Ep. 77 - Terrifying Things Found In the Woods

Nature can be peaceful… but what if the woods are hiding something sinister? In this episode of The Supernaturals Podcast, we dive into some of the most chilling, urban legends and real-world mysteries that are tied to the deep woods. We start with one of the internet’s most unsettling modern legends: the mystery of the staircases in the woods. Sightings of free-standing staircases deep in remote forests have been reported for years, with hikers claiming they appear where no structure should exist, and sometimes vanish just as quickly. Are they hoaxes, folklore, or something genuinely unexplained? Next, we explore the chilling concept of mimics in the woods—creatures or entities said to imitate voices, sounds, or even loved ones to lure people deeper into the forest. These stories have become a staple of modern creepypasta, Backrooms-style horror, and wilderness survival nightmares, blurring the line between fiction and fear. Finally, we close with a real-life case that still haunts investigators and outdoors enthusiasts alike: the disappearance of Dennis Martin. Vanishing in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 1969, Dennis was never found despite extensive searches. Over the years, theories have ranged from accidental loss in the wilderness to stranger, more disturbing possibilities, making it one of the most talked about missing persons cases in national park history. If you enjoy true camping horror stories, forest mysteries, cryptid encounters, unsolved disappearances, urban legends, scary forest stories, and real-life unexplained cases, this episode is for you. Have you ever had a strange experience in the woods? Let us know in the comments. Subscribe to The Supernaturals Podcast for new episodes every Wednesday covering true crime, paranormal encounters, cryptids, urban legends, and unexplained mysteries from around the world.