Folklore and Stories
in Pennsylvania
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Cave of Kelpius of Pennsylvania
Mystic-heritage site linked to Johannes Kelpius and early apocalyptic / occult traditions in colonial Pennsylvania.
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Witch of Ridley Creek / Margaret Mattson of Pennsylvania
Colonial witchcraft tradition tied to Margaret Mattson, remembered in later lore as the Witch of Ridley Creek.
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Waterford Sheepman of Pennsylvania
A goat-like or sheep-like humanoid said to have stalked the Waterford area, especially in the 1970s.
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Storm Hag of Pennsylvania
A fearsome old-woman storm spirit from Great Lakes lore that appears in northwestern Pennsylvania retellings.
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Squonk of Pennsylvania
Area: Northern hemlock forests, near Renovo A weeping lumberwoods cryptid said to dissolve into tears when cornered or captured.