Given that our state is home to an abundance of paranormal landmarks, we couldn’t help but curate this haunted road trip in Colorado. The six locations along the way are largely considered to be the state’s most haunted spots. Plus, we’ll offer a bit of context as to what makes each so creepy. So grab your scare-loving friends, hop in the car, and drive with caution as we visit a few of the most haunted places in Colorado. (Link to the original map can be found here.)
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- Stanley Hotel (Estes Park)
Wikimedia Commons You KNOW we couldn’t begin our haunted road trip in Colorado without mentioning the historic Stanley Hotel, which gained notoriety in the 1970s after the release of Stephen King’s “The Shining” (which was inspired by his stay at the Estes Park inn).
- Fitzsimons Army Hospital (Aurora)
Wikimedia Commons The hospital itself may have closed in 1999, but that hasn’t slowed the reports of angry spirits, sightings of the deceased military, or unexplainable noises…
- Cheesman Park (Denver)
Wikimedia Commons A word of caution that likely seems obvious: Do NOT build a park or anything else over an old cemetery. Want to know why? Just visit Cheesman after dark and let us know what you see/hear/feel.
- Black Hawk
Wikimedia Commons Ready to get out and stretch your legs? Then you have come to the right place, as Black Hawk is home to numerous gambling venues, shops, and restaurants! (Just watch your step; apparitions have been spotted at various casinos, hotels, and cemeteries.)
- Hotel Colorado (Glenwood Springs)
Wikimedia Commons Welcome to the Hotel Colorado: Home to historic lodging, gourmet meals, and an unidentified female spirit who likes to stand over male guests as they sleep.
- Meeker Hotel and Cafe (Meeker)
Meeker Hotel and Cafe Facebook Hungry for good food and even more of the paranormal? Then you have come to the right place! Let’s begin with the Sauteed Mushroom Caps with a side of Charlie Dunbar (the original owner who was killed during a gunfight that still likes to hang around the hotel and chivalrously lead women down the long staircase) before moving onto the French Dip and Painted Lady (who wakes guests in the middle of the night with her strong perfume).
What did you think of our haunted road trip in Colorado? How many of these spooky places have you experienced? Be sure to share your thoughts with us in the comments below! Looking for even more places to visit? You’ll Never Forget Your Visit To These 9 Haunted Restaurants In Colorado!
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Wikimedia Commons
You KNOW we couldn’t begin our haunted road trip in Colorado without mentioning the historic Stanley Hotel, which gained notoriety in the 1970s after the release of Stephen King’s “The Shining” (which was inspired by his stay at the Estes Park inn).
The hospital itself may have closed in 1999, but that hasn’t slowed the reports of angry spirits, sightings of the deceased military, or unexplainable noises…
A word of caution that likely seems obvious: Do NOT build a park or anything else over an old cemetery. Want to know why? Just visit Cheesman after dark and let us know what you see/hear/feel.
Ready to get out and stretch your legs? Then you have come to the right place, as Black Hawk is home to numerous gambling venues, shops, and restaurants! (Just watch your step; apparitions have been spotted at various casinos, hotels, and cemeteries.)
Welcome to the Hotel Colorado: Home to historic lodging, gourmet meals, and an unidentified female spirit who likes to stand over male guests as they sleep.
Meeker Hotel and Cafe Facebook
Hungry for good food and even more of the paranormal? Then you have come to the right place! Let’s begin with the Sauteed Mushroom Caps with a side of Charlie Dunbar (the original owner who was killed during a gunfight that still likes to hang around the hotel and chivalrously lead women down the long staircase) before moving onto the French Dip and Painted Lady (who wakes guests in the middle of the night with her strong perfume).
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Address: The Stanley Hotel, Estes Park, CO 80517, USAAddress: 13001 E 17th Pl, Aurora, CO 80045, USAAddress: Cheesman Park, Denver, CO, USAAddress: Black Hawk, CO, USAAddress: Hotel Colorado, 526 Pine St, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601, USAAddress: 560 Main St, Meeker, CO 81641, USA
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Haunted Road Trip In Colorado September 08, 2020 Beth C. What are the most haunted places in Colorado? Colorado is famous for its breathtaking outdoor scenery, yet the state is also renowned for its intense paranormal activity. That’s especially true if you happen to visit some of the most haunted places in the state. Some of the scariest places include the Stanley Hotel, Central City Masonic Cemetery, the Museum of Colorado Prisons, Cripple Creek, Molly Brown House Museum, the Ghost Town of St. Elmo, Hotel Jerome, and the Streets of Georgetown. These places have been frequented by unsuspecting visitors and paranormal investigators alike, all of whom have reported unexplainable phenomena. What are the scariest haunted houses in Colorado? Come Halloween, Colorado becomes an intensely spooky place to visit. That’s mostly because of the abundance of haunted houses, some of which are so terrifying that you need to sign a waiver before entering. Some of the scariest haunted houses in Colorado include the Frightmare Compound, City of the Dead Asylum, the 13th Floor, Reaper’s Hollow, Haunted Field of Screams, Fright Fest at Elitch Gardens, Aftermath Haunted House, HellScream Haunted House, and Haunted Mines. These insanely scary houses are bound to put you in the spirit for Halloween. Just be warned: they’re not for the faint of heart! What are the best road trips to take in Colorado? Colorado is a vast state filled with an incredibly diverse landscape. That’s why one of the best ways to explore is by embarking on a good ol’ fashioned road trip. If you’re looking to experience the beautiful colors of fall, check out our fall foliage road trip through Colorado. Or, perhaps you enjoy the state’s haunted attractions are curious to drive through Colorado’s most abandoned towns. For those looking to experience Colorado’s food scene, look no further than this custom taco trail. And if you can’t get enough of our state’s gorgeous scenery, you’ll have to experience the ultimate waterfall road trip through Colorado.
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Haunted Road Trip In Colorado
September 08, 2020
Beth C.
What are the most haunted places in Colorado? Colorado is famous for its breathtaking outdoor scenery, yet the state is also renowned for its intense paranormal activity. That’s especially true if you happen to visit some of the most haunted places in the state. Some of the scariest places include the Stanley Hotel, Central City Masonic Cemetery, the Museum of Colorado Prisons, Cripple Creek, Molly Brown House Museum, the Ghost Town of St. Elmo, Hotel Jerome, and the Streets of Georgetown. These places have been frequented by unsuspecting visitors and paranormal investigators alike, all of whom have reported unexplainable phenomena. What are the scariest haunted houses in Colorado? Come Halloween, Colorado becomes an intensely spooky place to visit. That’s mostly because of the abundance of haunted houses, some of which are so terrifying that you need to sign a waiver before entering. Some of the scariest haunted houses in Colorado include the Frightmare Compound, City of the Dead Asylum, the 13th Floor, Reaper’s Hollow, Haunted Field of Screams, Fright Fest at Elitch Gardens, Aftermath Haunted House, HellScream Haunted House, and Haunted Mines. These insanely scary houses are bound to put you in the spirit for Halloween. Just be warned: they’re not for the faint of heart! What are the best road trips to take in Colorado? Colorado is a vast state filled with an incredibly diverse landscape. That’s why one of the best ways to explore is by embarking on a good ol’ fashioned road trip. If you’re looking to experience the beautiful colors of fall, check out our fall foliage road trip through Colorado. Or, perhaps you enjoy the state’s haunted attractions are curious to drive through Colorado’s most abandoned towns. For those looking to experience Colorado’s food scene, look no further than this custom taco trail. And if you can’t get enough of our state’s gorgeous scenery, you’ll have to experience the ultimate waterfall road trip through Colorado.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Colorado is famous for its breathtaking outdoor scenery, yet the state is also renowned for its intense paranormal activity. That’s especially true if you happen to visit some of the most haunted places in the state. Some of the scariest places include the Stanley Hotel, Central City Masonic Cemetery, the Museum of Colorado Prisons, Cripple Creek, Molly Brown House Museum, the Ghost Town of St. Elmo, Hotel Jerome, and the Streets of Georgetown. These places have been frequented by unsuspecting visitors and paranormal investigators alike, all of whom have reported unexplainable phenomena.
What are the scariest haunted houses in Colorado?
Come Halloween, Colorado becomes an intensely spooky place to visit. That’s mostly because of the abundance of haunted houses, some of which are so terrifying that you need to sign a waiver before entering. Some of the scariest haunted houses in Colorado include the Frightmare Compound, City of the Dead Asylum, the 13th Floor, Reaper’s Hollow, Haunted Field of Screams, Fright Fest at Elitch Gardens, Aftermath Haunted House, HellScream Haunted House, and Haunted Mines. These insanely scary houses are bound to put you in the spirit for Halloween. Just be warned: they’re not for the faint of heart!
What are the best road trips to take in Colorado?
Colorado is a vast state filled with an incredibly diverse landscape. That’s why one of the best ways to explore is by embarking on a good ol’ fashioned road trip. If you’re looking to experience the beautiful colors of fall, check out our fall foliage road trip through Colorado. Or, perhaps you enjoy the state’s haunted attractions are curious to drive through Colorado’s most abandoned towns. For those looking to experience Colorado’s food scene, look no further than this custom taco trail. And if you can’t get enough of our state’s gorgeous scenery, you’ll have to experience the ultimate waterfall road trip through Colorado.
