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Have you ever wondered about the most haunted locations in Colorado? If so, you’ve likely come across the Stanley Hotel, considered to be the most haunted accommodation in the state. This Colonial Revival-style hotel is iconic, both for its history and its beautiful setting in the Rocky Mountains. Yet the main reason this place is on the map is because of its reported hauntings.

There's no denying the beauty of the Stanley Hotel. Residing among the mountains in Estes Park, this stately property has welcomed guests for over one hundred years.
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Famously, the author Stephen King stayed at the Stanley Hotel in the fall of 1974.
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After falling asleep, the author had a nightmare that his son was running down the long hotel hallway. He woke up in a cold sweat and proceeded to imagine the base storyline behind his most famous work, "The Shining."
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Today, visitors from around the world check into the Stanley to stay in the famous Room 217.
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However, the hotel was known for its paranormal activity long before Stephen King's famous stay. The ghost of the hotel's founder, F.O. Stanley, has been known to appear wandering the hallways.
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Other paranormal experiences include visions of Mr. Stanley's wife, Flora, playing the piano, or shadowy figures looming in corners.
Many guests have reported being woken up by the sound of a terrified scream. Is that just the sound of nearby elk bugling or could something more sinister be at play?
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Whether or not you believe the Stanley Hotel to be haunted, there's no denying the fascinating history behind this Colorado landmark.
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Have you ever spent the night at the iconic Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado? Did you experience anything spooky? If so, be sure to share your stories with us in the comments below! For related content, be sure to check out this road trip to Colorado’s most famous ghost towns.

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