Top 10 U.S. States with Most Bigfoot Sightings: Stories and Locations
Posted Friday, January 19, 2024
By Squatchable.com staff
Bigfoot enthusiasts, have you ever wondered where the most active sighting locations for our favorite elusive creatures are? Look no further than this video from Theory Hubz, which highlights the top 10 Bigfoot hotspots in the United States.
Coming in at number 10 is Washington, with a whopping 642 sightings reported to date. This state is known for its lush forests and abundance of wilderness areas, making it the perfect habitat for Bigfoot. The town of Carson, California takes the number 9 spot, with sightings reported as far back as the 1850s. This area is known for its natural hot springs, which may be a draw for Bigfoot looking for a relaxing soak.
California takes the number 8 spot with 437 confirmed sightings in the past 10 years. The South Lake Tahoe area has had numerous reports of strange, tall, and scruffy creatures making noise at night. Willow Creek, California, located in Humboldt County, is known for its green forests and has had a few sightings, with the Willow Creek China Flat Museum even featuring an exhibit on Bigfoot.
Florida comes in at number 7 with 373 reported sightings. The area around New Smyrna Beach has had reports of large animals by the water, which locals refer to as the "skunk ape" due to its distinctive odor. Illinois takes the number 6 spot with 289 reported sightings, with many sightings and footprints found in the city of Edwardsville.
Ohio takes the number 5 spot with 275 reported sightings, with many sightings occurring in Beaver Creek State Park. In June 2017, a group of friends reported seeing a tall 8-10 foot creature near Tip City. Oregon takes the number 4 spot with 230 reported sightings, with many sightings occurring in the Columbia River Gorge and Oregon Caves National Monument.
Texas comes in at number 3 with 230 reported sightings, with many sightings occurring in Dangerfield State Park. In October 2016, reports from Bigfoot researcher Gabriel Guerrero appeared in the Corpus Christi newspaper. Michigan takes the number 2 spot with 213 reported sightings, with many sightings occurring in the Platte River State Fish Hatchery and the Upper Peninsula.
Finally, Georgia takes the number 1 spot with 201 reported sightings. The town of Cherry Log in Gilmer County, Georgia is home to Expedition Bigfoot, a museum devoted solely to the Enigma that is the Sasquatch.
These are just a few of the top Bigfoot hotspots in the United States, as reported by Theory Hubz. If you're a Bigfoot enthusiast, be sure to check out this video and start planning your next adventure. Who knows, you may just have your own encounter with one of these elusive creatures.