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Moultrie Church In a vaguely abandoned cemetery in the south St. Augustine sits a picturesque church, which looks just like any other found in the rural South. The little white church was built in 1877 and overlooks Wildwood Cemetery, a lonely cemetery with a somewhat abandoned, neglected atmosphere. The oldest legible grave in the cemetery reads 1880, but there are both physical and documented indications that the cemetery is much older. The church is younger than the cemetery and was originally to be built in another location; however, the building materials were delivered to the wrong place. Instead of transferring the materials to the originally planned location, the church was built on the spot, perhaps disturbing the resting dead in their peaceful location. Permanent Residents Of course, such a place is not without permanent residents. One day a researcher was…

We want to thank everyone that has entered our contest! It was a tough decision, but we have our July winners.   OUR HONORABLE MENTION IS SHANNEN OLIVIA   Shannen and her group joined us for a Para4ce Investigation. While she was investigating, she enjoyed the company of Tommy, one of spirits in our house!…

  Flagler College on King Street is one of the most recognizable symbols in St. Augustine. Built by Henry Flagler in 1888, the grand hotel was the crown jewel of St. Augustine’s elite. However, among the busy students lurks the ghostly spirit of Henry Flagler’s second wife, “Mad” Ida Alice. Ida Alice was the nurse…

Our honorable mention is a Floridian named Hector.   He joined us for a Deadwalk and he and his cousin felt something while passing a specific spot on this street. The building drew their attention and they could not keep their eyes off of it. The SB7 they had with them said “yes you felt…

When it comes to haunted spots, few places can rival this oldest graveyard of the oldest city in America. Nestled amidst one of the busiest areas of St. Augustine, Florida, this ancient burial ground has long been associated with paranormal encounters and ghostly sightings. Upon stepping foot in this final resting place there is a sense of eerie calm that permeates the air. The moss-draped oak trees cast shadows over the tombstones that stand as silent sentinels of the memories of those long departed. Today we will go over the history and hauntings of this beautiful haunted site. A Historical Legacy   Established in 1821, the graveyard is located outside of the City Gates. There was a growing need for a public burial ground for the city’s Protestants, as the only Catholic burial ground was the Tolomato Cemetery. There are…

The May winner for our ParaPic contest is Heath Wise! Heath and his group joined us for a midnight Para4ce Investigation. During the investigation, he had luck with dowsing rods and noticed lots of orb activity. He took the following photo in our haunted house that night.     Didn’t see it? Look a little…

Athalia Lindsley Ponsell was a  model, dancer, socialite, and political activist who lived near the idyllic Matanzas Bay in St. Augustine Florida. Born in Ohio, Athalia  met a tragic and violent end in the early evening of January 23rd, 1974.  Her brutal murder shocked the community. While her murder was unsolved, many believe it was…

A few blocks south of the noisy bustle of downtown St. Augustine is well shaded, peaceful resting ground known as the St. Augustine National Cemetery. This is a site that is often visited on our ghost tour called the DEAD WALK. Our Shadow Ride EV vehicle also takes a route by this graveyard. The St….

Nestled the northeast coast of Florida, the charming city of St. Augustine is known for its picturesque streets, rich history, and enchanting ambiance. However, beneath its idyllic facade lies a reputation that has earned the little Spanish settlement the coveted title of “America’s Most Haunted City”. Tales of paranormal encounters and ghostly sightings have contributed to St. Augustine has become a popular destination for paranormal investigators. It’s no wonder that this little ancient city is the home and headquarters of our ghost tour and ghost hunting equipment company GhoSt Augustine. Our company is, as you can probably tell, named in honor of this beautiful haunted old city. Today, we guide you through the mystery and history that contributes to St. Augustine’s spooky reputation. St. Augustine’s history as a settlement and city with European roots dates back to 1565 when it…

Paranormal investigation as a hobby is becoming a popular pastime. The wide array of ghost shows, movies, video games, and podcasts have brought this once unusual hobby into the mainstream. Having the right research equipment along with learning the various techniques for a successful investigation is of course very important. But what are some crucial steps that could easily be overlooked? Rather than let you make these mistakes on your own, we’ve interviewed our very own Para4ce Investigations team and found that these are the most common shortcomings. 1. Lack of Personal Prep What some people don’t realize is how long a successful investigation can take. You could be out in your chosen ghost hunting location for several hours or even longer. You want to make sure you’re prepared for anything. Pack as if you’re going on a daytrip. Bring…

An unassuming Victorian style house like any other of its time period sits quietly and peacefully on Carrera street in St Augustine, Florida. However, this house truly is like no other in the Ancient City. Walking the halls of this Victorian style home is the spirit of Louise. An artist in her former life, Louise once had a studio called “The Candy” on the second floor of the Victorian home, and is still to this day very proud of her works she created in life. Harry Stafford, Ph. D., who created his own paranormal investigation tour called Haunted St. Augustine (that we continue today in his honor), owned the home many years ago. The doctor was great friends with Willa Watkins, a local medium, and her husband Charles. The pair were having dinner with Dr. Stafford, who preferred to just…

Take a photo on one of our tours and catch something unusual? Submit it to our monthly Para-Pic Contest! Join us on one of our experiences and take photos throughout your tour. If you think you caught anything paranormal, send us the photos and we’ll analyze them. If it seems like it could be paranormal, your photo will get posted to our social media and entered in our monthly Para-Pic Contest! We have prizes! MONTHLY PRIZES Best Para-Pic= a K2 EMF Meter Runner Up= Digital Voice Recorder Honorable Mention= Dowsing Rods CONTEST RULES 1. Photo must be taken by you. 2. Photo(s) must be taken on a GhoSt Augustine experience. 3. By entering the contest you allow use of submitted photo(s) for use on our social media and marketing materials. 4. Your name will be mentioned on our social media…