With Halloween just around the bend, it's the perfect time to take a trip to one of these spooky towns in Ontario.
Steeped in eerie legends and ghostly tales, these towns and villages across the province are said to be haunted. You can explore spine-tingling sites, stay in spooky inns and take ghost tours around the winding streets of these spots.
If you're feeling brave, here are five haunted small towns in Ontario to check out this Halloween season.
Port Perry
Address: Port Perry, ON
Why You Need To Go: This small town is just an hour away from Toronto and while it exudes charm, it is also home to some sinister sites that are said to be haunted.
According to York Durham Headwaters, Durham Region, where Port Perry is located, "takes the cake for the most haunted place in the province." There are several spooky spots to visit while in the area that might make your blood run cold.
Jester’s Court Pub & Eatery, Ghost Road, and Scugog Shores Museum are all subjects of ghostly tales that will give you chills.
Fergus
Address: Fergus, ON
Why You Need To Go: Feeling brave? According to Wellington County, Fergus is "one of Canada's most haunted villages" and it's brimming with eerie tales.
You can learn about the "gristly end of the town clockmaster, the bagpiper's lament, the famous doctor with a dark secret," and more while visiting this Scottish town.
During October, the town's Monster Month event features activities like Ghost Walks and Cemetery Tours.
Kingston
Address: Kingston, ON
Why You Need To Go: While Kingston is technically a city, its small town vibes and endless ghost stories make it deserving of a spot on the list.
According to Visit Kingston, this destination is a "ghost's dream city" and it has several haunted landmarks including Fort Henry, the Kingston Pen, Skeleton Park and more.
There are trolley tours and Ghost Walks that take you to some sinister destinations throughout the area.
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Address: Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Why You Need To Go: Welcome to Canada's "most haunted town!" This 19th century Victorian Village is a ghostly spot to visit during the Halloween season.
Spots like Brockamour Manor and Fort George have spine-tingling legends and you can take a ghost tour through the town to discover its haunting past.
Dundas
Address: Dundas, ON
Why You Need To Go: Dundas is "one of Ontario’s oldest and charming towns" and it has a "darker past and spirits" to uncover, according to Ghost Walks.
Tales of "ghosts, murders, mobsters and the infamous Death Pact" swirl about the area, so get ready for some major spooks during your visit.
Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.
