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Haunted Places in Santa Fe, New Mexico

La Fonda Hotel

Santa fe, new mexico.

Reportedly haunted by several different apparitions. One who is dubbed "The Judge" and prone to swooping through the hallways. In addition there is an oft-reported sighting of a man who walks through the dining room and jumps into a hole and disappears. The sight of the "hole" is ...

Palace of the Governors

Wails and screams have been heard coming out of 1600's government building, but upon investigation, nothing is found. (Submitted by Callum Swift)

Coronado Building

This building was originally the old courthouse, but has since been converted to an office facility. The hanging's carried out here were done from the tree in front of the building. Screams, moans and maniacal laughter have been reported by night workers and passer-by's, as well as terrifying apparition's that ...

Old St. Vincent's Hospital - Drury Inn

Babies crying and the sounds of someone running down the halls are claimed to be the major haunting that occurs at this Drury Inn.

Grant Corner Inn - Andrew Smith Gallery

People claim that objects fall of shelves, that footsteps are often heard when no one is around, and doors that slam on their own. Most of the haunting appears to be confined to the second floor.

La Casa Mas Antigua

Rumoured to date back to the thirteenth century, this humble abode is supposedly haunted by a pair of sisters dating back to when the building served as a private residence, as well as a soldier looking for his missing head. (Submitted by Callum Swift)

La Posada de Santa Fe

This hotel is allegedly haunted by the former mistress of the mansion, Julia Staab, who died after sinking into a deep and enduring depression following the death of one of her children. Full body apparitions, items flying off shelves and other ghostly happening are all said to have occurred ...

Legal Tender

Lamy, new mexico.

Reported to be haunted by a handful of ghosts including Ramon or "the man in black" who is alleged to have been shot at the saloon. Another ghost who frequently appears is "the Lady in White" who spends her afterlife gliding amid the tables, however who she is and ...

Los Cerrillos

This town appears on every single ghost website around. Actual information about exactly how it's haunted is a lot harder to come by. Apparently it's haunted just because everyone says it's haunted. If we manage to pop in our next haunted road trip, maybe we'll be able ...

Bandelier National Monument

Los alamos, new mexico.

Bandelier National Monument preserves the land and homes of the Ancestral Pueblo People who lived from 1150 to 1600 CE. It was designated as a national monument by President Woodrow Wilson in 1916 and was named for Swiss anthropologist Adolph Bandelier. It is rumored to be haunted by ghost lights, ...

Madrid, New Mexico

The entire town is said to be haunted. Cowboys escort a fine lady up mainstreet, the ghost of the famed "Weeping Woman" appears in the canyons, and numerous other apparitions have been spotted here.

The Mine Shaft Tavern

The original Mine Shaft Tavern was destroyed by fire on Christmas Day, 1945. The current one has been operating since 1947 and is rumored to be haunted by a spirit who has developed an attachment to employee there. According to the employee, it greeted her with a stroke on the ...

Espanola Police Station

Española, new mexico.

Policemen at the Espanola Police Station watching the Sally Port on the security cameras were surprised to see the ghostly immage of a human figure walking through a locked, gated and secured area without triggering any alarms. The policemen say they have experienced other strange things at the station, such ...

Montezuma Castle

Las vegas, new mexico.

The current Montezuma Castle Hotel is built on top of two separate hotels which previously burnt down. There have been several reports of hauntings here. Opera music is heard when no one is around, and the ghost of the former proprietor walks around the hotel's corridors at night. After the ...

Historic Plaza Hotel

Byron T. Mills, the hotel's former owner and town mayor, is the famous friendly ghost here. Although he passed away at the Elks Lodge in 1947, it is believed that his spirit lingers in Room 310 of his hotel. Reports say that behind the desk is kept a photograph of ...

Jemez State Monument

Jemez springs, new mexico.

Jemez State Monument, the ruins of an ancient pueblo and a 17th-century Spanish mission, is said to be haunted by many apparitions: priests, Native Americans and Spanish settlers. Visitors often hear disembodied footsteps as they walk among the ruins, and ghost lights are said to appear late at night.

Santa Ana Star Casino

Bernalillo, new mexico.

I have worked here on graveyard shift for a little over 3 years and have heard many stories. Last night a co-worker came up to me and was visually shaken. He said he was in an older part of the building were customers can't access and distinctly herd a little ...

Rancho de Corrales

Corrales, new mexico.

A tragic family affair (literally) is the rumored source of the haunting at this former hacienda. The young son of the Embert family shot and killed a young woman who was rumored to be the father's mistress. Discord and strife settled into the family and some years later, ...

Haunted Hill - Menaul Boulevard

Albuquerque, new mexico.

People claim to hear screaming, footsteps and the sound of something being dragged across the ground into the mountains.

Abandoned Insane Asylum

Black mists are said to rise from the site and horrible feelings of oppression were claimed to be felt at this abandoned asylum. The asylum was on private property, and the owners got so sick of trespassers that they finally tore it down. Although this site is gone, there ...

Kit Carson Home and Museum

Taos, new mexico.

At the Kit Carson Home and Museum, folks say frontiersman Christopher Houston "Kit" Carson himself still lingers in spirit.

Watrous Valley Ranch

Watrous, new mexico.

The ranch was built for the 'Pony Express' in the mid 1800's. Two of the owners committed suicide, and ever since, there has been a sad presence in the house. Residents alone in the house have awoken to shot gun blasts and other unexplained noises, and an apparition of a ...

Park Inn by Radisson

Ghostly noises, scratching sounds and screaming can all be heard at the Park Inn. It is rumored that in the 70's a wife discovered her husband was having an affair so she followed him to the hotel, killed him and his mistress and then herself in the bathroom. ...

La Llorona - Albuquerque Arroyos

One of the numerous "Weeping Woman" ghosts that haunt the southwest, La Llorona is the hispanic boogey-woman. She appears everywhere and the story is always the same: a woman drowns her child in a river/lake/ocean/pond/drainage ditch/bathtub and then spends all eternity weeping for her lost child and searching ...

Desert Sands Motel

Cold spots, voices being heard (in a motel, no way!), the television turning on and off by itself and other eerie events occur at the Desert Sands.

San Pedro Public Library

A spectral voice speaks to patrons.

Children's Psychiatric Center - University of New Mexico

Dirty footprints, water faucets turning on and off, doors locking and unlocking themselves and shadow figures have been witnessed by the workers at this hospital.

Carrie Tingley Children's Hospital

Voices, crying and ghostly lights are said to appear in the hallways of the hospital.

Johnson Gym - University of New Mexico

Reportedly haunted by a girl who committed suicide. Considering every university has the rumor of the girl who hanged herself, it should probably be placed in the "dubious" file.

Wool Warehouse Theatre

An unidentified ghost of a man in a black suit haunts the backstage area and a certain table in this historic building. Built in 1929, the building lies in the old railroad district of Albuquerque. (Submitted by Callum Swift)

Albuquerque Press Club

The ghost of a woman in a black shawl is said to haunt the bar area. Regulars call her "Mrs. M" People have heard the sound of high heels on the floor and claim the piano often plays a few notes independently of any living hand.

Old Bernalillo County Courthouse

The 1926 Old Bernalillo County Courthouse building is said to be haunted by a ghostly little girl in a school uniform with blonde braids. Witnesses also have described cold spots, lights that come on and off, and an old law book that came hurtling down a hall. Taped boxes have ...

Hotel Andaluz

It began as Conrad Hilton's fourth hotel in 1939, and in 2008, the Andaluz was completely restored to its original grandeur. The historic place is said to be haunted; the apparition of a woman in 1940s clothing has been seen in the hallways, and another of an older woman in ...

Casa Esencia - Salvador Armijo House

The old Salvador Armijo House is now a hotel named "Casa Esencia". Many who have worked there throughout the years have reported experiencing the sensation of being touched, hearing voices and strange noises and other ghostly activities. This building is almost two centuries old, and is haunted by many ghosts ...

KiMo Theatre

The spirit of Bobby Darnall a young boy who died when a boiler exploded is said to haunt the theater.Although there are also reports of a young woman wearing a bonnet who has been seen wandering the hallways, the employees of the theater believe that Bobby is the most active ...

High Noon Restaurant and Saloon

Housed inside a former private home built between 1750 and 1785, the restaurant and saloon have been around since 1974. Rumor has it that the place once housed a gambling parlor and brothel, a furniture store, and a rental apartment. A ghostly lady in a white dress is said to ...

Church Street Cafe

The 18-room hacienda from 1709, built by the Ruiz family, was known as Case de Ruiz for about 200 years. Last family member Rufina G. Ruiz died in 1991 at the age of 91, after which the building was purchased and renovations from the Church Street Café began. The new ...

La Placita Dining Rooms

La Placita Dining Rooms is a restaurant serving New Mexico cuisine housed in an 1880 building originally known as Casa Armijo. La Placita Dining Rooms was established in 1935 and is rumored to be haunted by at least four ghosts, especially in the women’s restroom and the upstairs area. The ...

Covered Wagon Store

Formerly a private residence and brothel, this store is believed to be haunted by the apparition of a murdered prostitute named Scarlet. (Submitted by Callum Swift)

Bottger Mansion of Old Town

The 1908 Bottger Mansion is believed to be haunted by four spirits: its original owner, a woman who sighs, a grandmother and “The Lover," who is known to get into bed with sleeping women.

Old Honeywell Building

The Old Honeywell Building is haunted by the ghost of a young woman, who disappears when approached. The building was built on top of an American Indian burial ground. (Submitted by Callum Swift)

Laguna Vista Lodge

Eagle nest, new mexico.

The Historic Saloon at Laguna Vista Lodge dates back to 1898, and was frequented by the crew working on the movie Lonesome Dove. On exhibit here are gold nuggets from the old mining days, used in long-ago casino bets. The upstairs portion of the original hotel was once a brothel, ...

Urraca Mesa

Cimarron, new mexico.

Rumored to be a "gateway to Hell", the place is said to have once had several cat totems distributed around. The cat totems were said to guard the gates and as long as they remained in place, the gateway could not open. According to legend, the cat ...

Luna-Otera Mansion

Los lunas, new mexico.

The ghost of Josefita Ortero, former mistress of the mansion is said to haunt it to this day. Full body apparitions and numerous sightings appear to make up the bulk of the ghostly occurrences but some say Josefita also likes to sit and rock in an old rocking chair ...

St. James Hotel

There are as many ghost stories as there are rooms at the St. James Hotel. People have reported numerous happenings, from objects being moved, including all the silverware from a table being reportedly moved and piled in the middle after it was set, to haunted apparitions of several different ...

Shaffer Hotel

Mountainair, new mexico.

Witnesses, including ghost hunters, have determined that the hotel is haunted. Some have described lights that flash in the Wedding Suite and the unexplained smell of chocolate in the "Handicapped Room." EVPs, photos, and other evidence of spirits were collected here, including the word "Shaffer" spoken in response to the ...

Harvey House Museum

Belen, new mexico.

Built originally as a restaurant to serve railroad passengers and workers, this museum is now believed to be haunted by spirits from a bygone era. Phenomena reported here includes whispering, singing and disembodied footsteps have been heard when there is no one around, and various apparitions seen throughout the ...

Belen Hotel

This early 1900's hotel is rumoured to be haunted, but the origin and nature of the haunting are not known. (Submitted by Callum Swift)

Foster's Hotel Restaurant and Saloon

Chama, new mexico.

The 1800s Foster's Hotel Restaurant and Saloon is rumored to be very popular with the spirit set. One ghost is believed to be an 1800s woman who was poisoned after being elected a judge, and was found dead here the next morning. Witnesses have heard the sound of a woman ...

Dawson Cemetery

Raton, new mexico.

The ghost town of Dawson was once a large coal mining town. In the early 1900's, a decade apart two separate mining disasters struck the town, and killed more than 400 men. The cemetery is filled with crosses that mark the graves of these men, row after row ...

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Vintage photograph of San Francisco Street in Santa Fe

Santa Fe , New Mexico , established in 1607, is the third oldest city founded by European colonists in the United States. Only St. Augustine, Florida, and Jamestown Virginia are older. Its long history of Indians , Spanish, Mexicans, and pioneers has led the city to be one of the most haunted in America. Furthermore, the city was built over an abandoned Tanoan Indian village where no doubt, Indian burial grounds might be found beneath the city’s depths.

Santa Fe is one of the few cities that offers a full schedule of “ghost tours” and “ghost walks” year around, with as many as five operators conducting tours from Santa Fe’s historic plaza. These tours primarily focus on the ten block historic area of Santa Fe, featuring such places as the La Posada and La Fonda Hotels, the Grant Corner Inn, Palace of Governors, the oldest house in the nation, and other historic buildings. Some tours also include area superstitions, as well as Santa Fe’s history of vigilantes, gunfights, murders, and hangings.

Whether you take a tour or stumble upon its many ghosts on your own, here are a few of Santa Fe’s ghostly legends .

Alto Street – Reportedly a headless horseman haunts this street, riding his horse down to the Santa Fe River. Brandishing a sword, it is said that he lost his head to two Spanish witches, after complaining about a love potion they gave him. Most often this headless cowboy is sighted near the riverbank.

Casa Real Health Care Center – At this senior health-care facility at 501 Galisteo Street, employees, patients, and visitors have complained of strange happenings ever since the facility was built in 1985. Constructed over the site of an old penitentiary graveyard next to another haunted building, most people say that an oppressive, uncomfortable feeling emanates from this building. Others have reported strange colds spots moving throughout the rooms and unexplained moaning is often heard in the north and south wings.

The historic Grant Corner Inn B & B

Grant Corner Inn – Just a few steps off Santa Fe’s historic Plaza sits the historic Grant Corner Inn. The house was originally built in 1905 by a couple new to the Santa Fe area. Unfortunately for the young couple, shortly after they built their new home, a sickly son was born who required constant attention. To make matters worse, the woman’s husband died shortly thereafter. The young mother soon remarried a man who was said to have not been a very nice person. Over the years, the child continued to get worse and the mother threw herself into caring for the young boy. During this time, visitors to the home would often report hearing the young boy crying and banging on the walls of his upstairs room while his mother was downstairs visiting.

Confined to a wheelchair, the boy was said to have continually rolled too close to the stairway, tumbling down, wheelchair and all, to the landing below. The child finally died of his ailments and the woman and her husband moved away.

Afterward, when the house was empty, neighbors would often report seeing lights in the upstairs room that had belonged to the boy. When someone finally purchased the house, the new owners reported hearing noises in the child’s room, as if he was still there. Today the house has been converted into a Bed and Breakfast. When Art Garcia, a former caretaker for the B&B, was interviewed by Antonio Garcez for his book Adobe Angels: Ghosts of Santa Fe and Taos, the caretaker relayed terrifying happenings within the home. In this account, Garcia tells of deafening noises, blasts of freezing air that would often kill house plants, and the terrible aroma of rotting meat. However, since the property was purchased by Louise Stewart, the building has been extensively remodeled and the spirit of the boy has quieted down or perhaps left the building entirely.

However, rumors persist that objects continue to fall to the floor, while footsteps and slamming doors are often heard within the old house. Others have reported seeing a grayish figure in the hallway. Reportedly, rooms 4 and 8, as well as the hallway upstairs are the areas reported to be haunted. Today, this lovely Bed and Breakfast, voted the best in Santa Fe by several local periodicals, is a charming 10-room Inn, surrounded by a white picket fence and weeping willows. The Inn provides old-fashioned hospitality, comfortable, well-appointed accommodations and innovative country cuisine. Rooms are decorated with antique quilts, brass and four-poster beds, hand-painted armoires, and numerous pieces of antiques and art that combine to make each room a unique experience.

Luguna Pueblo Mission – The coffin of the murdered priest keeps popping up through the church floor here. Father Juan Padilla was murdered by Indians in 1733 and was buried beneath the floor at the Isleta Pueblo Church. Before long, his coffin, hollowed out of a cottonwood tree, rose out of the earth in front of the altar. It rose again twenty years later, and again in 1889. Then, on Christmas Eve 1914, it poked through the floor again. Two investigations were conducted by the Bishop of Santa Fe, but no conclusion was reached as to the nature of the phenomenon.

La Residencia – Now housing a nursing home, this building at the corner of Palace Avenue and Paseo de Peralia, was once the community hospital. Years ago a little boy died in room 311 from injuries suffered in an automobile accident. Unfortunately, the boy’s father also died in the same car wreck. Today the muffled crying of the little boy is heard so often that administrators try to keep the room unoccupied. Other paranormal occurrences also happen in the basement. This only began to occur when the state museum began to utilize the basement to store Indian artifacts. Reportedly, strange sounds are often heard in the basement rooms, so often that some nurses refused to enter the area. On one occasion, two nurses reported seeing a wall in the basement oozing fresh blood. La Residencia is located at 820 Paseo De Peralta.

San Miguel Mission, Santa Fe, New Mexico

Mission of San Miguel – The oldest church still in use in the United States, this simple earth-hue adobe structure was built around 1610 by the Tlaxcalan Indians of Mexico, who came to New Mexico as servants of the Spanish. Though badly damaged in the 1680 Pueblo Revolt, the sturdy adobe walls remained unharmed. Stone buttresses later were added to strengthen the walls, the tower was remodeled and a modern façade was added. On display in the chapel are priceless statues and paintings and the San José Bell, weighing nearly 800 pounds, which is believed to have been cast in Spain in 1356. The bell was used in churches in Spain and Mexico before being brought to Santa Fe by oxcart in the early 19th century.

This old bell is said to have been the source of a miracle in the mid-1800s when a blind man attended the church at around noon every day. His fervent prayers are said to have caused the bell to ring of its own accord and when it rang, the man regained his sight. Unfortunately, when the ringing stopped, he lost his sight again but was later able to accurately describe statues and icons inside the church.

The gift shop at the church, that once served as a private residence is reportedly haunted by a small child who died there in the 1940s.

Across the narrow street from the church is the oldest house in the United States, which is supposedly haunted by a malevolent presence. In fact, the entire block surrounding San Miguel dates back to the 1200s and was once the site of an ancient Indian Pueblo. For centuries, tragic and violent events have occurred within this block including the subjugation of the Pueblo Indians, the Pueblo Revolt against the Spanish in 1680, executions of convicted criminals and much more. Not only is the church and the oldest house said to be home to a ghost or two, but the entire block.

The church is located at 401 Old Santa Fe Trail .

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Santa Fe – The City Different

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In Santa Fe, searching for a ghost and finding enchantment

Most visitors to Santa Fe, N.M., come to immerse themselves in the city’s internationally renowned art and culture. Others are drawn by the cuisine; restaurants include James Beard Award winners and hole-in-the-wall taco stands, and the city’s red and green chiles are renowned for their flavor. Still more tourists come to experience the crisp, cerulean skies and clean air as they navigate the surrounding Sangre de Cristo Mountains. There are also desert explorers and river rats, whose kayaks and stand-up paddleboards dot the surrounding waterways, giving Santa Fe a recreational edge akin to Boise, Idaho, or Boulder, Colo., minus the crowds.

I traveled to Santa Fe in July partly to look for a ghost.

Specifically, I was hoping for a glimpse of Julia Staab, a German Jewish bride brought from the old country by her husband, Abraham, in the late 19th century. Julia is believed to haunt the La Posada de Santa Fe Resort and Spa , a grand property off the city’s main plaza where she and her family once lived. I discovered the Staabs in the pages of “ American Ghost: A Family’s Haunted Past in the Desert Southwest ,” a 2015 memoir by my friend (and District native) Hannah Nordhaus. Hannah, who is Julia’s great-great-granddaughter, explored Julia’s journey to the untamed western United States and mysterious death, reputed to be grim, likely violent, and possibly self-inflicted.

Full disclosure: Mine was not an original mission. Julia’s spirit has beckoned ghost hunters to Santa Fe since the late 1970s, when she was first reported to have made paranormal appearances — showing up on the staircase in the hotel’s main building and waking guests in her former bedroom. Her story intrigued me as much as the city itself, a place I hadn’t visited since my own childhood but whose allure as an exotic, historic destination loomed large in my imagination.

La Posada was the ideal starting place. Situated on six acres, the resort consists of the Staab House, the original Victorian mansion Abraham built for Julia in 1882, now remodeled in the adobe style of the southwest. Extensive artwork lines the walls and rooms in the Staab House as part of the hotel’s art program. Long before galleries dominated the Santa Fe cultural scene, La Posada showcased the work of American artists. Today, it curates professional artwork through exhibitions and sales, earning it a reputation as “the art hotel” of Santa Fe. Guests stay in adobe casitas around the property, most built in the 1930s to house visiting artists, and the entire resort has a secluded, peaceful ambiance.

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My family listened to “American Ghost” on the drive to Santa Fe, and upon arrival, I dragged my crew into the Staab House to admire the historical photos and to climb the Grand Staircase. My attempts to telegraph my presence to Julia were interrupted by my hungry, energetic sons, ages 6 and 8, and I made a quick reassessment: Despite my personal desire to delve into Julia’s world, this trip would be punctuated with catering to their needs. Our four days became more of a reconnaissance mission to historical Santa Fe than a thorough exploration of it.

After a quick lunch, we strolled through the old town of Santa Fe, passing the onetime location of the Staab mercantile on the main plaza. We admired the turquoise and silver jewelry sold by Native Americans, many Hopi, Arapaho, and Navajo. The artisans gather under the portico of the Palace of the Governors, and their wares are, for the most part, stunning. Some of the shops we explored were in centuries-old buildings, and we had to duck as we walked through the doorways so as not to hit our heads on the low, narrow entrances. At San Miguel Chapel, believed to be the oldest in the United States, built sometime between 1610 and 1628, we paused to marvel at the thick adobe walls and the wooden alter screens at the front of the chapel.

For lunch, we drove to the Tune-Up Cafe, a small diner situated in a residential neighborhood about a mile from central downtown. After ringing up our order of chile rellenos and enchiladas, the cashier gently informed me that many Santa Fe locals avoid the plaza because of all the tourists. She likened the atmosphere to a theme park.

I considered her criticism as I savored the rich, cheesy food from the cafe’s shaded patio. While true that kitschy gift shops and T-shirt stores exist downtown, they mix with quite the concentration of world-class art, some of it hanging at the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum and the New Mexico Museum of Art. I don’t doubt the locals experience tourist fatigue — the city reports 2 million visitors each year — but, still, I disagreed. The sheer abundance of art and architecture, legacy and history rendered Santa Fe more mythical than overwrought.

A little church in New Mexico with some big healing power

In fact, there is so much to Santa Fe that we encountered only a fraction of its charms in our short trip. We indulged in not one but two delectable chocolaterias. (We preferred Kakawa Chocolate House for its drinkable chili chocolate elixir.) At the Railyard Arts District, my sons explored an old rail car before sampling their first sopaipillas, dipping the crisp, deep-fried puffy bread into honey at La Choza, a casual restaurant with sumptuous red and green chili sauce. The farmers market, which operates year-round in a dedicated, enclosed building, offered fresh produce, live music, slushed lemonade, and — the boys’ pick — sweet cinnamon rolls from Cloud Cliff Bakery.

But the kids’ favorite experience, by far, was Meow Wolf, an interactive art exhibit in an industrial part of town whose centerpiece is a haunted house that features a murder mystery with clues for patrons to follow. My kids couldn’t have been less interested in Julia Staab at La Posada, but Meow Wolf House of Eternal Return enraptured them. As I followed them down an all-white hallway (accessed by opening a refrigerator door and walking through the secret doorway) where a robotic male voice repeated, “You are okay,” it occurred to me that my boys would have stayed at Meow Wolf for days if left to their own devices.

Under the direction of their parents, however, they relocated to the “magical mile” of Canyon Road, where more than 100 galleries, art studios and sculpture gardens occupy adobe buildings lining the narrow street.

Here, the diversity of art by established and emerging artists was profound. Along with gourmet restaurants, cafes and a few boutiques, we discovered a vibrant sanctuary that pleased all the senses.

There were other trip highlights. A trail run on the city’s Dale Ball trail network through the pinyon pines afforded my husband and me long views of the unique northern New Mexico landscape, a mosaic of yucca and cactus, juniper and pinyon pines. I experienced my first Japanese shiatsu massage and a private hot tub with my family and friends at Ten Thousand Waves Spa, and emerged more relaxed than I had been in a year.

In the end, the only thing I did not do in Santa Fe that had been high on my list was commune with Julia Staab. She eluded me the entire time, which, according to her great-great-granddaughter, was no surprise. Ghosts, it turns out, do not like to be summoned. No matter. The experience of visiting Santa Fe so entranced me that I’ve already planned a return trip this fall. Julia’s ghost may not have shown herself to me, but the spirit of her adopted home most certainly did, and I remain possessed.

Walker is a writer based in Boulder, Colo. Find her on Twitter: @racheljowalker .

Spooky Santa Fe Spaces to Haunt this Halloween

Scary movies have their roots not just in dreams, but also in reality. Santa Fe’s history and its spooky stories bubble up through buildings ancient and new. Ghosts of the past in Santa Fe pose an ever-present interest to those whose daydreams drift to the shadowy side. And with Halloween approaching, what better way to create your own mysterious quest than hunting out the haunts where the past still has a living presence. Get your spirits ready for a spine-tingling adventure in Santa Fe!

La Llorona, the Saddest Singer in Santa Fe

Every Santa Fe child has shivered and cuddled closer to the fire when regaled by a grandparent with tales of La Llorona, “the crying woman.” While there are various tellings of this folklore legend, the basics go like this: Local woman falls in love with soldier (heard that before?) and persuades him to marry. She drowns the kids, but instantly regrets it; chasing after them, she falls and fatally hits her head. Even now, you may run into her wandering the riverside, calling out for her lost children. Just searching for her can be spooky enough without even hearing those mournful cries.

The Haunted Halls of Government

As America’s oldest capital city, Santa Fe boasts some fairly elderly ghosts roving around. The Palace of the Governors is the oldest continuously occupied government building in the U.S. During the Pueblo Revolt of 1680, the Spanish settlers fought a bloody battle in and around the site. I’ve been told that when the building is empty and still, an observant listener might hear the doomed soldiers crying out in vain for help. Now part of the state's history museum, the Palace was designated a Registered National Historic Landmark in 1960 and an American Treasure in 1999. The Palace is always worth a daytime visit for a glimpse of traditional architecture and Santa Fe history. The PERA Building (that’s the acronym for the Public Employees Retirement Association) is also said to have some sort of conduit to the deathless past, in that it was built atop a pauper’s cemetery. Rumor has it that no one, state employee or not, wants to be down in that basement alone. Back at the beginning of the 20 th century, the city of Santa Fe chose the New Mexico State Penitentiary over the University of New Mexico when the government parceled out institutions. Perched outside of town on Route 14, on the Turquoise Trail , you’ll find a complex of modern correctional buildings. The old portion of the Pen, erected in the mid-1950’s, was closed and locked down tight after an uprising. With the liveliness of the burgeoning New Mexico film industry, the old building has found new life as a film setting. But if actors happen to find inmates invading their dreams, I’m afraid it goes with the territory.

The exterior of Old Main at the New Mexico State Penitentiary evokes a spooky feel.

Ghost Tales Are Older Than Dirt

Not only does Santa Fe have some of the oldest government buildings around, but we’re proud to be the home of the Oldest House. Yes, it’s made of dirt, or adobe, as we call it here. Given its age, it’s impossible to determine the authenticity of tales spun around this humble dwelling, but a ghostly presence is reputed to wander up and down the lane alongside. The story I’ve heard says the house was once occupied by a pair of sisters said to be witches, who were apparently tried and dispatched by the townspeople in summary fashion — beheaded, no less. I guess that explains the sightings of a head rolling down De Vargas Street. And if we’re talking local, there’s nothing quite like an old hospital to bring spooky fantasies to life. The old St. Vincent’s Hospital, right in the heart of downtown, opened in 1865 and ushered many a Santa Fean into and out of life. It may interest the haunt hunter to know that there was once an orphanage of the same name right behind the old hospital building. Crying babies … check. Call lights going on and off mysteriously … check. A basement wall oozing blood … spook fiends, this one’s for you! I prefer to remember St. Vincent’s for the fund-raising bed races the staff used to stage on Palace Avenue – a much happier thought.

Guests Check In but Their Ghosts Don’t Check Out

You’d expect a hotel that has entertained many a Western notable to have a haunted history, and La Fonda on the Plaza , long ago known as the Exchange Hotel, has hosted its share of spooky drama; that's probably why there's a ghostly package on tap. The lovely La Plazuela dining room, with its colorful painted glass and sky-lighted ceiling, was once an open courtyard with a well in its center. Legend has it that a foolish business man, drawn into a poker game by pros who picked him as a mark, lost the company's bankroll along with his own, and in desperation, threw himself headlong into the well. And who knows if Chief Justice John Slough still walks the halls after being shot at La Fonda by Col. William Rynerson in 1868 during the Lincoln County Wars? Apparently, Justice Slough drew his derringer as he accused Rynerson of being “a thief of the army, a thief out of the army, a coward, and an S.O.B.” When Rynerson pulled out his own gun, Slough rashly dared him to shoot, at which point, Rynerson obliged with a mortal wound to pay back Slough’s insult.

Julia, Julia, Wherefore Art Thou, Julia

Wouldn’t you want to return to visit your old home if it was like Julia Staab’s mansion? Now the sprawling complex of La Posada Resort and Spa , the Staab mansion on East Palace Avenue was once the grand home of wealthy business magnate Abraham Staab. He amassed his fortune by supplying the U.S. Army during the Civil War. His wife Julia gave birth to six children, but when the seventh died soon after birth, she fell into what we now know as post-partum depression. Her hair is said to have turned white overnight, and over time, she became a recluse, seldom seen outside of her second-story room, where she slipped into madness. Although she passed from this earth at age 52 in 1896, she is said to have loved her home so much she never permanently left room 256, now known as Suite 100. The sight of her elegant, translucent spirit has been reported by so many employees and guests that she became a topic on the television series Unsolved Mysteries.

The ghost of Julia Staab’s spirit is said to haunt La Posada Resort and Spa where she once lived, declined into madness and passed from this earth — or did she?

The hotel’s bar, aptly named the Staab House, is reported to be a favorite target for Julia. Glasses have been dashed to the floor unexpectedly and the gas fireplace turned on and off at will. The temperature inside her room is a noticeable 10 degrees cooler than that of the hallway outside, and camera lens are said to blur unaccountably. Ghost hunters are welcome to stay the night in her room, as long as they are prepared to see a moving object or two during the dark hours before dawn.

Dark Corners and Popular Haunts Welcome Even the Fe-int of Heart

Choosing to make Santa Fe our home has been an exciting tale of discovery for many of us locals over the years. Sometimes these discoveries make us clap with joy and wonderment, and at other times leave us with a shivering sense of the unknowable. The combination of the past and the present, truth and legend, has an ongoing appeal to those who love to wander the historic byways of our town with an eye to discerning fact from fiction. Bring your myth-busting eyes along on a 5:45 pm stroll around the city on a Tuesday, Friday or Saturday with Historic Walks of Santa Fe’s Ghostwalker Tour to let some offbeat adventures complement your City Different getaway. You’ll definitely be adding a hefty dose of history and mystery to the art and culture discussions you’ll have over dinner . And if you see Mrs. Staab, please be sure to bring out your 19 th century manners – after all, she’s one of Santa Fe’s favorite famous fright-inducing characters.

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La Posada de Santa Fe offers a chance for ghostly encounters. Photograph by Andrew Kornylak.

La Posada de Santa Fe

After her death in 1896, Santa Fe society matron and hostess Julia Staab never departed Staab House, now part of La Posada de Santa Fe . So say guests and staff who have encountered her spirit descending the staircase or have heard her speak, though that may just be her eponymous margarita talking. Some speculate her benevolent appearances belie a restlessness spurred by postpartum depression after the loss of a child, or possible foul play or suicide as her cause of death. 330 E. Palace Ave., Santa Fe; 505-986-0000

Lodge Resort & Spa

Visitors to the Lodge Resort & Spa , in Cloudcroft, will surely marvel at the historic hotel’s 1899 Arts and Crafts architecture, renovated rooms, outdoor relaxation spaces, and high-altitude golf course. With reports of flickering lights, spontaneous blazes igniting in fireplaces, and objects sliding across tables, popular legend says these are the mischievous echoes of Rebecca, a beautiful young chambermaid and restaurant namesake who purportedly disappeared after her lumberjack beau caught her in flagrante delicto with another lover. Her portrait hangs in the lounge. 601 Corona Pl., Cloudcroft; 800-395-6343

Hotel Parq Central

A 2011 investigation by the ghost-hunting Los Muertos Spirit Seekers reported unexplained voices, coolness, and a sense of being watched at Hotel Parq Central , near downtown Albuquerque. These classic haunting signs at the former hospital and psychiatric facility turned boutique hotel add to the charm and mystery of the iconic 1920s structure. Are these the remnants of the anguish and suffering of former patients? Enjoy a drink at Apothecary Lounge, the rooftop bar, and watch out for poltergeists who like to pull off guests’ bedsheets in the dead of night. 806 Central Ave. SE, Albuquerque; 505-242-0040

Read More: A renovation of Cloudcroft’s famous lodge restores its architectural charm.

Read More: Clayton lays claim to a few ghosts, along with one who may roam the hallways of the Hotel Eklund.

Read More: Abandoned, barely there, or rebounding with new purpose, towns, hotels, and restaurants all across the state hold secret treasures: the stories of past lives.

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Imagine taking a stroll through the Santa Fe Plaza in the middle of the night, when suddenly mysterious harp music is heard and you’re the only one there. And, the ghost of a young bride, who was tragically, killed on her wedding night is frequently seen, wandering, through a downtown hotel. Also, the spirit of a woman from Santa Fe’s high society, sick with grief over the death of her youngest child, still roams the mansion where she lived. In Santa Fe’s 400-year history the stories told are rich with tales of ghosts and the paranormal.

This tour will explore many of the haunted places and legends around downtown Santa Fe. Included in the tour are:

· La Fonda on the Plaza: where several ghosts have reportedly been seen, including a judge who frequented La Fonda, then the Exchange Hotel, was murdered and still visits his old haunts;

· The Santa Fe Plaza, where sightings are frequent and include a Spanish soldier killed in battle and a notorious Wild West outlaw roaming the streets at night;

· The Barrio de Analco, where a headless horseman is said to ride the streets, perhaps looking for his missing head;

· The Santa Fe River where a wailing woman is said to snatch away unsuspecting children getting too close the river’s edge;

· A hotel, formerly an old hospital, known to many because of the high number of paranormal incidents have been reported over the decades;

· La Posada Hotel where Santa Fe’s most famous ghost, Julia Staab, is said to still wander the halls of what used to be her family home, and many more.

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· Two passes for the La Fonda Ghost Tour. Please contact Tour Director, Ken Ortolon at (512) 569-9613 to confirm your tour reservation. The passes are also good for the Discovery Walking Tour of Santa Fe that departs from La Fonda at 10AM.

· Luxury guest room accommodations for two

· Copy of the book “Haunted Santa Fe” by Ray John De Aragon

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Haunted New Mexico

With its rich Wild West history, New Mexico has no shortage of fodder for ghost stories, and no shortage of great places to haunt. If gadding with ghouls is your idea of a fine vacation, we've got a digest of all of the Land of Enchantment's most haunted stops.

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Albuquerque.

Hotel Parq Central

Visitors to Albuquerque’s high-end Hotel Parq Central and its Instagram-worthy rooftop cocktail lounge, Apothecary, might not be aware of its history as a location for haunted happenings. Before it was overhauled and made into luxe accommodations, the building spent decades as a hospital and psychiatric facility. It’s not just recent visitors who’ve seen ghostly apparitions, either. Former patients of the hospital claim that during their stays, they experienced disembodied voices, objects being moved by unseen forces, and a feeling of constantly being watched. To this day, visitors often have the feeling of being watched, too, and a group of ghost hunters supposedly communicated with the spirit of a former patient using a flashlight. Grab a drink, book a room, and keep your eyes and ears peeled!

KiMo Theater

One of the state’s most famous haunted locations, the story of the ghost that supposedly dwells in the KiMo Theater reads like something straight out of a scary movie. In 1951, a water heater exploded in the theater, killing several people, including a six-year-old named Bobby. His ghost is a poltergeist, a spirit that likes to cause mischief. It’s tradition for performers at the KiMo to leave Bobby a small gift or treat — often donuts — to earn his affection and trust so he doesn’t interfere with their performance. He supposedly messes with the electricity, opens and closes doors repeatedly, and drops cables and other equipment from the ceiling in order to distract the performers and make them forget their lines. Are these stories true, and is there really a poltergeist that haunts the historic theater? We chatted with Larry Parker, the general manager of the KiMo Theater, to hear his take — spoiler alert: He’s not a believer .

St. James Hotel

Built by Henry Lambert in 1872, the St. James Hotel was the backdrop for numerous shootouts during its Wild West days — it still boasts the evidence in its dining room ceiling where 22 bullets are still wedged. It's located in the heart of Cimarron , 40 miles south of Ratón on N.M. 62. Train robber Blackjack Ketchum, and outlaws Jesse James, Buffalo Bill Cody, and Billy the Kid stayed in the hotel during its heyday, and today, you can stay in rooms named for these famous guests. It is said to be the location of more than 26 murders, and the victims supposedly wander the hotel. In fact, room 18 — supposedly haunted by the spirit of T.J. Wright, a gambler who was murdered after a winning hand — remains un-booked as though he, or his ghost, were still staying there today.

Vintage photo of Foster Hotel & Cafe in Chama, NM

Foster's Hotel

The Wild West is still alive and well through the wanderings of three ghosts said to frequent this rugged hotel, saloon, and restaurant in Chama . Guests have reported hearing the sound of a woman — said to be a frontier judge who was poisoned in the hotel when several local men took offense to her leadership position — choking and gasping for breath. Across the hall, the hotel staff has heard a small girl's cries. They believe they are from the ghost of a youth who died there of an illness more than 100 years ago. The specter of a cowboy is also said to wander the hotel's halls. Pair these events with other mysterious sightings, and this hotel, which is located directly across the street from the famed Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad , and you'll have plenty to investigate during your next ghost hunt.

Hotel Eklund

Next on the list? The Hotel Eklund. Experience paranormal activity for yourself if you stay in room 307, which according to local legend is haunted by the ghost of a maid named Irene. Visitors claim to hear creaking floorboards and that faces are visible in the wallpaper. Even if you’re not interested in the creepy aspects of the hotel, you won’t be disappointed if you stay. Authentic and traditional architecture, especially present in the old dining room and saloon, will transport you straight back in time to the Wild West.

Blackjack Ketchum

Clayton’s other claim to fame? It’s the final resting place of New Mexico’s other famous outlaw, Blackjack Ketchum. If you’ve already visited Billy the Kid’s gravesite in Fort Sumner , you’ll want to cross this one off your Wild West bucket list: A famous train robber, he was hanged in 1901 – the last official hanging in New Mexico (it occurred before New Mexico became a state). Legend has it that during the hanging, he was decapitated. If you visit the local cemetery, it’s easy to find his grave. At the time, the cemetery was divided between Catholics and Protestants, and neither group wanted to Blackjack’s remains in their half… so he’s buried in a median on the dirt path that snakes its way through the cemetery.

Herzstein Museum

A visit to northeastern New Mexico is a must for amateur ghost hunters. Free of charge and open Tuesday through Saturday as well as by appointment, the Herzstein Museum is a must-see for history buffs, with exhibits focusing on the Santa Fe Trail and the Dust Bowl as well as rooms restored to look how they did in eras gone by. Even more intriguing? Confirmed ghost activity! In March of 2018, a crew of paranormal research investigators spent time in town and discovered strange, unexplained noises such as stairs rattling with no one walking on them and poltergeists knocking objects over. In addition to the museum, the group also noted ghost activity at the town’s movie theater and courthouse. If you’re in town, the museum proprietors will give you a personalized tour.

Union County Courthouse

Reconstructed in 1909 after a tornado tore through the original courthouse, Union County Courthouse today is said to be a hotspot for many cold spots – lingering spirits. Before the new courthouse was built, Blackjack Ketchum's hanging was right in front of the original courthouse. Today, legend has it that Black Jack Ketchum haunts the halls, headless or not. The jailhouse where he was kept until his meeting his fate is said to be ice cold, even to this day. Other reported sightings have spooked those who still work in the 1909 courthouse. Some say they have seen full silhouettes — others have only been able to capture orbs surrounding and constantly following them.

The Lodge Resort & Spa

Originally constructed as a stopover for the Alamogordo and Sacramento Mountain Railway, The Lodge burned to the ground in the early 1900s. During the quaint chalet's heyday, Rebecca, a strikingly beautiful chambermaid with red hair, was murdered when her jealousy-stricken lumberjack suitor found her in the arms of another man. Today, The Lodge's "friendly," though mischievous, ghost has been said to wander the halls: moving furniture, flicking lights on and off, and spontaneously igniting fires in fireplaces. Some believe Rebecca is searching for a new lover or friend who would appreciate her playful nature. The cozy mountain retreat, located 20 miles east of Alamogordo, is ideal for curling up with a book by the fire during the winter, and striking out for a golf game at The Lodge's course during the summer. During your visit, don't miss a hearty meal at their restaurant — named after their favorite friendly ghost.

Dawson Cemetery

Dawson was once a coal mining town close to Cimarron , and throughout the beginning of the 20 th century, it prospered. Sadly, an accident led to its tragic end. In 1913, an explosion at the mine killed more than 250 men, making it one of the worst coal mining disasters in American history. Another disaster took the lives of 123 miners in 1923, and now all that remains of the town is a cemetery. It’s got a reputation as one of the most haunted places in New Mexico, and for good reason. Visitors who are brave enough to explore the cemetery at night have reported back with strange findings. Some have seen lights, reminiscent of those on the front of mining helmets, and some have even seen ghostly apparitions wandering among the headstones.

The story of Dawson has gotten the Hollywood treatment: Netflix's Emmy-winning show Godless was filmed in New Mexico and based on the mining accident.

Dona Ana County Courthouse and Jail in Las Cruces, NM

Dona Ana County Courthouse & Jail

Ghost Adventures , a popular paranormal show on the Travel Channel, helped put this southern New Mexico building in the national spotlight where paranormal activity is concerned. Built in 1937, this courthouse is no longer in use, but remains an attraction due to its reputation as a hotbed of paranormal happenings. The location of many deaths over the years, the building has been unused since 2008. Ghost hunters and paranormal investigators have made a point to stop in, and some say they’ve encountered an unknown, violent entity. In addition, shadowy apparitions have been seen, and people have also reported feeling cold spots in the building, a surefire sign of ghost activity according to believers. Other creepy occurrences? A repeat visitor to the site states that he has been scratched by an invisible hand and has witnessed a jail cell door closing on its own.

The Amador Hotel

Built in 1866, the Amador Hotel is a popular Las Cruces ghost tour stop. During tours, guests have reported seeing shadowy figures lurking in the hallways, flashlights turning on and off mysteriously and having their arms scratched. Some say it’s the work of the ghost of a little girl named Annie, who frequents the rooms on the second floor.

Plaza Hotel

Nestled in the lush green forests and fields about an hour north of Santa Fe , Las Vegas is a picturesque town that’s been featured in movies and TV shows like Red Dawn , No Country for Old Men , Easy Rider , and Longmire . It also boasts another claim to fame, one that’s a bit creepier and one you can experience for yourself if you book a room. The Plaza Hotel, built in 1882, has an illustrious history with a dash of the paranormal. It’s said to be haunted by the ghost of its past owner, Byron T. Wells. The hotel’s restaurant and bar is even named after him! If you’re feeling especially brave, book Room 310. It was Byron’s office, and to this day, hotel guests sometimes claim to feel his presence.

The Luna Mansion

A visit to Valencia County just isn’t complete without a tour of the Luna Mansion. Built in the 1880s, it’s a unique building, being the only known Victorian-style structure made of traditional adobe. It was built as a gift from the Santa Fe Railway in exchange for access through the extensive land holdings of the Luna and Otero families, and visitors today, who often come to experience the site’s rich history and delicious restaurant, are surprised by the sight of a ghost. The ghost is supposedly that of Josefita Otero, who died during renovations to the mansion in 1951. Since she left so much unfinished business, she’s said to still be hanging around. Her spirit is often seen sitting in her rocking chair or walking up and down the mansion’s expansive staircase.

Double Eagle Restaurant

Built in 1849, the location has seen its fair share of unfortunate events over the years. It was the site of a brutal double homicide in the 19 th century, and supposedly the ghosts of the victims still reside inside the room in which they were killed. Known today as the Carlotta Room, visitors today can see it for themselves, although they’re encouraged not to sit in the corner chairs so that they don’t upset the ghosts. Those who’ve encountered the ghosts say that they’re not malevolent spirits, but instead are similar to mischievous, prankster-esque poltergeists. They’re fond of moving tables and chairs and breaking wine glasses. Not into the paranormal? No problem. The Double Eagle is worth a visit for the food alone. Top-quality steaks and must-try margaritas are on the menu.

A vintage photo of a young bride at the La Fonda Hotel in Santa Fe, NM

With a history that dates back almost to the City Different's founding 400 years ago, it's no wonder that the inn is fraught with tales of the paranormal. In 1857, an unfortunate gambler found himself truly out of luck when a lynch mob took him from the gambling hall and hung him in the hotel's backyard. Today, this patio has been enclosed and is the site of the hotel’s La Plazuela restaurant. Rumor has it that guests have seen what appears to be the shadow of a man swinging from a tree while dining there. Ten years later, territorial justice was transplanted from the courthouse to La Fonda's lobby when the Honorable John P. Slough, Chief Justice of the Territorial Supreme Court, was shot there. Guests claim they have sighted the judge, in his long black coat, wandering the hotel today. A young bride, who was murdered on her wedding night by a jealous ex-lover, is also said to haunt the wedding suite. The hotel, which is located at the end of the Santa Fe Trail, is an icon of Santa Fe-style inside and out, with its Southwestern décor and multi-tiered adobe exterior. During your stay, stop in the hotel bar for a late-night drink—the ghost of a cowboy might just pull up a barstool next to you.

La Posada Hotel

In 1882, a prosperous merchant named Abraham Staab built his three-story brick mansion in the French Second Empire-style on property that now belongs to La Posada. Abraham and his wife, Julia, entertained Santa Fe society in the grand residence decorated with the finest European materials. Legend has it that Julia Staab has never left it. Julia has most often appeared at the top of the grand staircase in the original building in the main complex of the inn. However, she has also been seen in the Nason Room, a small alcove built upon the old formal gardens of the original structure. So, why does Julia Staab linger? Some say that ghosts appear when death occurs in a state of turmoil and anxiety, such as the circumstances that seemed to attend Mrs. Staab’s final years. Depressed over the loss of a child and other unsuccessful pregnancies, Julia Staab was rumored to have gone mad, retreating to her bedroom until her death at age 52. In recent years, her alleged spirit has been the subject of many ghost tours, an episode of Unsolved Mysteries , and Weird Travels . The Staab House stands today in the form of a bar, where guests of La Posada enjoy cocktails and light Southwestern fare. Some have even reported meeting the grand lady.

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UNSOLVED--9 PEOPLE WIPED OUT BY AN ALIEN OR YETI?
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UFO-SIGHTINGS
GEORGE VAN TASSEL UFO
MORE GIANT ROCK UFO
THE GREATEST & STRANGEST UFO CONVENTION SHINDIGS OF ALL TIME --
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UFO PROPAGANDA
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ALIEN CONTACTEE HOWARD MENGER, HIS DATA & PHOTOS, HERE IS HIS FANTASTIC STORY --- LEGIT OR FANTASY?
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SF GHOST HISTORY TOUR
Santa Fe Ghost and History Tour--- info and pictures--facts and the paranormal on one tour--- a safari through Santa Fe!
WORDS of WISDOM
Wise words & links to paranormal stuff on this site.
JULIA: A SPIRITED GHOST
GHOST: JULIA STAAB
The ghost ofJULIA STAAB resides in Santa Fe at the LA POSADA resort. Here is info and photos on this phantom & location.
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SantaFe -- WHERE WE GO -- WHAT WE SEE -- IN THE ROYAL CITY! --- YOUR OWN PRIVATE GHOST or HISTORY TOUR! 505-986-5002

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SantaFe DAYTIME-HISTORY TOURS & (TWILIGHT + DAYTIME PARANORMAL TOURS) OR A COMBINATION OF BOTH! /// 505-986-5002 //// 505 231-1336 (SANTA FE DIMENSIONS TOUR)

SantaFe, New Mexico: ghost & history tours are filled with the macabre, historical and tales-(paranormal).-

The tours are as safe as I can make them, as in avoiding BAD MOJO. SO LETS GO TOURING! _________________________________________________________________

PARANORMAL- GHOST TOURS--------ALLAN guides you through old Santa Fe, as you trek by historic and haunted places and in some cases visit the courtyard of where the historic or ghastly deed was done! As in, this is where it all started, the upshot being the macabre tale or interesting historical yarn (COAST TO COAST TOUR-- PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER USA HAVE TAKEN THE TOUR).

HISTORY TOUR---------This is not your "REGULAR" tour. It encompasses all of SANTA FE's HISTORY & some of its paranormal. Hangings, lies, legends, beheadings, urban legends, Billy The Kid, Manhattan Project spies, Donna Tules, A few ghost stories, the Gettysburg of the West, etc. Also bits of northern New Mexico lore and facts are brought forward.

Bubbles are burst, and the low down is revealed on what really happened and where it happened in old SantaFe.

Tales from colonial days to modern times, is presented. SantaFe, being the oldest town in the USA, abounds in "things that go bump in the dark".

If you want a tour that is fun, sometimes scary and is fully researched Allan is your man.

Tours are around 90 minutes 120 minutes long. It all depends on the tour-plus the pace, questions, weather, what is open and available to us. Call Allan and book a private tour.

With a private tour, you or your group will be able to ask questions and will not have to put up with obnoxious adults or misbehaving kids. If you want Fascinating historical tales along with some Alfred Hitchcock type suspense stories -- this is the expedition to sign up for.

If you are shy, do not like big tour groups , or want to walk with a guide - in depth questions, then this tour is for you.

TEL # 505-986-5002 LAND LINE

TEL # 505-231-1336 CELL PHONE

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This is not a boring tour! IT's presented by the author of

"SANTA FE: MAYHEM & PARANORMAL GUIDE"

"GHOSTS-MURDER-MAYHEM: A CHRONICLE OF SANTA FE".

"MYSTERY-MAYHEM: CHRONICLE USA"

"DOMINGO NEGRO

GHOST TOURS SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO or SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO HISTORY TOURS =

The best damn tours in town, Allan knows his "STUFF"!

SOLO -- DUO -- SMALL GROUP or CLASS SIZE -- ALLAN is your tour guide!

SantaFe 505-986-5002 or 505-231-1336 HISTORY TOUR WITH PARANORMAL TALES

The History of SantaFe comes alive as you trek with Allan through the old part of town. This is not a tour of boring dates and names, history comes alive as you view the buildings and monuments or stroll through the plaza.

The Santa Fe Trail

Conquistadors

Legends-Lies-Truths

Billy The Kid

Atomic Bomb Mayhem

The Civil War

Indian Wars

The Cathedral if open

The Wild West

Where the old gallows used to be

La Llorona-GHOST-

Plus Other Santa Fe ghosts tales--and info from my investigations

Paranormal is sprinkled or poured into the tour!

Santa Fe's rich history and ghosts are covered and you will see and stand at where it happened. Tours last from 90-120 minutes.

Call ALLAN for a private tour, he is not some displaced new arrival to Santa Fe. Allan is a native Santa Fean, his family has been in SantaFe since the days of the Conquistadors, (That's before the Mayflower or Plymouth Rock)!

Tel # 505-986-5002 Land line

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HAPPY TOURISTS! A SMALL SELECTION OF LETTERS FROM THE MANY PEOPLE WHO HAVE BEEN ON ALLAN'S EXPEDITIONS!

Allan, just wanted to thank you again for giving such a awesome tour. Everybody in our party truly enjoyed listening to your stories. We had such a wonderful evening. Hope to do it again sometime soon.

Melinda ________________________________________________________________________

Allan! Just wanted you to know that your tour was the hands down favorite of my family. Thank you for such a special tour.

Pat---Texas _________________________________________________________________

We took your tour several weeks ago. Thanks again, the tour was great and we have recently talked to others who have taken tours that were not as informative or interesting as yours.

Jerry----Maryland ____________________________________________

ALLAN, Your walking tour was excellent. We learned a great deal about Santa Fe History. We returned later to follow your suggestions and continue on our own.

You suggested the Bandelier Monument, and that too was spectacular.

I will look forward to your new book.

Clint----Massachusets ____________________________________________

Hello, you had given a tour to my girlfriend and I last September. I realy enjoyed it and the conversations we had.

Guy----New Jersey ____________________________________________

(CONCERING PHOTOS OF GHOSTS-GHOST TOUR)

I happened to have my camera with me when you asked if anyone wanted to take pictures. I took two and you said contact you if anything came out of interest. Well, both have something on it. I had them developed in Phoenix before flying home and showed both couples and other friend and they were all surprised. I know I had everyone move away from those mirros at La Posada in Julia Staab's bedroom before taking those pictures. SO are you interested?

Pat---Florida ____________________________________________

You have an excellent recall about me. I guess I shouldn't be surprised given all the information and stories you can remember for the tours.

Even though no Julia (GHOSTS)pictures, the others I took on your tour came out very well, especially the Loretto Chapel shots. Sounds like Julia came out with a vengeance to show that group a thing or two!

Have a great day

Sean---Washington D.C. ____________________________________________

Hello, Definitely let me know when your book comes out. I 'm sure it will be full of much fascinating information.

Anne---New York ____________________________________________

Just wanted to thank you for a fantastic evening tour of murder + ghost--best part of the trip.

ROCHELLE-Southern California _______________________________________________

Thank you so much for the great tour! We enjoyed the history and were more than A LITTLE FREAKED OUT WHEN OUR CAMERA STOPPED WORKING at the first site!!! Your tour was definitely the highlight of our trip and we continued to talk about it on our way back to HOUSTON. I look forward to the publication of your new book and will be the first in line to buy a copy.

JERRE-HOUSTON, TEXAS

Sometimes on tours, cameras malfunction, break, or batteries are drained, courtesy of maniacal thing that goes bump in the night. On this tour, things went ZAP!) ______________________________________________________________

It was great fun for us. Ive already had some friends asking us how the tour was. I told them how much fun we had.

Thea ____________________________________

Allan, my husband Tom and I thoroughly enjoyed touring Santa Fe with you. We learned so much that I'm certain we would not have with another guide. Your insights and knowledge really made a difference in how we viewed the history and culture of Santa Fe. Thank you so much.

Mariann Dempsey ___________________________________

Thank you for the awesome tour!

Nikol ____________________________________

Thank you again for being our tour guide... we had a great time!!!!!

Melinda ______________________________________

If you are in Santa Fe, NM and you have a interest in tour and/ or the paranormal, look Allan Pacheco up. Ive taken tours with him both time Ive been in Santa Fe and be far, he is the best tour guide Ive had the fortune to meet.

Bill M.-Virginia.

WHEN YOU TOUR WITH ALLAN - - YOU BOX THE COMPASS AS YOU TREK THROUGH OLD SANTA FE!

HISTORICAL & PARANORMAL TOUR DE SANTA FE!

HISTORY TOURS: ALLAN LEADS YOU DOWN THE OLD MEAN CAMINOS OF SANTA FE- - IT'S ALL COVERED, COLONIAL SPANISH HISTORY TO MODERN TIMES!

YOUR TOUR COVERS THE GAMUT OF SANTA FE HISTORY & MACABRE!

DON'T GET BURNED BY NO NOTHING, BORING, BULLY TOUR GUIDES. ENJOY YOUR STAY IN SANTA FE, CALL ALLAN FOR --THE BEST DARN TOURS IN TOWN--!TEL # 505-986-5002 TEL # 505-231-1336--- SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO TOURS

TOUR GUIDE & AUTHOR, ALLAN HAS LED A GAAAZZZILION TOURS! HE HAS DECADES OF EXPERIENCE. OR CENTURIES OF EXPERIENCE 1900s -- THROUGH THE 200s -- TOUR BIZ -- FROM AROUND THE WORLD -- YES -- AL PACHECO IS A SEASONED TOUR GUIDE -SAFARI WITH AL --505-986-5002 or 505-231-1336

Actress DIANA MAIMAN-SAG-AFTRA- stands before a SantaFe mural near spook lane, GHOST_CITY-TOUR -- take it === you will safari past and through some haunted areas. 505-986-5002 or 505-231-1336. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ - On ALLAN's tours History & Paranormal can become SURREAL! You will get the TRUTH, TALL TALES, LIES, LEGENDS, GHOST STORIES & FACTS!

A happy, private tour, adventurer. Rochelle Laungjur meets artist Massione, the bronze man. When he was alive, Massione was a SantaFe treasure.

SantaFe -- see the Royal City with guide AL PACHECO 505-986-5002 or 505-231-1336

YET-ANOTHER FUN TOUR: SEAN & SAMANTHA at La Poasada during a history combination paranormal tour. Like me, Sean digs the BEACH BOYS, their harmonies, lyrics, and songs about car culture. However Sean is the ultimate fan, his knowledge of surfer music, as in "THE BEACH BOYS", is second to none. ------------------------------------------------------------------------A POEM--SENT TO ME FROM A FEMALE FAN WHO TOOK ONE OF MY TOURS------ THANK YOU---FOR THE PROSE------------

"I'LL MET BY MOONLIGHT--ALLAN PACHECO"

As he never took off his hat, I never fully saw the face of this master of the macabre.

He fascinated me, with tales of history, and the undead, I felt safe with him as we wandered old Santa Fe. In those hours I felt his passion, his love for his hometown, and it's haunted past.

I felt a bit of envy, yet how could I shout, "Let me see what you see, what you hear, let me experience the other world," to a stranger I'd just met.

----------------------------------------------------WHAT A LOVELY TRIBUTE---(THE POEM)………------------------------------

"MYSTERY-MAYHEM: CHRONICLE USA" = PARANORMAL & CONSPIRACY DELUXE!

"DOMINGO NEGRO" = "THE NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD" MEETS "THE WILD BUNCH" or COWBOS vs. ZOMBIES!

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SANTA FE'S TOP 3 HAUNTED PLACES

It’s the perfect time of year to dive into the rich history of Santa Fe – a time to share ghost stories and explore places of significance…that just happen to be haunted. It is the season of Halloween, after all. Here are a few fun ways to learn more about this region’s history while celebrating the season.

La Fonda Historic Hotel

Though La Fonda’s current building was completed in 1922, it was the site of the original inn in the city, dating back to 1607. As such, the hotel has quite a history. Head over there for lunch or dare to book a room and stay for a night and visit the ghosts who have become famous in Santa Fe lore. There’s John P. Slough, Chief Justice of the Territorial Supreme Court, who was shot there. He’s been seen roaming the halls in his trademark long black coat. Then there’s the ghost bride, who has been seen in the elevators and in and around the bridal suite – she met an unsavory end when an ex-lover murdered her before her wedding. Diners in the courtyard restaurant have seen the distraught businessman who threw himself into when he couldn’t pay back his debt.

The Dark Side of Santa Fe

This ghost tour will take you on a fun, yet spooky walk through town. The guide, Stefanie Beninato, has lived in two haunted houses in the city and knows all the local stories. She’ll show you the best locations for ghost sightings and tell you the stories that happened inside the walls of those buildings. It’s known by locals as one of the most fun walking tours in Santa Fe.

Like La Fonda, this hotel has a rich history of ghostly occurrences. It was built by Abraham and Julia Staab in 1882. They raised their six children there, but sadly, their seventh child died soon after childbirth. That, and a series of subsequent miscarriages left Julia heartbroken until her death at the age of 52. Though the hotel has changed hands over the years, there have been countless reports of employees and visitors witnessing the apparition of a woman in a gown, presumed to be Julia Staab.

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15 Scariest Haunted Places in New Mexico for Ghost-Spotting

How fun is ghost hunting? Extremely fun! One of the best ways to face your mortality is by encountering ghosts who haven’t moved on. They will remind you that no one lives forever. Although, anyone has the potential to haunt forever. With the Halloween season among us, what better way to celebrate than to experience the mysteries of the dead? This Halloween, even if you can’t visit these ghostly places, you can at least have some new ghost stories to tell others and keep you up at night. Here are 15 of the most haunted places in New Mexico.

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1) Philmont Scout Ranch – Clayton, New Mexico

The area around Clayton has seen its fair share of bloodshed and horror. It’s no surprise that it makes it on this list of haunted places in New Mexico.

Thomas “Black Jack” Ketchum was the only person ever hanged in Clayton, New Mexico. He was executed for the crime of train robbery. One thing that makes Black Jack Ketchum really unlucky is that he was also the only person ever hanged in the state of New Mexico for train robbery. The law was found to be unconstitutional shortly after his hanging.

Encounter With The Ghost

One camper recounts his experience of running into the ghost of Thomas “Black Jack” Ketchum. He had a run-in with the legendary train robber while camping. It was near the Philmont Scout Ranch in the nearby mountains with other boy scouts. One area they decided to camp near was an abandoned gold mine that served as Ketchum’s hideout. The hideout was a large rock overhang. The scouts thought it would be fun to camp there for the night. However, their leader insisted that they stay at a nearby-designated site. Disappointed, several of the scouts set their tents up several hundred feet away from the leader’s tent.

Suddenly, one of the rogue campers was awakened by a noise in the bushes. He said that he felt paralyzed, unable to move and tried to call out to the others. Then he saw a cowboy, dressed all in black come running out of the bushes toward the hideout. He said the man was mostly solid but some parts of him appeared translucent. He described the man as filthy dirty, with a tattered hat, clothes from the 1800s, and terribly yellowed teeth. His face was very red, glistening with sweat, with lots of facial hair and the apparition held a revolver.

The cowboy was apparently unaware of the scout, but the boy was very scared. A strange fog emanated from the tree line across from a small stream and he could hear men yelling, and then muffled gunfire. The cowboy turned and fired his revolver six times into the trees and then ran and stood right over the scout. The cowboy was wounded in the shoulder and discharged six bullets from his revolver right on top of him.

As he watched, the bullets disappeared as they fell onto his sleeping bag. The cowboy then reloaded his revolver, fired additional shots into the trees, and suddenly the cowboy saw the scout. The expression on the cowboy’s face indicated that the scout had just suddenly appeared before his eyes. He seemed to be confused and confounded, while the scout was terrified. Then, the cowboy un-cocked his pistol, looking at the scout very closely, and said, “You’re not supposed to be here,” and then just disappeared into thin air.

2) Fort Union, New Mexico

Back in the days of the Wild West frontier (arguably these days are still here), Fort Union was one of the last spots of white civilization. One would have to travel many miles to find any other place where one could partake in social life. Among the ladies at the post was a young woman who happened to be the sister-in-law of a captain. She loved the variety and spice of adventure to be found there. She also loved the attention that the young officers paid to her. A young lieutenant proved especially susceptible to her charms and devoted himself to her in the hope that he should ultimately win her hand.

One day messengers came dashing into the fort with news of an Apache outbreak. The lieutenant was put in command of the expedition, but before starting he confided his love to the young woman, who not only acknowledged that she returned his affection, but promised that if the fortune of war deprived him of life she would never marry another. As he bade her farewell, he said he’ll come back to her no matter what happens.

In a few days, the detachment came back, but the lieutenant was missing. It was noticed that the woman didn’t seem to grieve much for him, and nobody was surprised when she announced her intention of marrying a young man from the East. On the eve of her wedding, a dance was arranged. As the dance was in full swing a door flew open with a bang. A loud cry was heard throughout the dancehall. In the doorway stood the body of a dead man dressed in the stained uniform of an officer. His temple was marked by a hatchet-gash, his scalp was gone, and his eyes were wide open.

The Start of the Death-Waltz

He walked to the bride and took her from the arms of her husband. Then he began to waltz with her. The musicians, who afterward declared that they did not know what they were doing, played as though bewitched. The couple spun around and around, the woman growing paler and paler until at last, she died in his arms. The dead man allowed her to sink to the floor, stood over her for a moment, wrung his hands as he sounded his fearful cry again, then vanished through the door. A few days after, a troop of soldiers who had been to the scene of the Apache encounter returned with the body of the lieutenant.

This legendary death-waltz is an eerie tale. It could simply be a great ghost story told by the soldiers to pass the time. Though maybe, just maybe, this eerie event did occur and you might be able to witness it during a visit to one of the most haunted places in New Mexico – the Fort Union National Monument.

3) The Luna-Otero Mansion – Los Lunas, New Mexico

In 1692 Domingo de Luna was granted land by the King of Spain in what would later become Los Lunas, New Mexico. A few years later, Don Pedro Otero arrived under similar circumstances. Over the years, the two families added to their fortunes through livestock and additional land acquisitions. Both families became extremely powerful and were involved in politics. The marriages of Solomon Luna to Adelaida Otero and Manuel A. Otero to Eloisa Luna in the late 1800s united these two families into what became known as the Luna-Otero Dynasty.

When the Santa Fe Railroad wanted a right-of-way through the Luna property in 1880, the proposed railroad tracks were planned directly through the Luna hacienda. The railroad agreed to build a new home for Antonio Jose Luna and his family according to their specifications. Before long, a southern colonial-style mansion, built with adobe materials of the southwest was completed for the family. However, Antonio Jose died in 1881, the same year that the house was completed. As a result, his oldest son, Tranquilino and his family were the first to live in a luxurious home. When Tranquilino died in 1892, his younger brother Solomon took the reins of the empire and moved into the spacious mansion.

The Ghostly Manifestations

Over the years the mansion changed hands several times before it was purchased and renovated as a fine dining establishment in the 1970s. It was then that the ghost of Josefina began to appear. Dressed in 1920s period clothing, she has been described by employees as appearing very real. Most often she is seen in two former bedrooms on the second floor, an attic storeroom, and at the top of the stairs leading to the second-floor bar.

At the top of the stairs sits an old rocking chair which she has often been seen sitting in and rocking slowly. On one occasion when an employee approached the ghostly apparition, she simply stood up then slowly vanished. More often she is seen walking up and down the stairs, a habit that has been so commonplace that employees barely notice anymore.

Another famous ghost is said to roam the mansion. A former servant named Cruz, who was thought to have been a groundskeeper. Most often seen on the main level, he is said to be friendly to women and children and likes to play practical jokes on the employees and patrons. On one occasion he was seen sitting on a sofa dressed in vintage attire, the man was relaxing patiently when a waitress asked another staff member why he hadn’t been served. However, the response was “What man?” and when the waitress looked back to the sofa, the ghost of Cruz was no longer there.

Today the staff claim that other spirits also roam this historic mansion making it one of the most haunted places in New Mexico.

4) The Laguna Vista Hotel – Eagle Nest, New Mexico

Locals call the Laguna Vista Saloon , built-in 1896, the “Guney”. The El Monte, as it was originally called, was allegedly built with stolen railroad ties, which are still visible in some of the rooms. A would-be innkeeper transported the petrified railroad ties from Ute Park to Elizabethtown for two summers, but when he returned after the winter, the railroad ties were missing and a new hotel had been built in Therma, which later changed its name to Eagle Nest. Behind the original saloon were a 17-foot deep hand-dug well and several icehouses.

The El Monte was one of the busiest saloons in the 1920s and 30’s when the politicians stopped over on their way to the horse races in Raton, New Mexico to partake of the many roulette wheels, gaming tables and slot machines offered in the saloons, inns, and businesses of Eagle Nest. It was sometime during this period that the El Monte’s name was changed to the Laguna Vista Lodge and was operated by a couple named Gene and Pearl Wilson. At this time, the Wilson’s often had to protect their gambling profits when transporting them from the saloon to their living quarters, by arming themselves with guns.

The First Hauntings

In 1964, the “new” hotel was built next to the original hotel for additional guests. In 1971, Bert Clemens bought the property and continues to operate it to this day. At one point, a psychic visited the property who counted at least 22 spirits lingering around the place. One employee reported to Mr. Clemens, that while she was in the kitchen she heard the vacuum running in the dining room, but when she went to investigate no one was there and the vacuum was sitting still and silent.

A former manager, Jim, also claims that eerie things happen, such as the piano in the dining room sometimes plays when no one is there, and a dining table chair is pulled up next to the piano. The staff will replace the chair next to one of the dining tables only to find it later back in front of the piano again.

The Hauntings Continue

Customers and staff have reported that a woman in dance-hall dress often appears, then vanishes toward the site of the hidden staircase. This spirit is said to be that of a woman on her honeymoon with her husband, enjoying a stay at the hotel. Her husband ventured out one day to go hunting and never returned. The distraught young woman was left stuck and destitute. She was said to have become a saloon girl in order to provide for herself. Supposedly, it is her spirit that lingers at the hotel in search of her long lost husband.

A former employee of the Laguna Vista, Kristi Dukes, who was a cook in the restaurant in 1999, stated that she encountered several spooky visits from a spirit that is said to have once been a saloon girl in the old lodge.

According to Kristi, both her and her mother Jane, who also worked in the restaurant, would often encounter these visits whenever the music they were listening to in the kitchen was anything other than classic rock or country music. When Kristi would change the music, strange things would occur. On one such occasion, a marble rolling pin was thrown at Kristi, on other occasions pots and pans would fall off of the walls. Once, when odd things were happening, Jane asked Kristi to turn off the music but when she switched off the stereo, the music continued to play. She then unplugged the stereo and the music played on. Frightened, the two left at the end of the evening only to return the following day to a silent stereo.

It is in the Laguna Vista Restaurant Dining Room, which was once the hotel lobby that held the hidden staircase to the upstairs rooms, that the ghost is most often encountered.

Most Recent and Most Frightening Haunting

The spookiest story actually occurred when Kristi brought her 2-year-old daughter to work one day. She had put bells on her daughter’s shoes so that she could keep track of her while she was working. Her daughter walked into the kitchen very gently and slowly. Kristi said she looked very odd and when she asked her what was wrong, her daughter replied, “the lady told me to stop making noise”. When Kristi asked her where the lady was, she led her mother into the dining room and pointed at “someone” saying “that lady.” Kristi saw no one but her daughter insisted that her mother remove the bells from her shoes.

Laguna Vista Lodge has seen its fair share of frightening paranormal activity. It is easily one of the most haunted places in New Mexico.

5) La Fonda Hotel – Santa Fe, New Mexico

At 100 E. San Francisco Street, in the historic district of Santa Fe , sits the historic La Fonda Hotel. This old hotel has been providing a pillow for weary travelers since 1922. However, the location itself has been called home to some kind of inn or “La Fonda” since Santa Fe’s earliest days. Records show when Santa Fe was founded in 1607, an inn on this location was one of the first businesses established in the new settlement. According to local lore, the court was held in the original adobe hotel, as well as executions, when guilty offenders were hanged in the lobby.

The First Deaths

The hotel was destroyed and rebuilt several times over the years. In 1821, when Captain William Becknell blazed the path of what would become known as the Santa Fe Trail. He stayed at a La Fonda where the trail terminated at the town’s central plaza. As more and more pioneers traveled the Santa Fe Trail, the La Fonda became a popular destination for trappers, traders, mountain men, soldiers, politicians and the like. Soon after New Mexico became a U.S. Territory in 1848, the inn was purchased by Anglo-American owners who changed its name to the U.S. Hotel. The gambling Hall continued to be a major feature, however, providing entertainment for military officers and the occasional professional gambler.

Many people made their fortunes here. Many also lost their fortunes. But one unfortunate person lost his life in 1857 at the end of a rope strung up in the hotel’s backyard by a lynch mob.

Ten years later, in 1867, the Honorable John P. Slough, Chief Justice of the Territorial Supreme Court, was shot to death in the hotel lobby. Slough was in a dispute with Captain Rynerson, a member of the Territorial Legislature representing Dona Ana County when he Slough called Rynerson a liar and a thief. The offended Rynerson then shot Slough, who died of his wounds. Though Rynerson was tried, he was later acquitted. Around this same time, the hotel was sold again and became The Exchange Hotel, the name under which it operated for nearly six decades.

The Hauntings Begin

More than 100 years ago, a distraught salesman who lost his company’s money in a card game, leaped to his death down a deep well that was located just outside the gambling hall of the Exchange Hotel.

Today the La Fonda Hotel is said to host not only travelers visiting Santa Fe but also several ghosts. Some people believe that the Honorable Judge Slough continues to walk its hallways. However, more often reported, is the ghost of the distraught salesman who jumped into the well after losing all of his company’s money. The hotel’s dining room is situated directly over the old well. Both guests and staff alike have reported the sight of a ghostly figure that walks to the center of the room, then seemingly jumps into the floor and disappears.

Other reported phenomena include an apparition that haunts the Santa Fe Room. As well as a spirit that walks the hallways near La Terraza, a restaurant located on the east side of the hotel’s third floor.

In the 1970s, a guest reportedly called the front desk to complain that someone was walking up and down the hallway in front of his room. When an employee was sent to investigate, he saw a tall man in a long, black coat disappear into a stairwell. However, when he followed him to the stairs, there was no sign of the mysterious visitor.

The hauntings continue at La Fonda today. It is one of the perfect Wild West haunted places in New Mexico.

6) The St. James Hotel – Cimarron, New Mexico

The St James Hotel was built in 1872 by Henri Lambert and was originally called Lambert’s Inn. Its saloon, restaurant and 43 rooms were witnesses to at least 26 murders during Cimarron’s wilder days. Clay Allison, Black Jack Ketchum, Jesse James, and Buffalo Bill Cody have all left their mark on the St. James, as attested by the numerous bullet holes in the ceiling of the main dining room.

Before Henry made his way to New Mexico, he was the personal chef to President Lincoln. He continued to hold the position until the president was assassinated in 1865. Before long, Henry made his way west in search of gold. Finally settling in Elizabethtown, New Mexico, he opened a saloon and restaurant.

At this time Elizabethtown, Cimarron, and much of the surroundings were owned by Lucien B. Maxwell. The Maxwell Land Grant was the largest land grant ever made in the United States. When Maxwell sold the grant in 1870, the new Land Grant Company men discovered that Henry Lambert was working in Elizabethtown. They then enticed him to come to Cimarron.

The Murder Saloon

The Lambert Inn, as it was called at the time, opened for business in 1872. Built during a time when law and order were non-existent, the saloon quickly gained a reputation as a place of violence. It is said that 26 men were shot and killed. The first question usually asked around Cimarron in the morning was, “Who was killed at Lambert’s last night?” Another favorite expression following a killing was, “It appears Lambert had himself another man for breakfast.”

The saloon was wildly popular with cowboys, traders, miners and the many travelers of the Santa Fe Trail. The saloon did so well that Henry added guest rooms in 1880, and the hotel was soon considered to be one of the most elegant hotels west of the Mississippi River

Famous Guests Arrive

Many well-known people stayed there over the years. Wyatt Earp, his brother Morgan, and their wives spent three nights at the St. James on their way to Tombstone, Arizona. Jesse James stayed there several times, always in room 14, signing the registry with his alias, R.H. Howard.

Jesse James’ nemesis and would-be killer, Bob Ford, also stayed at the St. James. As well as the legendary Wild West showman, Buffalo Bill Cody met Annie Oakley at the hotel and began to plan and rehearse their Wild West Show. As Fred Lambert grew older, Buffalo Bill would be one of the first to give him instruction in the use of guns. Fred Lambert would spend his entire life upholding the law as a Cimarron Sheriff, a member of the tribal police and a territorial marshal. When Buffalo Bill and Annie Oakley left Cimarron to take their show on the road, they took an entire village of Indians from the Cimarron area with them.

Other notables who have stayed at the historic inn include Bat Masterson, train robber Black Jack Tom Ketchum, General Sheridan, Doc Holliday, Billy the Kid, Clay Allison,Pat Garret, artist Fredrick Remington, Governor Lew Wallace, and writer Zane Grey. The Hotel was later renamed St. James and continues to cater to travelers today.

The Almost End of One of the Most Haunted Places in New Mexico

When the railroads came through, the Santa Fe Trail died, and soon after, the gold in the area began to play out. Cimarron’s population began to dwindle and the elegant St. James Hotel fell into disrepair.

When Henry Lambert’s sons, Fred and Gene, replaced the roof of the Lambert Inn in 1901, they found more than 400 bullet holes in the ceiling above the bar. A double layer of heavy wood prevented anyone from sleeping upstairs from being killed. Today, the ceiling of the dining room still holds 22 bullet holes.

Henri Lambert died in 1913. His wife, Mary E. Lambert died in 1926. Through the years, the old hotel was, at many times, uninhabited and passed from owner to owner. However, in 1985 the St. James Hotel was restored to its former luxury.

The Hauntings

The St. James Hotel is said to remain host to several restless spirits. Both the owners and the guests of the hotel will tell you that it is haunted by many unexplained events. Several psychics have visited the hotel and identified three specific spirits, as well as many others who just pass through to relive their experiences. Making this one of the most haunted places in New Mexico.

7) Santa Fe River – Santa Fe, New Mexico (And Vicinity)

Saving my favorite for last! The legend of La Llorona, Spanish for the Weeping Woman, has been a part of Hispanic culture in the Southwest since the days of the conquistadores. The tall, thin spirit is said to be blessed with natural beauty and long flowing black hair. Wearing a white gown, she roams the rivers and creeks, wailing into the night and searching for children to drag, screaming to a watery grave.

No one really knows when the legend of La Llorona began or, from where it originated. Though the tales vary from source to source, the one common thread is that she is the spirit is of a doomed mother who drowned her children and now spends eternity searching for them in rivers and lakes.

The Life of Maria

La Llorona, christened “Maria”, was born to a peasant family in a humble village. Her startling beauty captured the attention of both the rich and the poor men of the area. She was said to have spent her days in her humble peasant surroundings, but in the evenings, she would don her best white gown and thrill the men who admired her in the local fandangos.

The young men anxiously waited for her arrival and she reveled in the attention that she received. However, La Llorona had two small sons who made it difficult for her to spend her evenings out, and often, she left them alone while she cavorted with the gentlemen during the evenings. One day the two small boys were found drowned in the river. Some say they drowned through her neglect, but others say that they may have died by her own hand.

Another legend says that La Llorona was a caring woman full of life and love who married a wealthy man who lavished her with gifts and attention. However, after she bore him two sons, he began to change, returning to a life of womanizing and alcohol, often leaving her for months at a time. He seemingly no longer cared for the beautiful Maria. When he did return home, it was only to visit his children and the devastated Maria began to feel resentment toward the boys. One evening, as Maria was strolling with her two children on a shady pathway near the river, her husband came by in a carriage with an elegant lady beside him. He stopped and spoke to his children, but ignored Maria. Then drove the carriage down the road without looking back.

After seeing this Maria went into a terrible rage, and turning against her children, she seized them and threw them into the river. As they disappeared downstream, she realized what she had done and ran down the bank to save them, but it was too late. Maria broke down into inconsolable grief, running down the streets screaming and wailing.

Maria Mourns

The beautiful La Llorona mourned them day and night. During this time, she would not eat and walked along the river in her white gown searching for her boys — hoping they would come back to her. She cried endlessly as she roamed the riverbanks and her gown became soiled and torn. When she continued to refuse to eat, she grew thinner and appeared taller until she looked like a walking skeleton. Still a young woman, she finally died on the banks of the river.

Not long after her death, her restless spirit began to appear, walking the banks of the Santa Fe River when darkness fell. Her weeping and wailing became a curse of the night and people began to be afraid to go out after dark. She was said to have been seen drifting between the trees along the shoreline or floating on the current with her long white gown spread out upon the waters. On many a dark night, people would see her walking along the riverbank and crying for her children. And so, they no longer spoke of her as Maria, but rather, La Llorona, the weeping woman. Children are warned not to go out in the dark, for La Llorona might snatch them, throwing them to their deaths in the flowing waters.

More Legends

Though the legends vary, the apparition is said to act without hesitation or mercy. The tales of her cruelty depends on the version of the legend you hear. Some say that she kills indiscriminately, taking men, women, and children — whoever is foolish enough to get close enough to her. Others say that she is very barbaric and kills only children, dragging them screaming to a watery grave.

When Patricio Lugan was a boy, he and his family saw her on a creek between Mora and Guadalupita, New Mexico. As the family was sitting outside talking, they saw a tall, thin woman walking along the creek. She then seemed to float over the water, started up the hill, and vanished. However, just moments later she reappeared much closer to them and then disappeared again. The family looked for footprints and finding none, they had no doubt that the woman they had seen was La Llorona.

Still More Legends

She has been seen along many rivers across the entire Southwest. Her legend has become part of Hispanic culture everywhere. Part of the legend is that those who do not treat their families well will see her. And then she will teach them a lesson.

Another story involved a man by the name of Epifanio Garcia. He was said to be an outspoken boy who often argued with his mother and his father. After a heated argument, Epifanio, along with his brothers, Carlos and Augustine decided to leave their ranch in Ojo de La Vaca. They decided to head toward the Villa Real de Santa Fe. However, when they were along their way, they were visited by a tall woman wearing a black cloak and a black net over her face. Two of the boys were riding in the front of the wagon when the spirit appeared on the seat between them. She was silent and continued to sit there until Epifanio finally turned the horses around and headed back home. After turning to go home she said: “I will visit you again someday when you argue with your mother.”

The Wailing Legends Continue

In Santa Fe, New Mexico, the tall wailing spirit has been seen repeatedly in the PERA Building. It was built on land that was once an old Spanish-Indian graveyard near the Santa Fe River. Many people who have been employed there tell of frightening experiences. They hear cries echoing through the halls and feel unseen hands pushing them while on the stairways.

Many have heard La Llorona in the night. One can hear her wailing next to rivers. Her wanderings have grown wider, following Hispanic people wherever they go. Many appearances of La Lorona have been reported throughout the Southwest. Even as far north as Montana on the banks of the Yellowstone River. La Llorona makes these rivers some of the most haunted places in New Mexico.

The Hispanic people believe that the Weeping Woman will always be with them. She will continue to follow the rivers looking for her children. And, for this reason, many of them fear the dark as they pass the legend to the next generations

8. El Rancho Hotel – Gallup, New Mexico

Built in 1937 by famous movie producer D.W. Griffith’s brother, R.E. Griffith. At one time it was a hot-spot for celebrities to stay at and party while on location for movies they were starring in. A few on this list included Ronald Reagan, Spencer Tracy, Katherine Hepburn, and Kirk Douglas. Gallup provided a lot of great scenery for westerns filmed from the 1940s-1960s.

Haunted Happenings

Many claims by hotel guests over the years include sounds of footsteps and laughter in the lobby when no one was there, doors opening and closing, objects flying around and feelings of unexplained cold spots.

9. KiMo Theatre – Albuquerque, New Mexico

The Pueblo-Deco KiMo Theatre was built in 1927. The innovative Oreste Bachechi wanted a Southwestern style theatre. Customers can see movies, plays, musicals, as well as musical performances at the theatre throughout the year. It is truly a genuine Albuquerque landmark.

Employees and customers have seen an apparition of a lady wearing a bonnet roaming the hallways. Though the most active haunting is believed to be by a boy named Bobby Darnall. Bobby died in the theatre when a boiler exploded. Employees claim that Bobby’s ghost is mischievous. He likes to play pranks on the crew. Often the theatre performers will leave out donuts for him so he’ll not interfere with their show.

10. Sierra Vista Hospital – Truth or Consequences, New Mexico

The Sierra Vista Hospital is located in the brilliantly named city of Truth or Consequences. It is old but is still an operational hospital today. And it has a dark side!

Nurses have claimed and continue to claim to hear babies crying when there are no babies around. Doors seem to open and close on their own without anyone close enough to be the cause. Also, electronics often turn off and on their own accord. The scariest hauntings, however, are the sightings of ghostly apparitions of nuns who used to work there long ago. What’s scarier than a ghost of a nun?!

11. United World Colleges / Montezuma Castle – Montezuma, New Mexico

Montezuma Castle was built in 1886 by the A T & SF Railroad. The natural hot springs near it were thought to ease the suffering of people with tuberculosis, “chronic rheumatism, gout, biliary, and renal calculi.” It closed on October 31, 1903. After that, it was used as a training center by Jim Flynn for his 1912 boxing match with Jack Johnson. Then it was owned by the YMCA, next to a Baptist college from 1922 until 1931. Then in 1937, it was sold to the Catholic Church when it operated as a seminary for Mexican Jesuits until 1972. It was vacant until 1981 when the castle and the surrounding 100 acres were purchased by industrialist Armand Hammer for use as a United World College campus.

The castle is quite old and even had a few fires. And with age and fire comes hauntings! Ghostly opera music has been heard when no one is performing or playing any music. It is also believed that the ghost of a former owner of the castle roams the halls. Lastly, there have been sightings of a woman’s ghost appearing in the main tower at night.

12. Urraca Mesa – Colfax County

This is the most ancient of all the haunted locations in New Mexico. The Urraca Mesa is in Northern New Mexico. It is a mythological location for the Hopi and Dineh (Navajo). Stories of its evil were orally passed down by the ancient Anasazi. The Hopi and Dineh believe that the Urraca Mesa is a gateway between worlds – specifically our world and the underworld of Hell. The tribes have erected many cat totems to guard the gate. The name “Urraca” means “magpie” in Anasazi. It is believed that a magpie has the power to call out names to inform them of an upcoming horrific event.

When a series of unfortunate events had been occurring to the ancient Navajo, they decided to investigate. The shamans traced the cause of their plight to the Urraca Mesa.

Not necessarily ghostly in nature, but there are odd aspects to the Urraca Mesa that make it a haunted location. Try using a compass here. It won’t work properly. Also, legend has it that the cat totems have been slowly disappearing over the ages. And once they are all gone, the gateway to Hell will be opened for demons to walk freely into our world. In need of a scary hiking trip? I dare you to visit the gateway to Hell!

13. La Posada de Santa Fe – Santa Fe, New Mexico

Perhaps the most famous of the haunted locations in New Mexico is the La Posada de Santa Fe. It was built on ancient native lands in Santa Fe, New Mexico in 1882 by a merchant named Abraham Staab. It originally was a three-story brick mansion in the French Second Empire-style. He and his wife Julia entertained many people in their not-so-humble abode. They also impressed many of the Santa Fe society with their expensive European decorations. It is now an upscale resort and spa.

It is said that Julia Staab suffered from severe depression after one of her children died. Her body passed away after her long bout of depression. However, has her spirit passed onward? Her spirit has been spotted throughout the resort. Several guests have claimed to actually have met her. Besides her ghost appearances, objects have been known to fly around on their own.

14. “Old Main,” New Mexico State Penitentiary

“Old Main” used to be the maximum-security prison of the New Mexico State Penitentiary. It was the site of the bloodiest prison riot in American history. On February 2, 1980, several inmates high on bathtub liquor and prescription meds took over Cellblock 4. Afterward, they went on a vicious 36-hour killing spree using blowtorches, hatchets, and power tools.

Thirty-three people died during the riot, which includes both prisoners and correctional officers. Additionally, over 200 were injured. Records show that some of the victims were burned alive and beheaded. The violent riot permanently changed the New Mexico prison system.

Many vengeful, angry spirits of the dead are said to roam the abandoned prison facilities. Brave travelers report hearing footsteps when no one is around, prison doors being slammed shut, and sounds of men screaming in agony in the distance. With so much carnage committed and hate felt here, it’s no surprise that this prison is one of the most terrifying haunted places in New Mexico.

15. Dawson, Near Cimarron, New Mexico

Dawson is one of the most tragic and spookiest haunted places in New Mexico. Two major mining disasters happened there. In 1913, 263 miners died in a massive explosion, which went down as one of the worst coal mining disasters in US history. Just ten years later, 121 miners died in another blast. These events led residents to abandon the town, and only old graves are left scattered in Dawson.

Locals report seeing the helmet lights of miners at night as if they’re wandering around aimlessly seeking something they don’t yet understand. Other strange lights, as well as restless apparitions, have been seen wandering the cemetery by many witnesses.

The wild west is still wild in many ways. Because of this, many haunted places in New Mexico exist. And New Mexico is a beautiful state with a lot of great history. It has something for everyone, even aspiring or professional investigators of the paranormal.

With its violent Wild West history, rich Native American roots, and surreal landscapes, New Mexico is infamous for its many spooky attractions and places to see. Do you dare to go off the beaten path? Then take this with you and brace yourself for your visits to the scariest haunted places in New Mexico.

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Overgrown cemeteries. Crumbling walls. Doors hanging open as if a building’s occupants might return any moment. New Mexico ghost towns are inherently unnerving, but they’re also fascinating snapshots of the past. Sometimes residents drift away gradually. Other times people abandon towns quickly, due to a tragedy or because of lost economic opportunities. Here are 8 of the best ghost towns in New Mexico .

1. Lake Valley, between Nutt and Hillsboro

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3. Elizabethtown, near Eagle Nest

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5. white oaks, near carrizozo.

6. Shakespeare, near Lordsburg

7. Hagan, near Madrid

8. Chloride, near Winston

Have you visited any of these places? Do you find ghost towns in New Mexico creepy, intriguing, or just sad? Tell us about your ghost town explorations if you hit the road to visit any of these or other New Mexico ghost towns. If you’re in the mood for more spooky reading, check out this haunted cemetery in New Mexico .

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Are you looking for the most haunted places of New Mexico?

New Mexico is a state with an incredibly rich history, which can be seen in its ancient archaeological sites, abandoned ghost towns and forgotten battlefields. Along with all this come stories of lost spirits that wander through the halls and citadels of New Mexico’s past – tales of apparitions and mysterious occurrences.

If you’re looking for a unique adventure then heading to some of these haunted places will undoubtedly give you an experience like no other! From underground mine pits to eerie train cars, this guide provides a comprehensive look at some of the most noteworthy haunted places across New Mexico so get ready to be creeped out!

Things To Do in Haunted New Mexico

Day 1 – 2: albuquerque.

We recommend starting your trip in Albuquerque, New Mexico. You can easily spend two or even three days here checking out the local sites and haunted locations! Since are so many places to see in Albuquerque, we made an article you can check out!

👻➡️ Check out our 22 Haunted Places in Albuquerque article here!

🚗➡️ This trip takes you throughout a large portion of New Mexico. Best way to get around is by rental car which you can book here !

Day 3: Mountainair – Mesilla

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1. Shaffer Hotel

The first thing you’ll notice about the building are the large swastikas painted onto the facade. Please be mindful, when right facing and laying flat, it is a Hindu symbol and has no relation to the Nazi symbol.

The Shaffer Hotel was established in 1923 by Clem “Pop” Shaffer, who is reputed to still stroll its lobby and hallways. There might be other visitors hanging out there as well.

Forms of eerie shadows on the second floor, flashing lights, and cold spots in the conference room are most of the paranormal sightings found here.

Today, it is still a operating hotel and dining hall. You don’t need to spend the night here, but maybe stop by for a quick bite of American Mexican cuisine.

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2. The Luna Mansion

The Santa Fe Railway constructed the mansion in the 1880s as a gesture of gratitude to the Luna-Otero family for allowing a right-of-way across their sizable property. The building’s adobe construction and Victorian Southern Colonial design are distinctive to New Mexico.

Many people think Josefita Otero never left her house since she loved it so much and died there in 1951. According to all accounts, she was a kind person in real life, and witnesses have reported seeing her ghost in two upper bedrooms as well as on the stairs.

The venue has adopted these eerie rumors, renaming the space where she appears as The Spirit Lounge. She has been spotted by staff and visitors dressed in 1920s glitz before disappearing.

Additionally, a young man in vintage attire has been spotted relaxing nearby.

Today, the Luna Mansion is home to a wonderful restaurant. We recommend going on a Sunday morning so you can enjoy their Sunday brunch, especially their Rio Grande Rancheros or the Banana Foster French Toast.

If you come on a weekday, make sure you check out The Spirit Lounge for a quick drink.

Truth or Consequences

The “Truth or Consequences” exit sign on Interstate 25 is a popular spot for people to stop and take pictures. It’s not everyday you see a city with such an outlandish name.

It is situated beside the Rio Grande in the heart of the vast deserts of southwestern New Mexico. Even while the name is intriguing in and of itself, exploring the town reveals even more oddities.

Hot Springs, named for the numerous geothermal spring-fed baths that came to dominate the town, was the original name of Truth of Consequences. A rather appropriate name for such a town.

In March 1950, the well-known NBC radio program “Truth or Consequences” offered free advertising to the first American community to call itself Truth or Consequences. Hot Springs opted to accept the invitation and was given the honors.

On April 1st, 1950, the “Truth or Consequences” radio program debuted in Truth or Consequences, which was a significant occasion for such a tiny town.

Truth or Consequences has appeared on numerous “strange place name” lists since then. Another famous TV show, Doctor Who, used the city in the episode “The Zygon Invasion,” whose premise was inspired by the city’s peculiar moniker.

This is a great place to rest and take a dip in one of the many hot springs!

💧➡️ We recommend BlackStone Hotsprings where you can book a private bathing area in advance!

🏨➡️ If by chance your looking to extend your time here to really enjoy the hot springs, and wanting to explore the near by Ghost Towns, check out Riverbend Hot Springs for overnight stays!

👻➡️ If you are planning to stay overnight, check our this ghost tour in Truth or Consequences!

3. Dona Ana County Courthouse & Jail

The 1937 construction of the jail and courthouse for Dona Ana County. It has grown considerably in popularity in Las Cruces since it was abandoned. Its eerie halls play a part in its appeal.

Considered to be one of the terrifingly haunted places of New Mexico, numerous ghosts are rumored to inhabit the old courthouse. People claim that the structure is eerie, and most have unusual experiences there. Unidentified voices, footsteps, and the slamming of jail cell doors have all been heard.

👻➡️ Contact Southwest Expeditions if you’re interested in a tour or conducting your own paranormal investigation at the jail!

4. Double Eagle Restaurant

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The Maeses, a wealthy family who gained their money by importing items from Mexico City, had an opulent residence here. The family’s matriarch was quite proud and anticipated that her son Armando would marry into high society in Mexico City.

However, Armando developed feelings for the family’s gorgeous servant Inez. Both Inez and Armando fell in love, and the two maintained their secret connection under the protection of other servants and the residents of Mesilla, who thought Seora Maes was snooty.

Seora Maes ultimately discovered the two in Armando’s room. She attacked Inez with a pair of scissors, and when Armando tried to defend her, he too was stabbed. Both passed away for their wounds.

It is reported that Seora Maes went insane after realizing what she had done and stopped speaking altogether. Armando’s room is now the Carlotta Salon, a private dining room off the main dining room, and the house is now the Double Eagle Restaurant.

In spite of being roped off to keep people from sitting in them, two velvet-covered chairs are placed in a corner of the room. However, the velvet on the seats is strangely worn. In addition to being accused of pulling practical jokes on other patrons of the restaurant, including moving tables and glassware and whispering names, Armando and Inez are thought to still be in the chairs.

This beautiful restaurant is one of the most haunted places in New Mexico and is a must do. We absolutely loved our dinner here! Between the Green Chile Cheese Wontons, Lobster Mac n’ Cheese, the different cuts of steak, and tableside Banana Foster, you’ll definitely have an unforgettable meal. Hopefully the ghosts of Armando and Inez will also make it an unforgettable night!

🏨➡️ When your done eating your delicious dinner, enjoy a good night sleep at the Hacienda de Mesilla!

👻➡️ Since you’ll be staying the night in Mesilla, our friends at Southwest Expeditions has a ghost tour here as well!

Day 4: Cloudcroft – Roswell

5. The Lodge Resort & Spa

There are rumors that a ghost haunts the Lodge Resort in Cloudcroft. Her name is Rebecca and she had previously worked as a chambermaid at the hotel. She met an unexpected and brutal end when she was slain by a rejected lover.

She now haunts her previous job and has been accused of switching on and off lights, moving furniture, and lighting fireplaces. In fact, it sounds a lot like she is just going about her business as usual despite having passed on.

Just like the Double Eagle Restaurant, The Lodge acknowledges the presence of their resident ghost. They even decided to name the resort’s restaurant after here, which is a great place to stop for breakfast if you are there Wednesday to Sunday.

6. Atoka School

The fact that Atoka School essentially closed over night without anyone ever knowing why is one of its creepiest features.

Was there a horrific incident there? Is that the reason it’s so eerie? Nobody knows!

It should be noted, the school is not the only business in this building to shut down suddenly. It has served a variety of roles over the years, and each time it has closed abruptly and largely overnight.

Anybody approaching or entering the school is supposed to feel a strong black energy encircling the facility. Screaming and wailing have been reportedly been

The abandoned building can be found at 26 East Atoka Road.

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Roswell, the most famous city in the U.S. when it comes to Aliens!

Because there is so much to do, we recommend staying the night here and checking out all there is to do. You can read our article on Roswell below!

👽➡️ Check out our article on Roswell, New Mexico!

Day 5: Fort Sumner – Cimarron

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If your into the history of the Wild West, this is where the infamous Billy the Kid is buried. Head to the Old Fort Sumner Cemetery, to see his gravestone where he was buried next to two of his comrades. There is also a small museum dedicated to him close by.

Clayton is considered the most haunted town in the state. Given the state’s wild west heritage, it is not surprising that a number of its cities have some ghost tales. There have been reports of ghostly activity in the museum and a few other locations.

7. Herzstein Museum

T he Herzstein Museum, which was originally constructed in 1919 as a Methodist Episcopal church, has its own ghostly occurrences.

You can examine relics that were discovered along the Santa Fe Trail while you browse the museum. They’ll provide you with a window into local life in the past.

Then visit the “Black Jack” Ketchum exhibit. Black Jack has a history with Clayton as he was the only person ever hung for railway robbery in New Mexico.

An elder woman’s ghost roaming the Herzstein Memorial Museum in New Mexico by a team of paranormal investigators. She uses a variety of methods to alert others to her presence, but one of the most frequent is the sound of her high heels moving over the kitchen floor.

8. Union County Courthouse

The Union County Courthouse is a hotspot for numerous lingering ghosts.

According to legend, the hallways are haunted by Black Jack Ketchum, whose execution took place in front of the original courtroom. It is said that the prison where he was held until his hanging was extremely cold.

Ketchum, a notorious member of the Hole-in-the-Wall Gang who had robbed trains, may still be haunted by his bungled execution in 1901 and his humiliating interment in two different cemeteries.

According to folklore, Catholics and Protestants had separate sections of the cemetery at the time. Black Jack’s burial sits in the dirt lane separating the two sides because neither party wants Ketchum on their side.

9. Hotel Eklund

This hotel is haunted by numerous ghosts, which is not surprising given that the structure is over a century old.

Irene, the ghost of a former maid, claims Room 307. She makes ominous faces out of the walls and squeaks the flooring. Irene isn’t the only spirit in the house, though.

10. St. James Hotel

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Henri and Mary Lambert opened the St. James Hotel in 1872 in the sleepy town of Cimarron in the northeastern region of New Mexico. Henri, who served as Lincoln’s personal chef, established a saloon along the Santa Fe Trail which connected St. Louis and Santa Fe. It has seen the likes of Billy the Kid, Buffalo Bill, Annie Oakley, Doc Holliday, Kit Carson, Pat Garrett, and possibly Jesse James using a false identity.

There were a considerable number of outlaws that dropped by for whiskey and a room, and because of their sour personalities, excessive gambling, and alcohol use, several gunfights broke out here. The lower floor’s ceiling still has a few gunshot holes in it.

There were 26 murders committed here in total, with some of the victims maybe never checking out. Some people think Mary Lambert, who passed away naturally in the hotel in 1926, is still present because her scent lingers in the halls.

Although other ghosts have been seen, most ghost hunters are drawn to Room 18. The room where James “TJ” Wright was shot and killed in 1881 had so intense poltergeist activity that it had to be eventually walled off.

The hotel acknowledges its ghostly history and knows it’s one of the most haunted places in New Mexico. This is also great place to grab dinner and a drink at the bar. Lambert’s has delicious burgers and regional favorites and we enjoyed some beers at the bar. Try to get some shut eye, that is if the rowdy ghosts of cowboys don’t keep you up.

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Day 6: Dawson – Santa Fe

11. Dawson Cemetery

Except for the cemetery, not much of Dawson’s ghost town is still visible. In fact, finding Dawson can be a little tricky considering it isn’t a city anymore. That doesn’t stop this cemetery from being one of the most haunted places in New Mexico.

In Dawson, there was a sizable coal mining facility run by the Phelps Dodge Corporation. One of the worst coal mining disasters in American history occurred in 1913, when an explosion killed 263 workers. A second accident struck ten years later, killing 121 miners. A feeling of unease is still pervasive in the area around Dawson today.

It should come as no surprise that this place has ghost stories after such a terrible catastrophe.

Spectral lights that are thought to be the lights on the miners’ helmets and a variety of apparitions prowling around the graves are two common stories.

Dawson Cemetery is about 17 miles north of Cimarron.

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Elizabethtown

12. Elizabethtown Ruins

You might see some historic remnants of a now-abandoned town along highway 38 between Red River and Eagle’s Nest. At its height in 1870, this formerly prosperous mining town known as Elizabethtown had a population of roughly 7,000 people, the most of whom were miners employed in the surrounding gold and copper mines. At first appearance, you wouldn’t know that this location had housed a brutal serial killer.

Charles Kennedy, a notorious serial murderer who murdered at least 14 weary visitors passing through the area, once called this place home. Charles would lure victims inside his cabin by promising them a free lunch. The unfortunate passengers will meet their untimely death there.

Driving through the town, you can still see the ruins of the ancient structures where Charles Kennedy formerly prowled around looking for unsuspecting victims.

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One of the most spooky tiny towns in New Mexico is said to be Taos. Even though Taos seems to be a tranquil little mountain town, as they say, things are not always as they seem.

There are many myths and tales concerning ghosts, hauntings, and paranormal activity, both in the city and on the outskirts. When you add it all up, Taos ranks among the most haunted places in New Mexico.

13. Taos Pueblo

Taos Pueblo has been inhabited for almost a thousand years. It is believed that the pueblo was constructed between 1000 and 1450 A.D., making it one of the country’s oldest continually inhabited settlements.

The pueblo was a neighborhood containing houses, trading posts, and temples. The first Catholic church in Taos, San Geronimo de Taos, was built by the time the Spaniards arrived in the 1500s. The local Native Americans did not welcome this act of colonialism favorably.

The local priest had been murdered by the natives by 1660, and the church had been demolished. It was restored, but was later destroyed again during the Pueblo Revolt of 1680, which also claimed the lives of the two priests who had been residing there. There are now a lot of ghosts and other unexplainable paranormal activities on these premises.

14. Kit Carson Cemetery and Museum

American frontiersman Kit Carson is regarded as a symbol of the American West’s frontiersman era.

He is interred beside three other unmarked graves at the cemetery bearing his name. According to a tale, these graves are thought to be those of Taos’ brujas, or witches. To keep the witches or any remaining effects of them contained, their graves are separated from the others and the area is covered in blacktop.

Kit Carson’s presence has also been felt at his former home which is a museum now.

15. Alley Cantina

Alley Cantina, allegedly Taos’s oldest bar, the owners of the cantina have claimed paranormal activity such as objects moving on their own, candles lighting up on their own, and other occurrences.

Additionally, they claim that customers in the ladies room have experienced a ghostly arm wrapping around them.

Stop on by to have a drink and some tamales with some chips and salsa!

16. Taos Inn

At the Taos Inn is where the grizzly murder of Arthur Manby, a wealthy man so hated that when he was murdered, his head was removed and never found. If you can ignore that fact, stop at the Inn’s bar and restaurant, Doc Martin’s. We had the nachos and enchiladas, which were to die for.

🏨➡️ Best to book a room at the Taos Inn , so you can be in the heart of the historic district!

Day 7: Las Vegas – Santa Fe

17. Plaza Hotel

The 1882-built Plaza Hotel in Las Vegas combines Victorian beauty and great dining. The hotel was bought in 1918 by lawyer Byron T. Mills, who successfully maintained it until his death by natural causes in 1947.

Some claim Mills never left his hotel because he loved it so much. Guests in Room 310 have reported seeing him at the foot of their bed, making it a particularly busy room. Staff members claim that they occasionally get a sight of him in the doorway of his namesake bar, Byron’s, off the lobby, only to see him disappear.

This is a great place to stop for breakfast or lunch depending on when you arrive. Prairie Hill Cafe’s breakfast is absolutely delicious as we had the Prairie Hill Hash and Big Ass Breggfast Burrito and Byron T’s Saloon has a great selection wonderful craft beers to choose from.

18. The Old State Penitentiary

Some of the worst criminals in New Mexico were held at Santa Fe Penitentiary when it was in use.

Before we even consider the deaths that would have happened during regular jail life outside of the riot, people were burned alive, savagely attacked, and murdered in cold blood just during the riot!

Additionally, it was the scene of the bloodiest prison uprising in American history. Records show that 33 persons were killed during this incident, and more than 200 prisoners required significant medical attention.

Many tourists claim that they have been followed home by some of the evil spirits that reside here in Santa Fe State Penitentiary, and tours are offered in both conventional and paranormal formats!

19. La Fonda

The only hotel on the historic strip, and our favorite hotel!

Captain William Becknell established the Santa Fe Track in 1821, and while doing so, he stopped in a la fonda where the trail came to an end at the town’s main square. Trappers, traders, mountain men, soldiers, and others grew attracted to the La Fonda as more and more settlers used the Santa Fe Trail.

The inn was bought by Anglo-American proprietors shortly after New Mexico became a U.S. Territory in 1848, and they changed its name to the U.S. Hotel. However, the gambling Hall remained a significant attraction, offering amusement to military officials and the occasional professional gambler.

Here, fortunes were won and lost, and sometimes the cause for many of the unhappy spirits to stick around. One unhappy guy lost his life in 1857 at the end of a rope that a lynch mob had hung up in the hotel’s backyard. Another, a unnamed salesman, who was upset after losing his company’s money in a card game plunged to his death down a deep hole near the Exchange Hotel’s gambling area more than a century ago.

Being killed in a fit of rage or hatred might make others feel uneasy. When a victim was anticipating a life with others, it is difficult for them to accept their death. A young bride was slain by a spiteful ex-boyfriend while she was on her honeymoon.

A politician from Santa Fe entered the bedroom to find his wife and a man having a passionate hug in bed. The man was killed by the politician. The politician was hanged from a tree in the then-public courtyard off the lobby of the La Fonda Hotel, which is now the enclosed restaurant La Plazuela.

John P. Slough, a Supreme Court’s Chief Justice, was assassinated in the hotel lobby ten years later, in 1867. The reason? During an argument with a Captain Rynerson Slough referred to him as a liar and a crook.

Angered, Rynerson shot Slough, who later succumbed to his injuries. Rynerson was put on trial, but ultimately found not guilty.

With so many known spirits lurking in the halls of this beautiful hotel it’s no wonder it’s considered one of the most haunted places in New Mexico. If your hoping to see any paranormal activity it’s sure to be here!

🏨➡️ Book your room here!

20. La Posada Hotel

Wealthy traders Abraham and Julia Stabb built their living in the 1880s by importing items along the Santa Fe Trail. They were well-liked in Santa Fe society, gave to neighborhood groups, and hosted events in their palatial Victorian home.

After multiple miscarriages and the loss of her kid, the mistress of this mansion turned hotel plunged into a severe depression and practically became a hermit. According to legend, Julia Staab’s spirit resides in the La Posada Hotel.

Maybe even after she passed away, Staab’s grief was strong enough to keep her bound to the house. Over the years, both staff members and visitors have reported seeing her spirit.

Her ethereal likeness can be recognized in the original structure, and occasionally glassware will mysteriously fly across the bar. There is occasionally a rose aroma in the Rose Room, so named because of the stained-glass rose and Julia’s love of her rose garden.

👻➡️ To get the best out of your night in Santa Fe, book a pub crawl ghost tour here !

Haunted Places of New Mexico: FAQs

Where is the scariest place in New Mexico?

There are plenty of frightening occurrences in New Mexico, including ghost towns, haunted hotels, and other spooky events. New Mexico takes pride in being odd and have no problem sharing their scary tales.

What in New Mexico is the scariest location, then? Albuquerque has so many haunted locations, you’d have to spend a couple of days there just to appreciate all of them. Taos , on the other hand, is slowly becoming considered the most haunted “small town” in New Mexico.

Are There Haunted Restaurants in New Mexico?

Yes! And with so many to choose from, it might be the reason you will end up spending a full week…or two…in New Mexico.

The Luna Mansion in Los Lunas has delicious meals to go with a unique history. IN Mesilla , the Double Eagle Restaurant has the most chilling love story to go with their great food and atmosphere. Finally, in Taos, Doc Martin’s at the Taos Inn, is a great place to get food and drinks while wondering about the spirits who roam their halls.

Are There Haunted Hotels in New Mexico?

There plenty to choose from and they are some of the most haunted places in New Mexico to boot! Hotel Parq Central in Albuquerque , La Fonda in Santa Fe , Taos Inn in Taos , St. James Hotel in Cimarron not only have a reputation for being haunted, but these hotels acknowledge their haunted history with pride.

Are There Haunted Bed and Breakfasts in New Mexico?

Painted Lady Bed & Brew and Bottger Mansion in Albuquerque are two of the most haunted Bed and Breakfasts in New Mexico.

What Is The Most Haunted Cemetery in New Mexico?

One of the Land of Enchantment’s most stunning cemeteries is also one of its most haunted places in New Mexico. Taos , a charming mountain town, is home to the Kit Carson Memorial Historic Cemetery . The land for this cemetery was provided in 1847 in order to bury American soldiers and civilians who perished during the Taos Rebellion.

What Are The Best Ghost Tours in New Mexico?

👻➡️ Check out our list of essential ghost hunting equipment make your night even more memorable!

👻➡️ The Ghost Tour Of Old Town Albuquerque

👻➡️ Southwest Expeditions

👻➡️ Santa Fe Haunted Spirits Tour

Check out our guide to 22 Haunted Places in Albuquerque, NM here!

Want more to do in New Mexico? Check out our article on Roswell Aliens!

Conclusion: Haunted Places of New Mexico

If you’re looking for a thrills and chills, New Mexico has its share of haunted locations that are sure to give you goosebumps. From hotels and restaurants to graveyards and battlefields, there’s no shortage of places where the spirits may still linger. So if you’re feeling brave enough, why not use our itinerary to plan the ultimate road trip for Haunted New Mexico? And who knows, maybe you’ll have your own paranormal encounter while you’re there…

Lover of spooky travels and all things unique and weird. Lady Twilight is the co owner of Mysterious Travels, a blog that helps you find some of the most interesting, intriguing, creepy, and unusual places and things to do on your next vacation.

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Not an unusual question at all; this comes up fairly frequently.

With a few exceptions (a notable one is NM 4 between Los Alamos and Valles Caldera National Preserve, and US 64 between Tres Piedras and Tierra Amarilla is another, but you won't be going that way), the hairiness of New Mexico national and state highways is somewhat exaggerated -- in good weather. The low road to Taos, mainly following the Rio Grande, has nothing on it that should terrify a driver. The more famous High Road has a couple of exposed spots and lots of up and down, but on good road and protected. The Enchanted Circle has a few tight curves on it, but not too bad; again, decent road conditions.

Thank you so much @canbelto for the thoughtful and informative reply. -- Sara

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You can request the Carlotta Salon when making dinner reservations but just remember that a few extra guests might be joining you! To access more information about this iconic haunted location, visit the Double Eagle website. 8. THE OLD STATE PENITENTIARY. The Old State Penitentiary in Santa Fe County is yet another haunted location in New Mexico.
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4 Clayton, New Mexico. Tiny town named New Mexico's scariest city. Clayton, New Mexico, is the most haunted town in New Mexico. The Herzstein Museum, which showcases exhibits on the Santa Fe Trail and Dust Bowl, is said to be one of the most haunted places in the town. In March 2018, paranormal investigators reported strange noises around ...
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Answer 1 of 3: Hi, Please be kind regarding this (possibly) unusual question. We are planning 8 days in March with most days homebased in Santa Fe and two in Taos. We have trips planned including the high and low road, Turquoise Trail, Enchanted Circle, and...

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La Fonda Hotel

Palace of the Governors

Coronado Building

Old St. Vincent's Hospital - Drury Inn

Grant Corner Inn - Andrew Smith Gallery

La Casa Mas Antigua

La Posada de Santa Fe

Legal Tender

Los Cerrillos

Bandelier National Monument

Madrid, New Mexico

The Mine Shaft Tavern

Espanola Police Station

Montezuma Castle

Historic Plaza Hotel

Jemez State Monument

Santa Ana Star Casino

Rancho de Corrales

Haunted Hill - Menaul Boulevard

Abandoned Insane Asylum

Kit Carson Home and Museum

Watrous Valley Ranch

Park Inn by Radisson

La Llorona - Albuquerque Arroyos

Desert Sands Motel

San Pedro Public Library

Children's Psychiatric Center - University of New Mexico

Carrie Tingley Children's Hospital

Johnson Gym - University of New Mexico

Wool Warehouse Theatre

Albuquerque Press Club

Old Bernalillo County Courthouse

Hotel Andaluz

Casa Esencia - Salvador Armijo House

KiMo Theatre

High Noon Restaurant and Saloon

Church Street Cafe

La Placita Dining Rooms

Covered Wagon Store

Bottger Mansion of Old Town

Old Honeywell Building

Laguna Vista Lodge

Urraca Mesa

Luna-Otera Mansion

St. James Hotel

Shaffer Hotel

Harvey House Museum

Belen Hotel

Foster's Hotel Restaurant and Saloon

Dawson Cemetery

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