Rolling Hills Asylum, located in East Bethany, New York, is a former poorhouse, infirmary, and asylum with a long history of illness, confinement, and death. Originally established in the 1800s to house the poor, orphaned, and mentally ill, the building later served as a nursing home before closing its doors. Today, Rolling Hills is widely known for intense paranormal activity, with investigators reporting full-bodied apparitions, disembodied voices, shadow figures, and physical interactions throughout the building. Its deeply troubled past and consistent reports of unexplained phenomena have earned it a reputation as one of the most actively haunted locations in the region
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Rolling Hills Asylum in East Bethany, New York, is a former poorhouse and medical facility with a long history of illness, confinement, and death. Over the years, visitors and investigators have reported full-bodied apparitions, disembodied voices, unexplained footsteps, and physical interaction throughout the building. Paranormal teams frequently claim to capture electronic voice phenomena and other unexplained audio during investigations. While preserved as a historic landmark, the consistency and intensity of these reports have earned Rolling Hills Asylum a reputation as one of the most active locations for paranormal research in the region.
Tours and Events
Rolling Hills Asylum offers official haunted tours and paranormal investigation events throughout the year.
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Public Ghost Hunts
Overnight investigations open to individuals and small groups. -
Private Paranormal Investigations
Exclusive overnight access for private groups seeking extended investigation time. -
Guided Ghost Tours
Structured evening tours highlighting reported hot spots and the asylum’s history. -
Special Paranormal Events
Themed investigations and collaborations with paranormal teams and media.
Historical tours are also offered separately for guests interested in the site’s history without a paranormal focus.
Gear up for an Investigation
Before heading out on your next investigation, make sure you’re fully prepared. From essential ghost-hunting tools to reliable gear designed for long nights in the field, having the right equipment can make all the difference when exploring the unknown. Gear up here before you step into a haunted location and give yourself the best chance to document what others cannot explain.
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