manner of political and military manners throughout the centuries. You wouldnt catch me handling those things in fear of some sort of curse! From Amityville Horror to Stephen King, questionable mediums to sensational paranormal investigators, even cartoons like South Park and the Simpsons. The first time when I first walked in the church. Thank you for your comment Georgette. the old bathrooms down below the coombs market restaurant are hauntedbefore the market was around ,the land was owned by a family with two sons that were gun happynot to much info on that ,but rumor has it ,that they buried guns all over coombs..the old bar is haunted too. Theres some old photos, and that name is mentioned in one of my familys histories. I dont have bad dreams but I find myself thinking about that night and it feels like I go into a trance like state for a few seconds. We got home and it was silent. Of course the mill is completely updated and no longer toxic to work at or be around. The day I was let go, I experienced two unexplained incidents at the Inn. Thanks Anthony! So he went back in and someone had sat on the bed. Creepiest room. The lake itself is often said to be bottomless, but is listed as being 40 meters (131 feet) deep at its deepest point in Russel Mussios 2008 edition ofFishing Mapbook: Vancouver Island. The list is source-based. How long ago were you there, and did you have the murder vibe there as well? ..it just seems a awfully expensive way to move cows is all! Retrieved 07/03/2020. Hope you are doing well, take care. It only mentions two ghosts though. we started taking pictures of the trailer and there were tons of what ppl call orbs neither one of us ever had the guts to take a pic outside at night though lol . October 19, 2020. Hi Shannon Beacon Hill Park. Tombstone walkway, NanaimoTheres a lesser known Nanaimo legend that claims there was a walkway made from childrens headstones. Its a very old hotel. A highway apparition is also reported here. I am sorry, but these people were not even born then? Henry Croft (January 15, 1856 July 28, 1917) was an Australian-born lumber and mining magnate on Vancouver Island from the 1880s to 1900s. I just wanted to say that I am thrilled to see am web page dedicated to this! And if others say there used to be a train connecting the two places, it would have been a convenience. I liked that bit. There have been several reports of this creature on both sides of the island. The island at the mouth of the bay is said to have been used as a First Nation Cemetery. Not to mention other weird stuff like a man just going for a walk through the woods and he vanishes!! In nanaimo also ufos and have heard of many sasquatch sitings near treeline areas of nanaimo. I have never seen anything on Draculas castle as it was once known on the comox lake logging road if its still there. Croft was born at Darling Point, Sydney . Founded in 1902 by copper magnate Henry Croft, Crofton not only looks directly across to Saltspring Island, but provides you with the means to get there too. Croft was elected to the British Columbia Legislature in 1886, representing Cowichan, serving until 1894. He got there and it was quiet, but the whole house was trashed. I saw a woman staring at me intently. He had a cave he retreated to on Tzouhalem mountain, where its believed he meditated, fasted, and conducted rituals. Over 10,000 people came to the procession, which can be watched online here. My grandfather even took a photo of one in Sooke, which a magazine tried to purchase off of him and which he ended up selling to a close friend just before his death. Nothing particularly threatening, just active. We always noticed that door because we never wanted the cat to get down there. Courtenay was both a mining town and sawmill town with railway lines from the mountain lake area (Town of Beban) down to the ocean near Royston. Hi Justin! Dont even get me started on the dungeon! His spirit is said to roam the beaches at dusk. Unless the phenomena of the BF has nothing to do with a real creature? I look forward to hearing more about your daughters experiences if she has any more as well. I have witnessed the ground burrower(sasquatch) in treeline of campbell river and likewise a ufo. Hope youre having a great week! I dont know the details, when it was, or where on the lake. Ive never come across it one while conducting any of my research, but that doesnt mean it didnt happen. As a result, the propertys four-plex became haunted. A misty glow has also been seen in the past. Hopefully more people will come forward who have had similar experiences on the island. Hope you enjoy . I just moved here and was biking through the parkthe hill area, south of Superior St. The paperwork? One web page previously mentioned one buildings occult history, but this information is no longer available. A man from Powell River died in one of the rooms on the second floor around 1970. Do you know if theres a story attached to who shes supposed to be? At this point it is word of mouth; but, Ive seen one. Thanks for clarifying this Charlotte its much appreciated! Im guessing it was at least 10 or taller. Completely made up. this one time about 8-9 years ago i was swimming across Mcivor lake in campbell river & about halfways to the other side something big & white swam under neath me. The smell of pipe smoke, strange feelings, etc. I just got the impression of something really big and broad. A First Nations tour guide was just in the news for opening one of these boxes up and letting people take pictures of the remains: First Nations groups blast tour guide for opening burial boxes and revealing ancestors skeletal remains. They found her the next morning under the dock. Many are here below in the comment section. The suicide? My youngest went to french creek elementary school, but sad to say they closed it down this year due to cut back. Onewas of a green cloud-mist near the cemetery (probably Pioneer Park), which was only seen over a short period of time. I don't like talking about that and kinda didn't during filming, but we were there to tell the truth about what we lived with for three years, for better or worse. There is a local legend of a female First Nations apparition which is seen on the Somass River at Paper Mill Damn Park. Forbidden Plateau & Mount Sicker (both above) are named, as well. We looked at each other for a few moments, both of us a little unsettled by the experience. Hull. It travelled in a straight line and moved very rapidly. The lake is less than 5 km from the mysterious monkey sighting (MDA) as well. If I find anything Ill attach it to your comment here. Some of these places are more urban myth than fact, especially as one starts to do the research. Did this look like a shadow or was it more like an apparition of some sort? My sister and her friends were chased by men in a Ford bronco. The town was relocated to where it is because of the pollution. A number of years ago I was doing a lot of construction work and commuting to Port Alberni from Nanaimo. Bath robe. Campbell River Sea Monster, Campbell River, Haunted Locations of Victoria, Vancouver Island, Across & Abroad: Haunted Houses & Ghost Towns, Go Campbell River: the Haunting of Heriot Bay Inn, Real Food Traveller: Salt Spring Island Apple Festival, a ghost of an island, haunt two of his other buildings in Victoria, Campfire Ghost Story: Keeha Beach Vancouver Island, Globe & Mail: Huu-ay-aht hope to turn Kiix?in Village into BC Tourism site, Go Campbell River: East & West Thurlow Island, Wildlife Biologist Dr. John Bindernagel on the existence of Sasquatch, Supernatural British Columbia: Sasquatch/Bigfoot, Best places to see ghosts on Vancouver Island, Top Places to see ghosts on Vancouver Island, Extra AF: Vol 6. We were sleeping by the fireplace in the living room, and both awoke to the sound of a car pulling into the driveway. Read more 0 Roche Harbor Resort Roche Harbor, Washington He was the youngest member of a family of seven. Here are the local newspaper reports of Henry Crofts death and funeral: Mr. Henry Croft, a resident of Victoria for the put thirty-two years, and recognised as one of the most widely versed authorities on mining In British Columbia, died suddenly yesterday afternoon , at his residence. Interestingly, theres also a First Nation story from Alert Bay that was recorded by Boas in 1895 that sounds like a UFO account as well: A man who flew from above the sky visited them, and his house stood on stilts in the water. There have been UFO claims on the island for a long time. We are in a house up at Sproat Lake, that has a view of Mount Klitsa, and a bit of Massacre Island. Thanks for your comment Tamara! There is a house on Pine st., Chemainus that I used to live in, that apparently was where an acquaintances uncle killed himself. Picture three. chanson qui parle de mariage; henry croft house haunted. All sudden the toilets all started flushing and the taps turned on. I love the wolf story. Admission Last entry to the castle is 30 minutes before closing. Anyway it got worse after awhile and we were just too scared to stay where we were so we climbed out my mom's window about 12feet down, in our socks because we were too scared to get our shoes by the front door. It has housed a few different organizations, but seems to be an active area. As for Stamp Falls I guess I was expecting it to be more remote with less tourists. Had a chat with one of the Newdastle island ferry drivers. Now that's how you tell a story! Looking forward to hearing about some of your experiences Joe! You might be interested to know there have been searches such as, Haunted Areas in Campbell River Woods (Oct 14, 2013). Lowest rating: 3. We have also seen numerous ufos. Thanks Sam thats awesome! Just saw this episode..Im seriously just wondering 3 things What are the odds the house would have original copies stored of papers left vaulted and untouched, over a hundred years, including about the suicide of previous tenant who would leave that paper of the suicide by tenant if left vacant four years?!? Updates on June 12, 2012 thanks to Sean Enns from Nanaimo/Chemainus for Tofino Book, Mount Sicker leads (including UFO) & Thetis Lake Monster (Believed to be a hoax & will be part of the Victoria list). I tell youI have never in my life been so in awe of anything> You know those electricity balls where you can see the currents? This part is pretty true though, usually, families must pay for any cleaning once the investigation is done. It has also served as family home, having been in the hands of the Croft family (with the exception of a relatively short abeyance of 177 years) since around 1055. These experiences have shaped him drastically. I really appreciate the information. A Yew tree in the harbour is also said to be haunted by the spirit of a First Nations woman. I called my Dad to see it, neither of us had ever seen anything like it. This is where the top 1 percent of the spirit realm calls home. His body rests uneasily in an unmarked grave in Bournemouth, England, where he was savagely bludgeoned to death by his wife's lover. Ive for sure seen her around. Elders have stories. He mentioned people seeing apperitions appearing in the pavillion. Strange about the vehicle for sure! Its a good time). Three things wrong here: To help finance this he sold 3 acres (1.2 hectares) to subdivide into lots. Rob, your theory does sound pretty solid to me. Any idea about that? About 3 seconds later it appeared in the middle of the street and continued rolling down the hill for about another 5 seconds but then just vanished into thin air. The pictures? Weston Lake, Beaver Point Road, Salt Spring IslandThe apparition of a drowned First Nations man from the sixties has been seen by at least two separate witnesses near the lake. It has been suggested that the Welsh freedom fighter travelled from daughter to daughter, hiding out in their homes in order to evade capture after the fall of his last stronghold in 1409. And I thought of you being the person to ask! Myths are of the past. The UFO guy disappeared from Mount Provost in Duncan, not Mount Sicker. Considering the village and its inhabitants to be a blight on the landscape, Herbert had them moved. As this is a source-based list there are several places on the island that havent been added yet. Did you see or experience anything or were you more asleep at the time? Im reluctant to go further than this as it would feel exploitive. Forbidden Plateau is large. At first I thought it was someone on a motorized disability scooter but then I noticed there was no one on it and it was shaped like horizontal rectangular box. Loggers or miners? Thats one that needs to be included, Hey Jack! If Im not mistaken every telling I have heard of the haunting has come from First Nation people. Did you see Anthonys (original) comment/experience below? If you know of any Cumberland stories Id love it if you shared! I reported the incident but never heard anything back. Weird dog. Its the first Ive been told of a haunting in Port Alice. With a collection of years of studying these experiances and hearing many others, one has to; either, except or denie my reply or happenings of the above. I believe I have seen this building, it is at the Alberni Cut-0ff, close to the Mid-Island connector.sounds like a Government facility! Hmm the Oxy. Curious if you/any one has had similar experiences or heard stories. . Shannon, what exactly did you mean by I wasnt expecting it to be the way it was? I had a strange experience happen to me August,28 2010 while I was working as a Truck Driver for a Courier Company at approximately 01:00 hours of the morning. I grew up in Port Alberni and lived in Ucluelet after I got married and travelled the road in between almost every weekend. Our neighbours rented our house for awhile and confirmed this haunting decades later with a comment what about that ghost in the basement bathroom? It is known that the hill by the spit is a native burial site for those who died of smallpox and couldnt be buried in the traditional site as they would contaminate the living. Especially that episode where they thought the dad was a serial killer. Lightbulbs had been found unscrewed. I was on the remains of the hotel floor, and felt the typical chill associated with hauntings, despite the August weather. Nicknamed Mount Adelaide. Nothing to feel guilty about. I havent come across anything from Cumberland, yet. I do remember that there was a house near the church. The regular ferry service to Vesuvius Bay crosses Stuart Channel, which is home to a boisterous population of sea lions and the occasional pod of migrating orcas. Only to see shoes that were way too old and rugged/dirty and SMALL to be attending that school. He has never caused harm, but does frighten my mother-in-law somewhat. I imagine itd also be pretty peaceful in the mornings though? The older male spirit reported is said to be friendly on the owners site, but also miserable on the forum site. I heard stories after that that witchcraft is practiced there at times as well. Site by FireCask. Mary died on August 15, 1928. I would also suggest that she stays away from the water when shes playing with him if youre not around but Im sure kids that young are always monitored swimming these days. Is the Mothman an Omen of Coming Disaster? You should check out our facebook page on http://www.facebook.com/HauntedBritishColumbia Andrew. Stone buildings. I used to think this show had some truth to it. Having disposed of his Interest In the mill and timber limits. He may have sensed a cougar, wolf or bear you werent aware of as well? Sadly, that can be the case in some of the more accepted haunted sites as well; which is why I list the folkloric story while not making claims as to wether or not the place is truly haunted. I was looking down the street towards Farquhar Street when I saw something rolling down the road on Farquhar Street. Zeballos Hotel, Zeballos(destroyed by fire, new hotel on site) The apparition of Susie Woo, a Chinese hotel maid from the 1940s, had been seen on several occasions. His experience was in the Malahat in 2010. I dont know. The Somas Hotel in Port Alberni is another site with a lot of paranormal activity. The building we got the most and undoubtibley amazing evidence from is the old French Creek School where we have many clear audio tapes and you can hear the bands in the gym from the 1920s (giving me goosebumps just thinking of it!). Just because it is old, abandoned, and deep in the woods, makes the myth grow. Pinterest. https://archives.victoria.ca/henry-croft-family-home-on-dunsmuir-street-known-as-mount-adelaide-3. Jingle Pot Road. I havent spoken to the friend I was with since then other than in passing and saying hi. An unidentified ship with people clinging to it has apparently been seen sinking off of the same rocks as well. There are many haunted places not on the list due to this. Camped at a campsite on the way into Port Alice and had odd vibes or feelings from this place, barely slept and at day break got outta there in a hurry, nothing was seen nor heard, but the aura of the beautiful camp ground was eerie to say the least..anyone else ever mention this? He had to feel his way out in the dark. A couple of years ago there was a report of wolves heard howling between Horne and Spider lakes. Only occasionally open to the public, Hycroft Manor now serves as a first-class venue for various UWCV meetings and events, private weddings, an annual Christmas craft show, and other special gatherings. Descriptions of him are vague, but hes said to have been improperly buried. My husband had the exact same experience as the one described at the Franklyn St Gym, Nanaimo. More Share House Rules Pets Allowed: Yes Smoking Allowed: No Kid Friendly: Yes Bathrooms Thanks Nelda! His Grace the Lord Bishop Herbert Croft is just one of many who is said to have left such an impact on Croft Castle that he remains there, haunting its hallways, to this day. His last night alive was spent in the Bastion (see next entry). "Ghosts are elusive," the author had written. Ive been through there numerous times but havent noticed it in the day time. There have been several reports of this creature on both sides of Vancouver Island. Never to be seen again. I would venture to guess he was of the Crowley infused variety. The second one was while I was walking back through on the way back, but it wasnt as pronounced. Cedar Point, De Courcy Island, and Valdez Island are all connected to the historic Brother XII cult, which has been linked to paranormal activity around the historic properties on these islands as well as in Cedar. Ive been digging around, but havent come across much as of yet. Do you mean the really small church? Thank you for your comment Brian. Kind of . Another story I heard about the lady on the lake was from my ex boyfriend, he told me that he was down at the dam having a few drinks with some friends n their discussion started 2get heated so he left the dam n was headed up a trail in the woods(just across the road from the dam) he was about 1/2 way up the trail when he looked up n the lady(who is usually spotted walking on the water) was in the middle of the trail n when he looked at her she said 2him Have u seen my baby? he said he dropped his case of bottled beers n ran back 2the dam, the people there said he was white as a ghost when he returned and he explained to them what happened.
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