27. Legends That Haunt the Garden State

This week, we’re heading into familiar territory… but not the version you see on postcards. Ale shares three of the Garden State’s (New Jersey) most chilling legends! Stories whispered around bonfires, passed down through generations, and still causing unease today. A winged creature born from a curse. A haunted stretch of road where headlights appear and then vanish. And a solitary tree so sinister, even the snow avoids it. Whether you’re from Jersey or not… these tales will make you think twice about turning down a dark road. 📍 Location: New Jersey – Bernards Township, West Milford, Pine Barrens🧭 What We Cover in This Episode: The origin, sightings, and legacy of the Jersey Devil Why Clinton Road is considered the most haunted road in America The legend and curse behind The Devil’s Tree Real-life accounts, cultural context, and eerie personal encounters How Ale and Tom’s own visit to Clinton Road adds to the lore The chilling line between folklore and fact in these local legends Find photos of todays episode here.🎧 Listen if you like: Paranormal lore, hometown hauntings, cryptids, creepy backwoods roads, and cursed objects.⚠️ TW: Brief references to death, violence, lynching, and folklore. Listener discretion is advised. 🎧 Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by Alejandra and her husband Tom. Each week, storyteller and spooky enthusiast Ale unpacks some of the most haunting cases she’s researched, dragging her husband along for the ride, whether he’s ready for it or not. He’s hearing it all for the first time… just like you. New here? Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen.Your guides through the strange, the sinister, and the spooky… For photos of todays episode visit our social handles or our website to learn more.Join us each week as we delve into the world where mystery meets the macabre: Instagram: @macabremondayspodcast Facebook: Macabre Mondays Podcast YouTube: @macabremondayspodcast TikTok: @macabremondayspodcast X: @macabremondays_ 📬 Want to give us a scare? Email us at: macabremondayspodcast@gmail.com Sources listed on our site! Disclaimer: Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast created for informational and entertainment purposes only. All information discussed in this episode has been compiled from publicly available sources, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that every detail is complete or free of error. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and do not represent any law enforcement agency, court, or official organization. This content may include graphic descriptions of violence, which may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener and viewer discretion is