Explore Aspen's DarkSide Ghost Tour - A Haunted Evening
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels as the tour involves gentle walking on flat to slightly uneven streets.
Overview
Experience Aspen’s haunted history like never before on the DarkSide Ghost Tour. Enjoy a thrilling 60-minute evening walk filled with ghost stories, eerie tales, and local legends that bring the town’s dark past to life.
Aspen's DarkSide Ghost Tour
60 min • All ages • Original Ghost, Murder & Mayhem Tour
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About This Adventure
Explore Aspen's haunting history on the DarkSide Ghost Tour, a thrilling 60-minute evening adventure. Discover chilling tales of ghosts, murder, and mayhem from 1879 to today. Experience the eerie atmosphere as you walk the streets where screams echo and blood once flowed, making for an unforgettable family or adult outing.
Aspen's DarkSide Ghost Tour
Duration
60 Minutes
About
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Uncover Aspen’s tarnished past of Ghosts, Murder & Mayhem with true stories of Aspen’s darker history from 1879 to the present. 60 minute evening tour.
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Ghosts abound. Screams fill the air. Blood flows across bar room floors. Amazingly, those images come to life at night right here in Aspen on Aspen’s DarkSide.
"A truly unique tour through the streets of Aspen. This is a great tour for the whole family or just the adults." - The Aspen Times
Adventure Tips
Bring a flashlight
While the tour covers well-lit streets, a flashlight can help navigate darker alleys safely.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour involves walking for an hour on varied surfaces; comfortable footwear is crucial.
Dress warmly
Evenings in Aspen can get chilly, especially outside of summer, so layered clothing is recommended.
Avoid bringing large bags
The tour route is narrow and crowded, making large backpacks or bulky items inconvenient.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mule deer spotted near town edges
- Great horned owls active during evening hours
History
Aspen, originally a mining town, has a dark past filled with violent tales and ghost stories dating back to its founding in the late 19th century.
Conservation
The tour company promotes respectful visitation of historic sites and encourages eco-friendly practices to preserve Aspen’s unique urban heritage.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Supports an hour of walking on cobblestone and pavement surfaces.
Warm layers
Keeps you comfortable against chilly autumn evening temperatures.
fall specific
Flashlight or headlamp
Helpful for extra visibility when walking through less illuminated areas.
Light rain jacket
Protects against occasional spring showers during the evening walk.
spring specific