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Gold Brook Covered Bridge - Emily's Bridge

Stowe, VT, United States

Stowe Hollow Rd and Gold Brook Rd, Stowe, VT, United States

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THE STORY

Reported Haunting

Known locally as Emily's Bridge, this covered bridge is one of Vermont's most famous haunted locations. Visitors have reported a woman's apparition, unexplained scratches on vehicles, strange whispers, and mysterious handprints.

The small wooden covered bridge is said to be the residence of a haunt. Some stories say Emily was disappointed after her fiance didn’t show up for their elopement, and she hanged herself on a rafter. Others say she was run over by runaway horses and knocked to the rocky banks below. There are several other stories: Take your pick. No matter what happened in the past, now the site has seen its share of paranormal activity. Visitors have reported strange noises, screams, and scratches on cars that have been parked on the bridge. Some have reported seeing Emily’s ghost.

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