Welcome To Terrifying Telluride Ghost Tours
The greed that sparked a gold rush frenzy in Old Telluride brought fortune for some. Others were left with dashed hopes and shattered dreams, leaving a trail of sorrow, sadness, and echo of lost fortunes and sad spirits waiting in the shadows to tell their tales.
Fortune, Felony, and Butch Cassidy
Long before Telluride became the glamorous ski town we all love today, it was a simple serene valley. But as whispers of gold spread through the region, Telluride gave way to chaos and conflict, setting the stage for some of the most thrilling Wild West tales revealed on this Telluride ghost tour.
Come along with Telluride Ghosts to hear the story of Butch Cassidy, a notorious outlaw with a penchant for mischief and mayhem right from an early age. Prepare to learn more about the infamous San Miguel County Bank Robbery, where Cassidy and his gang pulled off a daring heist that left the town rattled with tales of betrayal and treachery.
The old San Miguel County Bank may be long gone, but the haunting traces of its fiery end still cling to this site, now embodied in the Mahr Building. Was the building burned down in a desperate move by Cassidy to cover his tracks, or perhaps a local effort to erase the shame of crime? Whatever the truth, the charred ruins of the former building may have unknowingly awakened the spirit of a young miner who met a tragic fate after a violent dispute over a gold claim.
What Will I See?
Visit Telluride’s Most Haunted Locations, Including:
- New Sheridan Historic Bar – Hear the tales of rowdy miners, playful spirits, and possessed photographs that will leave you questioning what’s real and what’s not as you stroll past this historic spot.
- The Mahr Building – Unravel the wild tales of Butch Cassidy’s first bank robbery and hear the story of a young miner forever stuck in his quest for justice from the afterlife.
- Telluride Historical Museum – The echoes of anguished miners and a snowstorm of tragedy and chaos have scarred the legacy of the Telluride Historical Museum forever.
Ghostly Nights at The Museum
The hallowed halls of the Telluride Historical Museum hold more than exhibits. Venture with Telluride Ghosts tonight to dig into the grim realities and ghostly legacies of those who suffered cruel fates in this rugged mountain town.
The museum may not have seemed ominous initially. But the devastating snowstorm that brought chaos to the area around the old museum when it was still a medical center meant trouble was brewing.
Uncover the terrifying stories behind one of the deadliest disasters in the history of this small resort town. Relive the chaotic scenes of the infamous Liberty Bell Mine collapse and hear the ghostly echoes of injured miners desperate for care and comfort amidst their injuries.
Why is Telluride so Haunted?
Legendary Lawmen
The historic district of Telluride is a wild mosaic of colorful characters—some noble, some a bit shady. Join Telluride Ghosts to explore the story of one such larger-than-life lawman. Hero by day, outlaw by night, Jim’s dual life thrived in chaos, but his thirst for power and quick riches led him to the darkest corners of the Wild West, where his legacy took an ominous turn.
Hear the chilling tales and encounters tied to Clark’s troubled spirit. No one can really say which of his many characters his restless spirit embodies—a heroic lawman or something far more sinister—but in either persona, he’s not at peace. Discover the ghostly remnants of the American Wild West on a Telluride ghost tour and uncover what this infamous figure might be up to after dark.
Telluride’s Most Haunted
Telluride’s eerie vibe has spread beyond its borders, creeping into nearby areas where ghostly encounters await. Just a few miles down the road, the haunted energy is alive and well at the St. Elmo Hotel in Ouray, where diners have reported an unsettling chill in the dining room, with many believing it’s the spirits of past guests still enjoying their meals.
The Beaumont Hotel keeps the haunted excitement going with the horrific tale of a woman murdered by her husband. On the anniversary of her tragic death, the scene is said to replay itself in the dining room—only this time, the poor woman’s ghost is the star of the show.
Even the Historic Western Hotel in Ouray holds more than just old-world charm. Its dining room is known for strange happenings that leave visitors wondering if they’re truly alone or just sharing a table with the past’s finest phantoms.
* This is a walking tour and we do not enter privately-owned buildings or private property *
