If you could visit any town in Colorado for Halloween, which would you choose? Estes Park (and the Stanley Hotel)? Maybe Denver (with its many haunted houses)? Or how about Colorado Springs (for the same reason)? While all of the above are stellar picks, we happen to think that this unassuming Colorado town is, in fact, the best to visit during the Halloween season:

Welcome to Canon City, which we happen to think is the BEST town in Colorado to visit during Halloween!
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Known for such attractions as the Royal Gorge Bridge and outdoor recreation galore, Canon City is an exciting Colorado destination that becomes even better at Halloween, thanks to its many unique haunts and jaunts.
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While the historic Holy Cross Abbey is usually a quiet and beautiful place, it gets a little eerie come Halloween, thanks to the annual overnight ghost hunts that unleash spooky secrets galore.
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If you thought walking across the 956-foot-high Royal Gorge Bridge was scary, wait until you visit at Halloween during the annual Boo at the Bridge Spectacular!
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The Boo at the Bridge takes place on October 22nd (2022) from 4 to 7:30 p.m. and features tons of trick-or-treating fun for the littles.
Is there anything more terrifying than an old-prison-turned museum that is legitimately haunted? We didn't think so.
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The Museum of Colorado Prisons is housed in a former women's prison and is said to be home to many unexplainable sights, smells, and sounds.
In addition to all of the above, other area businesses and attractions host special once-a-year events, including The Halloween Show at Cañon City Brews and Bikes Co.
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For even more information on Halloween in Canon City, please visit their website.
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For even more Halloween fun, you will want to check out A Stay In The Spooky Lumber Baron Inn In Colorado Is The Perfect Halloween Trip.

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