West Sound Paranormal would like to hear if you’ve had a paranormal experience here, or have any additional information about this location, please leave a comment below.

History:

The Island of Alcatraz, by the name The Rock, rocky island in San Francisco Bay, California, U.S. The island occupies an area of 22 acres (9 hectares) and is located 1.5 miles (2 km) offshore. From 1934 to 1963 it served as a federal prison for some of the most dangerous civilian prisoners. Among its famous denizens were Al Capone, George (“Machine Gun”) Kelly, and Robert Stroud, the “Birdman of Alcatraz”.

The Alcatraz penitentiary was able to house 450 convicts in cells that measured about 10 by 4.5 feet (3 by 1.5 meters), no more than 250 prisoners ever occupied the island at one time. Escape attempts were rare, but a few inmates did escape from the island; whether they survived the currents of the bay is unknown. One daring escape was popularized in the film Escape from Alcatraz (1979). Eventually the necessity of transporting fresh water to and waste away from the island resulted in its abandonment in 1963.

Reported Paranormal Activity:

This place is said to be haunted by the ghosts of many, many prisoners who died there, including the Bird Man, “Machine Gun” Kelly, and Al Capone.  Voices in the former eating area, as well as the cell blocks, are heard when no one else is around.  Footsteps and the sounds of cell doors opening and closing also echo throughout the corridors.   People have reported feeling “cold spots” in certain areas and the feeling that they are not alone, even when they are.

Our Investigation:

Be sure to check out the Photo Gallery below for some amazing photos.