Horror River Stories: By Auryan Silva

 

Here is a collection of horror stories involving rivers to fear over when going kayaking. These tales from around the world have the potential to keep you from sleeping peacefully, as Keenerville is right in front of the river. Beware, children!

The Weeping Woman (Mexican Myth)

"La Llorona," which means "The Weeping Woman" in Spanish, is a popular Mexican legend about a woman named Maria. In the story, Maria drowned her children in a river out of jealousy. When she realized what she had done, she was overcome with grief and drowned herself. Her spirit is said to wander near bodies of water, crying and looking for her lost children. People claim to have heard her wailing at night, making her a chilling figure in Mexican folklore. She wanders at night screaming, "My children! My children!"

The Legend of the Serpent River (Brazilian Myth)

Deep in the Amazon rainforest lies Rio das Cobras, the Serpent River. According to legend, it was once a tranquil waterway until a shaman's forbidden magic turned it into a winding serpent. This giant anaconda guards the river, luring wanderers with its enchanting song. Indigenous tribes believe it traps souls, crossing into the spirit realm. Travelers are warned to respect its sacredness, for disturbing it risks a journey into darkness, where ancient powers still reign.

The Haunting of Moonlit River (Japanese Myth)

In the depths of ancient Japan's misty valleys, Tsukimi no Kawa, the Moonlit River, weaves through shadowed forests. Legend whispers of Hikari, a maiden whose love with a samurai ended in tragedy. Consumed by sorrow, she drowned herself in the river, cursing it with her anguish.

On moonlit nights, Hikari's spirit emerges—a pale figure draped in white, her eyes gleaming with sorrowful light. Her mournful song echoes through the mist, drawing wanderers to the riverbank. Those who glimpse her face risk madness or being ensnared in her watery grasp.

Villagers dare not speak her name, fearing to invoke her wrath. Lantern-lit rituals seek to appease her restless spirit, but tales persist of travelers vanishing without a trace near the Moonlit River, forever lost in the haunting embrace of Hikari's sorrow.

I hope this compilation of myths made you sweat a little. Don't worry; nothing will come for you because at Keenerville, we are all protected by the fearless warrior, Puppy!