Ghost of Old Saint Joseph Cemetery
Old Saint Joseph Cemetery is a hotspot for these ghouls. One soul in particular, Captain George L. Kupfer, was the first victim who fell to the dreaded yellow fever in September of 1840. He died at sea and was brought back to Port St. Joe to his final resting place.
From then Port St. Joe was plagued with the yellow fever and wiped out many of the residents, resulting in ghoulish activity throughout the area. Rumor has it that when exploring Old Saint Joseph Cemetery, you may hear Captain George whistling, calling for his crew so they can set sail back to Boston like he originally planned before he departed.
Haunting Breezes at Cape San Blas Lighthouse
During this time of year, you can feel an eerie fall breeze that reminds us of the fall of man in Port St. Joe. Traveling to local landmarks such as the Cape San Blas Lighthouse, you may run into the ghost of a lighthouse keeper or even hear the lamp still turning. The lighthouse keeper may still be wandering around the lighthouse looking for a ship at sea and warning the crew with the lamp to make them aware of severe weather approaching.
The Ghost of the Port Theatre
The Port Theatre is home to the ghost of an actress in a white dress who passed in the theater long ago and her spirit has remained there ever since. Many people say she is watching over the theatre, while others believe she is still waiting for her chance to perform. Legend has it visitors have experienced unexplained noises, random cold spots, and flickering lights.
Haunted Civil War History at the Salt Works Cabins
Aside from the history of hurricanes and yellow fever sweeping the city of Port St. Joe, Cape San Blas experienced naval activity during the Civil War period. The Salt Works Cabins were built to house the salt workers. Inside the cabins, visitors have often heard floors creaking and footsteps, although no one is to be found. It is said to be the ghost of a Confederate soldier who buried a stash of gold near the salt works to prevent it from falling into the hands of the Union. On moonless nights, some locals claim to have seen a spectral figure wandering the dunes or even a faint light where the soldier buried the gold. Legend has it that he passed before he could retrieve it, so his ghost will guard the treasure for all eternity.
