Does the thought of wandering through perpetual darkness in a cold, damp cave send chills down your spine? At Cave of the Winds in Manitou Springs, you can embark on a spooky, historical adventure in a haunted cave in Colorado. You might just discover why this natural wonder is said to be home to “supernatural” wonders as well. Do the Cave of the Winds haunted history tour… if you dare!

Cave of the Winds has been a visitor attraction since 1881 but was closed to the public from 1907-1980. The history of this cave is rich and filled with eerie ghost stories that can make your tour through the cave downright spooky.
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If you aren't the type to sign up for a "heart leaping out of your chest" experience, they do offer less spooky tours. The Discovery Tour is a little more family friendly as you walk around a half mile of mostly lit, easily accessible parts of the cave.
But, if you are feeling a little more brave, you will want to sign up for the Lantern Tour.
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The entrance to this cave seems innocent enough, but prepare to get goosebumps once you step inside.
This tour will allow you to travel deep into the mountain with only a hand-held lantern to light your way.
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Along this rugged tour, you will squeeze through passageways and explore formations as the tour guide fills you in on the folklore and background behind Cave of the Winds. They will also chime in with eerie ghost stories throughout the almost two-hour trek.

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Some have experienced apparitions, strange mists of water, unexplained sounds, and mysterious lights in photographs.
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Management has even invited paranormal teams to investigate the cave in the last decade.
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In 2012, Cave of the Winds was featured on Biography Channel's, "My Ghost Story," which shared the findings of the paranormal investigation by The Spirit Chasers.
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But how will you really know if Cave of the Winds is, in fact, haunted? Well, there’s only one way to find out, and that is to experience the eeriness for yourself. The cave – and its spooky Lantern Tour – is guaranteed to both educate and frighten guests. To find out more, check out Cave of the Winds official website.

Have you ever been a part of the Cave of the Winds haunted history tour? Tell us about your experience in the comments.

If you would like to discover more haunted fun in Colorado, check out this haunted restaurant in Colorado that’s sure to give you chills. And if you’re looking for more exciting things to do in Colorado, it’s time to take a cruise through Airbnb Experiences.

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Cave of the Winds Haunted History

Tori Jane | September 05, 2022

Is there really a haunted cave near Denver?  

Well, that depends on what (or whom) you believe! Many have said that the Cave of the Winds near Denver is haunted, though of course there are plenty of naysayers to this theory as well. There are plenty of eerie Cave of the Winds ghost stories to go around, and you can even do some spooky lantern tours by night if you want! It’s filled with creepy folklore, scary stories, and all sorts of fun urban legends. If you believe in this sort of thing, it’s worth a visit... if you’re brave enough.  

What are some eerie haunted places in Denver?  

Denver is a beautiful city – easily one of our favorite cities in Colorado! It’s filled to the brim with culture, arts, and fun stuff to do... as well as some spookier options. There are a handful of haunted hotels in Denver, as well as some creepy old buildings and more. Some of the most notoriously haunted places in Denver include places like:

  • The Patterson Inn,
  • Colorado State Capital Building
  • The old Hotel Teatro
  • The Molly Brown House Museum
  • Riverside Cemetery!  

 

Where are some creepy haunted places in Colorado? 

Of course, those ghost stories aren’t the only ones; stories of ghosts roaming hallways is a tale as old as time, and Colorado has plenty. Perhaps the most infamously haunted places in Colorado are:

  • The Stanley Hotel, in Estes Park, is so creepy that it’s the place that inspired Stephen King’s The Shining.
  • The beautiful Hotel Colorado, which was built in 1893, is said to be haunted by a wailing woman, as well as electrical oddities like lights that flicker on and off and doors that slam shut on their own.  

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