Don’t get locked up, Fido. The West Virginia Penitentiary is a gothic-style prison that was in operation from 1876 to 1995. The prison’s dark history includes bloody riots and fires, along with more than 100 inmates being put to their deaths. It’s no wonder the grounds are said to be haunted by those who walked in but never walked out. Learn more on a private paranormal tour of the grounds or a historical tour if you ain’t afraid of no ghost!

If you’re worried about things going bump in the night, stay in a tiny home with less room for things to go awry. This private pastoral tiny home welcomes you and your pooch to sleep off the scares.

Savannah is full of ghost stories, and one of the most haunted houses in the U.S. lies in the heart of the city at Madison Square. Fido can join you for a daytime History and Architecture Tour of The Old Sorrel Weed House, an antebellum home with Southern charm and a dark past. Built in 1840, the home was owned by Francis Sorrel, a wealthy shipping merchant. According to legend, Sorrel’s wife, Matilda, committed suicide in the house after finding out about his affair with a young enslaved woman, Molly. Weeks after Matilda’s death, Molly also died from an apparent suicide. Today, both Matilda and Molly are said to haunt the home, and guests report eerie footsteps, disembodied voices and ghostly figures. The home’s basement and carriage house are especially prone to cold spots and shadowy presences. Pups aren’t allowed on nightly ghost tours inside (it’s far too scary, Fido), but a visit during the day can still leave you feeling spooked, and nightly Ghost City Tours will take you by the home to hear the full story.

Spend a weekend in this Southern city and stay downtown at the Kimpton Brice Hotel.

Located in a remote section of Big Ridge State Park in the Appalachians, Ghost House Trail will make you feel like you’re in a real-life version of “The Blair Witch Project.” Luckily, you have Fido to ward off any evil spirits who may be lingering along the pathway. The trail is said to be where a woman was hanged for practicing witchcraft, but there are more scares to come deeper in the woods. The Ghost House itself was once inhabited by the Hutchinson family, and was the place where their beloved daughter died of tuberculosis in the 19th century. Sightings of Mary crying in her house are less frequent these days, but the ghost of her loyal dog is said to wander the trail still looking for her owner. Hikers report hearing sounds of running and panting in the woods, even when their pups are right beside them.

Tell ghost stories around the fire pit next to Norris Lake at this comfortable home nearby.

Moss Beach Distillery, perched on a windswept bluff overlooking the Pacific near Half Moon Bay, is as famous for its ghost stories as it is for its coastal views and delicious seafood. Find a seat around one of the outdoor fire pits and enjoy a delicious dinner with Fido. Just be cautious to steer clear of The Blue Lady. Legend states the young married woman allegedly carried on a clandestine affair with the speakeasy’s pianist during the Prohibition era. Although stories of her death vary from being stabbed while walking the beach to a car accident while on her way to meet her lover, patrons and staff have reportedly encountered cold spots, whispers in empty rooms, phantom music and moving objects said to be tied to her ghost. Thankfully, Fido will have the tasty items from the canine menu like steak, burgers, bacon and scrambled eggs to distract him from any ghostly apparitions.

Keep your eyes peeled for The Lady in Blue walking the shoreline when you stay at the Oceanfront Driftwood Cottage nearby.

As the name suggests, Bloody Lane Trail at Antietam National Battlefield is the site of one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War. In the surrounding cornfields and farmland, more than 23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or went missing in the clash. Those who have dared to walk the trail have reported smelling gunpowder and hearing singing along the 1.5-mile path. While you’re in the area, pay a visit to Antietam Creek Vineyards just south of the battlefield. This 55-acre winery offers Bordeaux-style blends to enjoy while reflecting on the area’s grim past.

Continue your spooky vacation with a night in the woods at a converted school bus. This awesome rental sounds scarier than it is. It’s actually super cozy and has a woodfire stove to warm puppy paws on chilly nights.

The hopeful gold miners who once inhabited Bodie State Historic Park were so crestfallen that they didn’t strike it rich, that they placed a curse on the town. If you’re thinking about taking a rock home as a souvenir, think again. The curse of Bodie has left lives in turmoil after previous visitors took something that didn’t belong to them. That includes bones, Fido! Over the years, thousands of people have mailed in apologetic letters along with the returned artifacts. If you promise to leave everything as you found it, the Wild West town offers a chance to see what life was like during the Gold Rush.

Unfortunately, the ghost town lodgings in Bodie State Historic Park aren’t too comfortable these days. Instead, reserve a stay at Ruby Inn, a great resting point for weary travelers.

While the thought of bumping into any spirit is a bit unnerving, not all ghost stories are meant to terrify. Bring Fido along to Indiana Dunes National Park and you may run into Diana of the Dunes, the spirit of a woman who once lived among and cherished the dunes along Lake Michigan. Diana, whose real name was Alice Mabel Gray, lived in a shack in the early 1900s in what is now the national park. Although highly educated, Gray chose to live a simple life of solidarity within the dunes. She often swam naked in Lake Michigan, and those who visited the area found her lifestyle peculiar. Journalists gave her the nickname Diana of the Dunes. Eventually, Gray died within the park, and today, visitors report seeing the ghost of a nude woman running into the water before disappearing.

You and your pup can rest up at nearby Furness Mansion after completing Diana’s Dare, a short but strenuous hike along the dunes where you’ll learn Alice’s story.

The Hollywood Sign is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world. It’s also considered one of the most haunted. In 1932, after being let go of her contract by a studio, 24-year-old Peg Entwistle climbed the maintenance ladder at the back of the ‘H’ and leaped to her death. Over the years, hikers on the Mount Hollywood Trail have reported seeing a floating blonde lady who disappears or flies away. After your hike, grab a bite at the retro-inspired restaurant, Fred 62 and talk about Peg, who became more famous in death than in life.

Few places will give your pooch a warmer and fuzzier feeling inside after a day of ghost hunting than the Kimpton Everly Hotel. This boutique spot provides canine guests with a bed and bowl, and is located just minutes away from the trail.

It’s hard to believe that Bannack State Park was once home to the territorial capital of Montana and more than 5,000 residents. These days, the ghost town’s saloons and stores are completely empty, or are they? The town is said to be visited by Dorothy Dunn, the ghost of a former resident who drowned in the town pond at 16 years old. Hold your best friend close when you walk past The Bessette House, too. Crying babies can often be heard inside the building. In the lead up to Halloween, the park hosts ghost walks on weekends with guides in period dress to add to the spooky fun.

Make your way to the nearby town of Dillon to rest up at FairBridge Inn Express. This quaint hotel has a nice area out back for a bathroom break before a Halloween movie marathon in your comfortable room.

Gettysburg National Military Park is the site of one of the most famous and bloody Civil War battles. More than 50,000 lives were lost on the 10,000-acre battlefield. Dogs aren’t allowed in the buildings or the cemetery, but your pooch can join you on the varied trails that weave around the park. If you were hoping to get a new pic for Fido’s Instagram, you may be out of luck. Previous visitors have reported cameras malfunctioning for no apparent reason. Other paranormal events include hearing the sounds of weeping nurses who would have frantically tried to operate on injured soldiers in field hospitals, and ghostly apparitions wandering the fields.

If you want to spend more than one day exploring the grounds, Quality Inn Gettysburg Battlefield is ideally located next to the park. Canine guests receive bowls to use and treats at check-in.