The legendary "Hanging Tree" in Patchogue, New York, is said to be haunted by the spirits of those who were hanged there during colonial times. Located on Grove Street along the Swan River, the tree is a site of paranormal activity and local lore. The legends claim the tree was used to hang accused witches and other supposed criminals during the colonial period. Since then, the site has been associated with mysterious suicides and murders by hanging. The legend of the tree has been adapted into modern media, including a 2011 short thriller film titled Hanging Tree, highlighting its reputation as a paranormal hot spot. While the specifics of the hangings and witchcraft claims are part of local folklore, the tree's reputation as a haunted site has been passed down for generations.