The Windsor Ruins in Mississippi is one of the most famous abandoned sites in the state. However, it’s not just well-known. It's also haunted. The spooky occurrences are linked not only to the ruins but to the Native American mounds and the historic graveyard that lies just beyond the famous remnants. We think it's the creepiest hike in Mississippi.

Despite being located in the tiny town of Port Gibson, the Windsor Ruins is one of the state’s most famed attractions.

It’s received numerous accolades over the years. In addition to being hailed the state’s most underrated attraction, it’s been named the most scenic spot and best hidden gem in Mississippi.

The ruins have even been featured on the big screen.

A couple of movies have been filmed at Windsor Ruins, including Raintree County in 1957.

The ruins are all that remain of Windsor, the largest antebellum Greek revival mansion in Mississippi.

Absolutely massive, the four-story mansion boasted 17,000 square feet of living space.

Completed in 1861, Windsor survived the Civil War unscathed.

Sadly, though, the owner, Smith Coffee Daniell II, died just a few weeks after its completion.

The mansion’s demise didn’t come until several decades later, when, in 1890, a party guest dropped a lit cigar, resulting in a fire that consumed the mansion.

Visitors today can explore the site, which consists of 23 towering columns.

There’s also an informative marker that provides some background on the ruins.

However, there’s more to Windsor Ruins than meets the eye.

Roughly half a mile north of the ruins is the historic Daniell-Freeland Cemetery.

The cemetery dates back centuries, but that’s not its only distinguishing feature.

Daniell-Freeland Cemetery is built atop an ancient Native American mound, which, at one time, was common practice.

The mound is part of the Windsor Mounds.

Built between 1100 and 1600 A.D., the Windsor Mounds consist of four mounds, with the tallest standing at over 30 feet in height.

Between the tragic fire that destroyed Windsor and the nearby cemetery and Native American mounds, it should come as no surprise that the site is allegedly haunted.

A phantom Union soldier is a common sight and is often spotted in what would be the doorway of Windsor Mansion. Visitors have also reported seeing the ghost of Daniell, roaming about the ruins, as well as hearing the sounds of a long-ago party.

Take a look at the efforts being made to preserve this site:

For the most current info on the Windsor Ruins in Mississippi, head on over to the MDAH website. You can also visit the Windsor Ruins Facebook page.

So, did you know about the Windsor Ruins’ haunting reputation? Ever experienced anything strange? If so, what? Know of any other spooky spots in the state? Tell us about them in the comments!

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