The Ridges — haunted_place in Athens, OH
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The Ridges

Haunted Place · Hospital/Asylum · Athens, OH

4.7Google· 29 Reviews

4.7Google· 29 reviewsRead reviews

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Open year round · Hours vary

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Location

118 Ridges Circle, Athens, OH 45701

Added by HCMapsLast updated September 10, 2026
The Ridges atmosphere

The story

About The Ridges

The former Lunatic Asylum is a sprawling historic complex now owned by Ohio University. Its institutional history and abandoned spaces have generated extensive local ghost lore and paranormal stories.

What you'll find

Reported Activity

  • Apparitions
  • Shadows
  • Voices/EVP
  • Footsteps/Sounds
  • Folklore

What visitors are saying

★ 4.7 on Google · 29 reviews · A selection of reviews provided by Google

Calli FHC

a month ago

Absolutely beautiful setting and set of buildings - interesting history of mental health in the U.S. and the potential for repurpose. One could say "we don't build the way we used to" and also how can we infinitely move on from places and buildings until we have simply littered all space? Hope OU can make use of all of this lovely spot, interesting (and somewhat disturbing) history and all...beautiful "Athens Block" work... Note Kennedy Art Museum and academic buildings occupy some of the old property, repurposed.

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Lys Marie

2 years ago

It wasn't the most impressive museum at all, but it was cool to visit. I was more into the history of the visit and that alone made the trip worth it! I'm glad they did away with the labotomies and changed it to arts! Great place for kids aswell. Friendly staff inside the building and beautifully set up inside!

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Jacob Tender

5 years ago

Picturesque set of historic buildings. Stay out of the buildings and restricted areas. Mind the birds, cats, and other critters!

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Gigi Proehl

4 years ago

Super cool place to walk around. Felt very odd and creepy. Lots of feels.

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Nicole Batista

2 years ago

My fiancé and I viewed the small art exhibit they have in the main building of The Ridges, and it was super cool to be inside of the building.

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