Haunted Drives and Spooky Spots in Colorado

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April 13, 2009

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Believe it or not, Denver (and the surrounding metro area) is considered by many to be one of the most haunted cities in America. The admired “Ghost Hunters” have found the Stanley Hotel (in Estes Park) one of the most haunted places they have investigated. In fact, one of the parks on this list was the inspiration for the movie “Poltergeist.”

The Brown Palace Hotel

The Brown Palace is one of the finest and oldest hotels in downtown Denver. There is a significant history including prominent ghost sightings throughout the hotel. Apparently, you may run into the ghost of Louise Crawford-Hill in (or near) room 904. They have free ghosts tours throughout October on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. True story: my friend was staying there for an anniversary night with his wife. Just before bed, while his wife was in the bathroom, he opted to walk to his window. He was looking out, taking in the view when he felt his wife’s hands on his shoulders from behind. Spinning around to give his wife a smooch – no one was there. Events like this happed 2 more times before they left. He never believed in ghosts before that night… Call (303) 297-3111 extension 3104 for questions and to make reservations. Remember: tours are in October only.

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The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park

This is a day trip from Denver, but I assure you its one you won’t forget. If you want to see one of the most popular, yet beautiful haunted locations, head north to Estes Park. The Stanley Hotel is the very one used in the Jack Nicholson version of “The Shining” and it is the very hotel that Steven King stayed at, had the vision for the story AND had some ghostly experiences. I highly recommend making reservations for the $10 tour at least a week in advance (especially during tourist season – which is nearly year-round!) as they only allow a few people at a time. When you’re finished, check out the old town in the Estes area or take an amazing road trip on the “Trail Ridge Road Scenic Drive.” Stanley Hotel tour reservations (970) 577-4110

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Capitol Hill Ghosts Walking Tours

This organization (Denver History Tours) can book everything from bus, walking and personal driving tours of Denver. They also have provided great information about Denver’s macabre past. You have to ask specifically for the Capitol Hill tour (mention the ghostly one) which will include Croke-Patterson-Campbell Mansion, Peabody Mansion, the Sheedy House and the Molly Brown House. It’s about $25 for the tour and I believe they can tailor some of the tour for medium to large groups. This type of tour mixes great sight-seeing for out-of-towners and a fun jaunt for ghost enthusiasts. Many have felt an air of foreboding; others still witnessed something they could not explain.
Ask for Kevin 720.234.7929

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The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa

321 Seventeenth Street, Denver, CO 80202

Designed by one of the city's preeminent architects, Brown Palace Hotel & Spa's unique triangular-shape allows the sunshine to illuminate each of its 241 Victorian styled guestrooms. Experience the peak of high-end luxury from our select location in the heart of the Mile High City. Indulge all five of your senses with our extraordinary accommodations, tranquil Spa, diverse dining selections combined with our world renowned exceptional service ? all set amidst the elegance of downtown Denver's luxury landmark.

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Estes Park, CO

Estes Park is a town in Larimer County, Colorado (USA) on the Big Thompson River. The population was 5,413 at the 2000 census. The town is named after Joel Estes, the founder of Estes Park in 1859. The town is a popular summer resort and headquarters for Rocky Mountain National Park.

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Estes Park is a town in Larimer County, Colorado (USA) on the Big Thompson River. The population was 5,413 at the 2000 census. The town is named after Joel Estes, the founder of Estes Park in 1859. The town is a popular summer resort and headquarters for Rocky Mountain National Park.The town's outskirts include The Stanley Hotel. Once a fine example of Edwardian opulence, the 1906 building had Stephen King as a guest, inspiring him to change the locale for his novel The Shining from an amusement park to the Stanley's fictional stand-in the Overlook Hotel. Estes Park is also recognized as the birthplace of the American credit union movement.Trail Ridge Road, the highest continuous highway in the United States, runs from Estes Park westward through Rocky Mountain National Park, reaching Grand Lake over the continental divide.

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The Stanley Hotel

333 E Wonderview Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517

Famous for its old world charm, The Stanley Hotel boasts spectacular views in every direction and is less than 6 miles away from Rocky Mountain National Park. Multi-million dollar renovations have restored this 138-guestroom hotel to its original grandeur. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and a member of Historic Hotels of America, the Stanley offers over 16,000 square feet of unique meeting and event space equipped with modern day amenities. Only an hour away from Denver, it is the ideal destination for your Colorado getaway. The property also offers banquet facilities, beauty salon/ hairdresser, business centre, conference facilities, gift shop, gym/ fitness facilities, Internet access-wireless, lift/ elevator, lobby, non-smoking rooms, restaurant, room service, spa services, swimming pool-outdoor- seasonal. Pets are allowed with fee. It's a smoke - free hotel.

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Cheeseman Park

Cheeseman Park is located just down the road from the Denver city center and east of the capitol. Once known as Mt. Prospect, locals began to call it “Old Boneyard” and “Boot Hill” as it became a rather infamous graveyard over 100 years ago. Things became nightmarish for the undead as the City of Denver paid a less than reputable mortuary to remove the bodies and re-bury them elsewhere to allow the graveyard to become a public park. Several bodies were separated and stuffed (often) just one part or mixed parts into coffins as the mortuary only got paid (I think $1.90) per coffin filled. Many “parts” were left behind and mixed up in refilled former graves. Poltergeist-like events began to occur with great frequency in and around the park and former graveyard. The frequency of paranormal events became so powerful and noteworthy that it gained national and international recognition. Since then, several extensive clean-ups have occurred. Things then calmed down. Still, many believe that the ground still contains remnants of the former occupants. There are still reports of paranormal events. In fact, you can still see the uneven dips in the ground where some of the deeper graves once were (easy to see by the western side’s trees near the road). It’s a beautiful park – but even your humble writer has felt momentarily frozen on a warm summer twilight while walking his (freaking-the-hell-out) dog in Cheeseman. The past events were so severe, that it inspired the writing of “Poltergeist.”

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