The Original White Rock Lake Ghost Hunt
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You will be given hands-on advice on how to use the equipment, free time to investigate on your own, as well as structured vigils run by our team of experienced ghost hunters.
White Rock Lake is home to the infamous Lady of the Lake, a local legend that has gone on for generations!
Many people have claimed to see her and many have given her the fateful ride. White Rock Lake has also been the site of numerous murders and dozens of body dumps over the years.
PLEASE NOTE: This event is all outdoors and will involve some walking, so please dress weather appropriate with comfy shoes.
What's Included?
Your ghost hunt at White Rock Lake includes the following:
- Investigation with the team at White Rock Lake,
- Ghost Hunting Vigils,
- Structured Vigils,
- Use of our state of the art paranormal equipment,
- Private time to explore the locations and to undertake your very own private vigils,
- Unlimited refreshments are available throughout the night including Coca Cola, Diet Coke, and Bottled Water.
- Selection of snacks.
Guests are strongly advised to bring extra warm clothing with them for the colder nights.
Event Details
Guests are strongly advised to bring extra warm clothing with them for colder nights.
Event Location: White Rock Lake, Dallas (Exact meet up details will be emailed to all guests before the event.)
Time: 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Meet up at the designated meet up location at the earliest 6:30 PM. There is ample parking available in the parking lot here. (Exact location will be sent to you the week of the event)
What to Bring?
Please bring with you a form of photo ID, and a printed off booking confirmation email (or show this on your phone).
We will be providing you with paranormal equipment to use, however, we will need something of value per group to hold onto as collateral (phone, car keys, watch, etc.)
We will be providing snacks and drinks at intervals throughout the night.
And of course, bring your phone/camera with you, the more pictures we have the better chance we have of capturing something!
Other than that, just yourself and an open mind!
The Story
On a quiet and lonely night, a driver passes by White Rock Lake and sees a beautiful young woman. Though her exact appearance and what she wears varies from telling to telling, it is almost always a dress, and she is almost always soaking wet as if she’d just recently fallen into the lake. She asks for help from the driver, and taking pity on her, the driver agrees to drive her home.
Though the drive is long and the girl looks troubled, the driver is happy to help and talk to this personable young lady. Sometimes she’s talkative, referring back to the boating accident that caused her to be this way; other times she spends most of the ride silently weeping.
As the evening goes on and they get closer to the girl’s home, the driver becomes distinctly uneasy in her presence. There is something about her that just doesn’t feel quite right, a primal instinct that just screams that something about her is wrong…
The driver is all too happy to be rid of the girl by the time they reach their destination, but by the time they’ve arrived, the girl is gone, a puddle of water on the seat the only sign that she’d ever been there.
Puzzled, the driver approaches the house to find its middle-aged homeowner, discovering that the vanished girl they just described as living here was their child, and that she’d been dead for quite some time.
Drowned, in fact, in White Rock Lake.
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The Legend of the Lake
Though the lake has had its share of deaths over the years, two, in particular, have been considered prime suspects for the identity of the Lady of White Rock Lake.
In 1935, Louise Ford Davis left a suicide note for her sister and flung herself into the waters of White Rock Lake. Though police arrived on the scene no more than five minutes after she’d gone in, she was dead on the scene.
In November of 1942, Rose Stone of Mansfield, Texas also went into the lake with a suicide note pinned to her sweater.
Though neither fully matches the descriptions that have been given of the Lady of White Rock Lake over the years, reports of her appearance and what she’s often described as wearing line up with these time periods rather well.
There are reports of sightings of the Lady of White Rock Lake going back as far as the 1930s, mostly from local high school students, but the likely earliest published account of what happened was from 1943.
Local writer Anne Clark wrote a tale in the Texas Folklore Society’s Backwoods to Border publication of a young couple just about to leave the park seeing her appear in their headlights before they attempted to take her home in Oak Cliff and she disappeared on them.
Similar stories would appear in the decades that followed, with some details changing with the times while others would remain undeniably close to the classic tale of the Lady of White Rock Lake.
While some of these stories are questioned, others have been told as personal experiences by people regarded as reliable and trustworthy.
Nowadays she is a local legend, a specter of the city’s past who refuses to leave. There are periodic ghost hunts and events that tourists can take part in, but if you want the true experience of the Lady of White Rock Lake, why not simply take a drive by it at night.
Enjoy the dark, beautiful Texas nights, the beautiful serenity of the lake. At the very least you’ll have a nice drive by a beautiful Texas landmark, but there’s always that chance… perhaps you’ll see a ghostly, beautiful woman dressed in white walking by the lake, dripping wet and looking lost.
Perhaps she’ll ask you for a ride, perhaps… perhaps your story is only beginning.
(If you do intend to drive by White Rock Lake at night, it couldn’t hurt to have a towel handy, just in case she hitches a ride and leaves a puddle behind in your car.)
FAQ
What Should I Expect on a Ghost Hunt?
Become a paranormal investigator for the night like the TV stars of Most haunted, ghost adventures or TAPS Ghost hunters.
Use some of the specialized equipment and be guided by experienced paranormal investigators who will share their knowledge, techniques and experiences of hunting for ghosts or spirits.
Feel free to bring along any of your own equipment including but not limited to EVP recorders, flashlights, cameras or video cameras.
Bring extra clothing as in some parts old buildings may get cold but please refrain from wearing clothing that can cause distracting sounds. Many old buildings have a story to tell and we will supply them to you along with of course the ghost stories.
There will be breaks and light refreshments are provided.
We are not out to try and convince the world of the existence of an afterlife. That’s for you to decide.
We can be Sceptical and logical yet open to other beliefs and prayers of protection will be carried out.
We do not perform tricks and will not be running around with sheets on our heads!
You will be with like-minded people looking for the answer “is there really an afterlife”?
However much we try unfortunately we can’t guarantee that members of the spirit world will make their presence known but we can at least guarantee that you will experience a fun and interesting night.
Do I receive an actual ticket?
The event is ticketless. Your proof of booking is your booking confirmation email. You will also receive an email with important information prior to your event, usually the week of.
Is there any age limit of who can attend these events?
The age limit is 18 years and over.
Will there be a Medium at the event?
All events listed on Haunted Rooms are hosted by experienced Hosts and Professional Psychic/Clairvoyant Mediums. However sometimes a Medium(s) may not always be present – but as usual, you will be in very safe hands with our experienced Hosts who have a wealth of knowledge and are fully trained in all aspects of professional public ghost hunting events and experience nights.
Can I sleep at an event?
Unless it is otherwise stated, events don’t include sleepover.
Will I see a Ghost?
Unfortunately, activity will not just happen on command, however using the various experiments and experienced hosts on the events, everything will be done to offer the best chance of spiritual activity.
Reviews
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Really enjoyed my experience, however, we paid for the VIP package which included merchandise in the price. We never received anything and I was told in August there were issues with the printer, which is totally understandable, but have never received a follow up despite paying for it to be included. I would appreciate a refund for that portion of our ticket but I don’t expect it at this point. A little sketchy.
Just finished our VIP overnight at Hotel Metropolitan in Paducah! Ms. Venita and Julie were the absolute best! They both made sure we knew what we were doing with equipment, and gave us a fantastic guided tour and explained the history so well. Venita especially made an impression on my group. She is super friendly and definitely knows what she's doing. Can't wait to see her again! I wouldn't want anyone else!
My dad, my sister-in-law, and I stayed at The Metropolitan for a paranormal investigation, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. The atmosphere was warm, inviting, and full of history — but what made our stay exceptional was the incredible staff, Julie and Venita. These two amazing women went above and beyond the entire time we were there. They walked us through all the investigation equipment, helped guide us throughout the night, and made us feel completely comfortable and right at home. Their hospitality was top-notch — from the snacks and drinks they provided to the delicious hot chocolate they made for us during our late-night exploring. Their kindness, patience, and passion for what they do turned our stay into something truly special. If you’re looking for a place filled with charm, comfort, and staff who genuinely care, The Metropolitan Hotel is the perfect choice. Our overnight stay exceeded every expectation. Highly recommend! I wouldn't want anyone else to tour with!! 👻✨🍫
My son and I went to belles grove plantation and it was the best time! We enjoyed everything! Miss V was great! We got a few pictures of something in the windows and I actually started crying which I NEVER would let my son see me cry! It was kinda spooky but awesome at the same time! The team is great and I highly recommend going on one of their tours! Thank u all for a great experience
