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Results: Urban Legends by State Part 3: Arizona

Published on 04/22/2025
By: vercetti2021
2200
Trivia
Heading to the desert lands in part 3 of this series. Not going to lie, y'all in Arizona got some really awesome urban legends.
1.
1.
The Red Ghost. In Arizona folklore, the Red Ghost is a figure alleged to have roamed the Arizonan frontier in the late 19th century. It was said to have been a large, red camel, with a bleached human skeleton upon its back. Legends of it were widespread across Arizona, up until its supposed death before the dawn of the 20th century. Have you heard of this tale?
The Red Ghost. In Arizona folklore, the Red Ghost is a figure alleged to have roamed the Arizonan frontier in the late 19th century. It was said to have been a large, red camel, with a bleached human skeleton upon its back. Legends of it were widespread across Arizona, up until its supposed death before the dawn of the 20th century. Have you heard of this tale?
Yes
6%
122 votes
No
73%
1604 votes
Undecided
5%
107 votes
Not Applicable
17%
367 votes
2.
2.
The Lost Dutchman. The Lost Dutchman Mine is one of Arizona's most enduring legends, centered around a fabled gold mine supposedly hidden in the Superstition Mountains. According to the story, the mine was discovered in the 19th century by a German prospector, Jacob Waltz, known as the Dutchman. Waltz referred to the mine before he died mysteriously, taking the location of the mine with him to the grave. Despite numerous expeditions and countless theories about its whereabouts, the mine has never been found, fueling ongoing fascination and speculation. Do you think this mine existed or was a myth like the story?
The Lost Dutchman. The Lost Dutchman Mine is one of Arizona's most enduring legends, centered around a fabled gold mine supposedly hidden in the Superstition Mountains. According to the story, the mine was discovered in the 19th century by a German prospector, Jacob Waltz, known as the Dutchman. Waltz referred to the mine before he died mysteriously, taking the location of the mine with him to the grave. Despite numerous expeditions and countless theories about its whereabouts, the mine has never been found, fueling ongoing fascination and speculation. Do you think this mine existed or was a myth like the story?
Yes
20%
430 votes
No
21%
458 votes
Undecided
40%
876 votes
Not Applicable
20%
436 votes
3.
3.
La Llorona. Often translated as "the weeping woman," is a ghostly figure deeply embedded in Mexican and Southwestern U.S. folklore. According to the legend, La Llorona is the spirit of a woman who, in a moment of despair, drowned her children in a river and now roams the Earth, wailing in sorrow and searching for them. Her cries are said to be heard near bodies of water, and she is often depicted as a tall, thin figure in a white dress, her face hidden beneath a veil of grief. The story of La Llorona has been passed down through generations, serving as both a cautionary tale and a haunting reminder of tragedy. In Arizona, La Llorona's legend resonates particularly strongly with Hispanic communities, where the tale is told to warn children to stay away from dangerous waters and to respect the power of the unknown. Have you heard of this story?
Yes
15%
319 votes
No
60%
1309 votes
Undecided
8%
170 votes
Not Applicable
18%
402 votes
4.
4.
The Phoenix Lights. Arizona has long been a hotspot for UFO enthusiasts, with countless reports of unexplained lights and objects in the sky. The most famous incident is the Phoenix Lights, which occurred on March 13, 1997. Thousands of people across metro Phoenix reported seeing a massive, V-shaped formation of lights moving silently across the night sky. The Phoenix Lights incident captured national attention and remains one of the most well-documented UFO sightings in history. Have you ever heard of this sighting or maybe seen it back in 97?
The Phoenix Lights. Arizona has long been a hotspot for UFO enthusiasts, with countless reports of unexplained lights and objects in the sky. The most famous incident is the Phoenix Lights, which occurred on March 13, 1997. Thousands of people across metro Phoenix reported seeing a massive, V-shaped formation of lights moving silently across the night sky. The Phoenix Lights incident captured national attention and remains one of the most well-documented UFO sightings in history. Have you ever heard of this sighting or maybe seen it back in 97?
Heard of the story, never seen it
27%
594 votes
Saw it in 1997
5%
116 votes
No
48%
1048 votes
Not Applicable
20%
442 votes
5.
5.
Chupacabra. The chupacabra is often described as a blood-sucking beast that preys on livestock, particularly goats. Originating in Puerto Rico in the 1990s, the legend quickly spread across the Americas, including Arizona, where it has taken on a life of its own. Descriptions of the chupacabra vary, but it's often depicted as a reptilian or doglike creature with sharp spines and glowing eyes. In Arizona, sightings and stories of mysterious livestock deaths have fueled belief in the chupacabra, blending with the state's rich tradition of supernatural legends. Have you heard of this mythical creature?
Chupacabra. The chupacabra is often described as a blood-sucking beast that preys on livestock, particularly goats. Originating in Puerto Rico in the 1990s, the legend quickly spread across the Americas, including Arizona, where it has taken on a life of its own. Descriptions of the chupacabra vary, but it's often depicted as a reptilian or doglike creature with sharp spines and glowing eyes. In Arizona, sightings and stories of mysterious livestock deaths have fueled belief in the chupacabra, blending with the state's rich tradition of supernatural legends. Have you heard of this mythical creature?
Yes
34%
753 votes
No
42%
923 votes
Undecided
6%
134 votes
Not Applicable
18%
390 votes

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