Experience the Haunted Charters Towers Cemetery Ghost Tour After Dark
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels as walking is at a relaxed pace.
Overview
Step into the shadows of Charters Towers Cemetery on an immersive ghost tour after dark, where chilling tales of bushrangers and spectral hotel hauntings bring local history alive. Dare to explore this unique night experience in Queensland’s gold rush town.
Charters Towers Cemetery (Lynd Highway) Ghost Tour
From $35 exclude booking fee • Ages 10+ • 2 Hours • Visit Charters Towers Cemetery After Dark
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About This Adventure
Embark on a thrilling night tour of Charters Towers Cemetery, where chilling ghost stories await. Discover the eerie fog, the haunting "Ghost of the Park Hotel," and tales of Australia’s last bushranger. With a small group and an experienced guide, this immersive experience promises unforgettable spine-tingling moments.
Visit historic Charters Towers Cemetery (Lynd Highway) at night. Hear ghost stories of a mysterious fog that chases visitors, the terrifying tale of the “stake”, legendary “Ghost of the Park Hotel”, and Australia’s last bushranger...
Season: May - October 2024
Tour Includes
✔ 2 hour historic ghost tour with experienced guide ✔ Restricted tour size
Please note from time to time tour route may vary
Important Information
✔ BRING YOUR OWN TORCH - A torch is required for the tour. Each guest must bring 1 torch per person (Phone apps are suitable)
✔ NO TOILET FACILITIES WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THIS SITE, please use facilities elsewhere before joining us at this site
✔ WEAR FLAT ENCLOSED SHOES - All guests must wear flat enclosed shoes. Other shoes will not be accepted.
✔ BRING A WATER BOTTLE -To keep you hydrated during the tour
✔ TOURS WILL STILL RUN IN THE RAIN - We believe the weather really adds to the atmosphere of a tour. If there is rain, please bring an umbrella and or raincoat, and enjoy the tour. Tours will only be cancelled if conditions become dangerous - we will notify you in these circumstances close to the tour time.
ALCOHOL/ ILLICIT SUBSTANCE USE The consumption of alcohol and use of illegal substances are not permitted BEFORE or DURING a tour, any client believed to be intoxicated, inebriated, or otherwise under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol will not be admitted at time of check-in.
SMOKING Smoking/ vaping is not permitted at any time during our tours. If anyone forgets this, and starts smoking, they will be asked to immediately cease. If they do not, they will be asked to leave the tour.
MOBILE / TABLET DEVICE USE Mobile and tablet devices are only to be used on tour whilst taking photographs or in an emergency. If you use your phone/ tablet for any other purpose during any of our tours, you will be asked to stop. Refusal to do so may result in you being asked to leave the tour.
Paranormal investigation / ghost hunting is strictly not permitted This includes but is not limited to: apps on mobile devices, Ouija boards, pendulums, video and still photography, psychic, medium and clairvoyant channelling of spirits.
Please always: • Respect the role/authority of the tour guides. • Respect other client’s experience. • Respect the historic sites visited.
Accessibility
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Suitability
Tours are not suitable for children under 10 years. Parents and guardians are advised that this tour features strong content in the form of true historic information and tales delivered through storytelling. The stories may include gruesome and macabre material including murders, crimes, violence, deaths, executions, and suicide. The stories can be frightening, scary and distressing especially for young children.
Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied/supervised by an adult.
Adventure Tips
Bring a flashlight
A reliable flashlight will help you navigate the cemetery paths safely after dark.
Wear sturdy shoes
The cemetery terrain can be uneven and rocky; wear durable footwear for stability.
Dress warmly
Even in Queensland, nights can get cool; layers will keep you comfortable during the tour.
Arrive early to park
Limited parking is available near Lynd Highway, so arriving early is recommended.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Listen for the calls of tawny frogmouth owls at night in the cemetery area.
- Spot possums that sometimes emerge in the trees surrounding the cemetery.
History
Charters Towers became a booming gold rush town in the late 19th century, with the cemetery established as a resting place for many miners and pioneer families.
Conservation
The tour operator promotes respectful visitation and preservation of the cemetery's historic graves and environment, encouraging guests to tread lightly and minimize impact.
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Recommended Gear
Flashlight or headlamp
Essential for safely exploring the cemetery paths after dark.
Layered clothing
To stay warm during cooler evening temperatures.
fall specific
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking on uneven ground comfortably.
Camera with low-light capability
For capturing haunting photos of the cemetery at night.