Gloucester Ghoul

Dublin Core

Title

Gloucester Ghoul

Subject

Cryptid

Description

The Gloucester Ghoul is a cryptid reportedly found in Gloucester, Rhode Island. It is typically described as a pale, emaciated humanoid creature with sunken features, glowing eyes, and long limbs, often said to lurk in wooded areas and abandoned spaces.

Contributor

Caitlin Hattaway

Rights

CC-BY-SA

Cryptid Item Type Metadata

Danger Level

4

Time of Origin

1839

Sighting Record

• Emily Carter; George Washington Management Area, Rhode Island; August 1972; Pale figure retreated into trees
• Rhode Island State Police; Chepachet, Rhode Island; March 1986; Gaunt humanoid seen near cemetery
• Thomas Greene; Pulaski State Park, Rhode Island; October 1999; Glowing eyes and thin figure observed
• Local Hikers Group; Durfee Hill area, Rhode Island; May 2011; Tall figure vanished into woods
• Samantha Lopez; Snake Den State Park, Rhode Island; September 2020; Long-limbed figure crossed trail and disappeared