Begin your morning on the Wilkinson and Barber Wheatfield trails. These paths cut across the very ground where the Battles of Saratoga raged in 1777. Soldiers were buried where they fell, and for generations, visitors have reported an uncanny stillness — a sense of unseen company on their walks.
A short stop brings you to one of the battlefield’s most unusual memorials. This boot-shaped monument honors the brilliance of a hero wounded here — Benedict Arnold — without ever naming him. Locals say the secrecy itself has given the spot an eerie aura.
Rebuilt in just 29 days after the British torched the original, the Schuyler House still feels haunted by its fiery past. Visitors sometimes describe strange footsteps or murmurs in the quiet, sparsely furnished rooms.
A private residence with a dramatic story: Baroness Frederika Riedesel sheltered the wounded here as cannon fire struck the walls. It’s one of the most authentic Revolutionary-era haunted sites in Saratoga, with a reputation for restless spirits.
Established in 1773 by Alexander Bryan, a Revolutionary scout who helped American forces track Burgoyne’s advance. Today it’s a lively tavern and restaurant, but the upstairs rooms are said to host more than just diners. Locals whisper of ghostly figures lingering above while schoolchildren still visit to learn its Revolutionary story.
Located inside the Canfield Casino, this gem tells the story of Saratoga—from colonial times to high-stakes gambling. Bonus: it's haunted. 👻
Wander through fountains and shaded paths, but pause at the Spencer Trask Memorial. The Trask family endured profound tragedy — losing all four children young — before dedicating their estate to create Yaddo, the world-renowned artists’ retreat. The monument carries both grandeur and sorrow, echoing the spirits of the Gilded Age.
The Adelphi Hotel and Saratoga Arms bring 19th-century elegance with modern comfort. Rumor has it George Washington would’ve approved of the pillows. A Saratoga landmark since 1877, The Adelphi mixes 19th-century elegance with whispers of the past. John Morrissey — bare-knuckle boxing champion, congressman, and founder of the Saratoga Racetrack — died here at the hotel bar. Some say he still lingers on the patio, raising a ghostly toast.
Just down the street, this family-run historic hotel blends boutique charm with echoes of Saratoga’s late-19th-century heyday. Some visitors claim the creaks and whispers in the night feel like more than just an old building settling.