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Capistrano Ghost Walk with Haunted Orange County - Los Angeles

Capistrano Ghost Walk with Haunted Orange County

San Juan Capistranoeasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

1.5 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most adults with basic walking fitness.

Overview

Walk the historic streets of San Juan Capistrano after dark with Haunted Orange County’s Capistrano Ghost Walk. Hear chilling stories of spirits, bandits, and a haunting earthquake on this 1.5-hour journey through one of California’s oldest towns.

Orange, California

San Juan Capistrano

Recommended for ages 21 and up • Great for groups • 1.5 hours

Ghost Tour
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About This Adventure

Embark on the Capistrano Ghost Walk, a thrilling 1.5-hour journey through California’s historic streets. Discover chilling tales of headless spirits, bandits, and a haunting earthquake at the Mission. Experience the eerie ambiance of the Los Rios district and its restless past, making this tour an unforgettable exploration of the supernatural.

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Duration

Approximately 1.5 hours

About

Ghost Tour Join us on the Capistrano Ghost Walk, our newest venture into the dark and the macabre through the historic streets of one of California’s oldest cities. Under the canopy of century old pepper trees hear the stories of the spirits that inhabit the old Los Rios district and make our way through the dimly lit Camino Capistrano to the outskirts of the Mission itself. Tales of headless spirits, bandits and even a pirate attack will be shared and elegant restaurants with a dark past and restless spirits await you. We end the tour outside the Mission near the church, where in 1812 a great earthquake struck, and forty-two parishioners were crushed under the falling stones, and at least one soul there is not at rest. A dark, history filled tour that will be remembered forever in one of Southern California’s oldest and most haunted locations.

Important

Tours begin promptly at the advertised start time and run approximately 90 minutes.

Please allow extra time for unforeseen heavy traffic or parking delays. We are not responsible for late arrivals or guest who show up at the wrong tour departure location.

Under no circumstances are tickets refundable or transferable to other dates.

Restrooms are not readily available once the tour begins.

We do not permit smoking or vaping on our tours. Guests who arrive under the influence or become disruptive will not be allowed to tour.

Adventure Tips

Arrive Early

Plan extra time for parking and check-in to ensure you don’t miss the tour start time.

Wear Comfortable Shoes

The tour covers historic paved streets—opt for sturdy, supportive footwear.

Limit Distractions

Keep noise and phone use to a minimum to fully enjoy the immersive storytelling experience.

Bring a Light Jacket

Evenings in Southern California can get cool, especially walking near the Mission ruins after dark.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Nighttime bats
  • Occasional urban owls

History

San Juan Capistrano is home to California’s Mission San Juan Capistrano, originally founded in 1776 and famously damaged by an 1812 earthquake that continues to inspire ghost tales.

Conservation

Preservation efforts in San Juan Capistrano focus on maintaining historic buildings and limiting impacts of tourism to protect the city’s heritage.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable Walking Shoes

Essential

Supportive footwear ensures ease and safety on uneven historic sidewalks.

Light Jacket

Essential

Keeps you warm during cooler evening temperatures.

fall specific

Flashlight or Phone Light

Helpful for navigating dimly lit sections without disturbing the tour ambiance.

Water Bottle

Essential

Staying hydrated during warm nighttime walks improves comfort.

summer specific