Starvation Heights in Olalla, WA, is considered haunted. There are reports of ghostly encounters, particularly from the spirits of patients who died there under the care of Dr. Linda Hazzard. The site is known for its dark history and is a popular location for ghost tours.
Overview of Starvation Heights
Starvation Heights, also known as Wilderness Heights, was a sanatorium run by Dr. Linda Hazzard in the early 1900s. It gained notoriety for the extreme fasting treatments that led to the deaths of many patients. Hazzard was not a licensed doctor and was later convicted for her crimes.
Reports of Haunting
Many believe that the spirits of Hazard’s victims haunt the grounds of Starvation Heights.
Reports include sightings of two boys named Jeff and Kyle. Both are said to be among the spirits lingering in the area.
Local Experiences
Residents near the site have shared personal accounts of paranormal activities. Unexplained noises and feelings of being watched. The concrete foundation and incinerator of the former sanatorium remain, adding to the eerie atmosphere.
Starvation Heights has become a part of local folklore. It was featured in ghost tours and events discussing haunted history in Kitsap County. The site continues to attract interest from those curious about its dark past and potential haunting.