Colorado is well known for its scenic outdoor beauty, yet there’s an unsettling side too – from hotels featured in “The Shining” and homes said to harbor poet ghosts to haunted places that will give you goosebumps – Colorado boasts numerous haunted locations that will leave an impactful memory in their wake.
Chaffee County’s best-preserved ghost town draws visitors not only for historical tours, but its mysterious residents also draw them in with claims of paranormal experiences.
Riverdale Road
Riverdale Road, an 11-mile stretch that connects Thornton and Brighton, has long been associated with paranormal activity. Legends abound of ghostly encounters at every turn: from The Gates of Hell and Jogger tapping on cars, to a Camaro with one headlight being present… no wonder this road has long been known for being haunted. It’s no secret why Riverdale Road is considered to be one of the most haunted in America!
Over the years, this road’s many blind corners have led to several fatal car accidents. But it isn’t only haunted; even its surrounding area is full of paranormal activity.
These haunted stops will send your pulse racing and your spine tingling with fear. Click below for Colorado’s scariest road!
The Stanley Hotel
The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park is well-known as one of America’s most haunted hotels, serving as an inspiration for the film The Shining and housing countless paranormal occurrences. Numerous ghost tours are offered here.
One of the most popular ghost tours at The Hotel Stanley is Room 401, said to be haunted by Flora Stanley – guests have reported hearing children laughing while staying there and hearing footsteps on stairs referred to as a vortex which spirits use as rapid travel throughout the hotel.
The Stanley Hotel is an exquisite place to visit, offering much to its visitors year round. Tours can be taken throughout the hotel as well as its collection of fine wines, cocktails and single malt scotches that guests can indulge in while dining on delicious meals at its restaurant.
The Molly Brown House
Colorado is an exquisite state, boasting mountains and rolling plains for miles around. But it also has some ghostly landmarks you may wish to explore.
This historic Victorian home is a popular attraction to visit. Once known as Molly Brown’s residence, Margaret Tobin Brown was known for being a socialite and philanthropist who dedicated much of her time and efforts towards helping those in need, including survivors from the Titanic sinking.
This house was constructed in 1889 and has held various uses over its history – such as being used as a home for troubled girls, an apartment complex for men, and now as a museum. Staff at the museum have reported strange occurrences like light bulbs turning off by themselves or furniture being moved without human input; light bulbs becoming unstrung unexpectedly or furniture being rearrange without explanation; staff have reported sightings and hearing of Molly and her husband JJ who can often be felt and even heard laughing within its walls; making this house an essential visit for anyone interested in history and paranormal phenomena alike!
Highlands Ranch Mansion
Colorado may conjure images of snow-capped peaks and rolling plains. But beyond its picturesque setting lie haunted sites that will leave more than just goosebumps behind.
Built in 1891 and frequently rented out as a wedding venue, Highlands Ranch Mansion is said to be haunted by former owner F. Kistler’s daughter Julia – people have reported hearing her sobs, seeing silhouetted figures when the house is vacant, lights flickering on and off, as well as lights dimming and dimming again during empty periods of time.
The Melting Pot may not be high on most Colorado haunted places lists, but this popular chocolate fondue restaurant in Littleton may surprise you! Once used as both a library and jail cell, its building now housing The Melting Pot may still resonate with screams from those incarcerated there – especially after dark!
