Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide:
Idaho, USA
"The Gem State"
Est. July 3, 1890
Population: 1,654,930 (2015)
Haunted Locations: 61
Est. July 3, 1890
Population: 1,654,930 (2015)
Haunted Locations: 61
American Falls
Power County Hospital
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Buzzers in the nursing home go off when there's nobody there to ring them, and the original doctor after whom the hospital was named is known to visit his former workplace. The apparition of a tall man is also seen in the hallway, watching over the employees.
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Buzzers in the nursing home go off when there's nobody there to ring them, and the original doctor after whom the hospital was named is known to visit his former workplace. The apparition of a tall man is also seen in the hallway, watching over the employees.
Athol
Farragut State Park
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Objects go missing at the brig, and the ghost of an older man in a prisoners uniform is seen. According to local legend, a murder and suicide took place in the brig back when troops from World Were II were stationed there.
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Objects go missing at the brig, and the ghost of an older man in a prisoners uniform is seen. According to local legend, a murder and suicide took place in the brig back when troops from World Were II were stationed there.
Baker Creek
Wood River Camp
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The Wod River camp is said by locals to be haunted by a ghost called "Russian John." The first reported sighting of Russian John was in 1920.
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The Wod River camp is said by locals to be haunted by a ghost called "Russian John." The first reported sighting of Russian John was in 1920.
Boise
Boise State University
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According to legend, one of the dorms on campus is haunted by the ghost of a female student who hung herself after being cheated on.
Centennial Golf Course
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According to previous owners, there is a shadow figure that follows people around the golf course, and a strange presence is felt there. The golf course and the clubhouse were built during the prohibition.
Cottonwood Cemetery
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The ghost of a woman is seen in the cemetery and the school next to the cemetery. Apparitions of young children are also seen.
Joplin Cemetery
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According to locals, the entire area surrounding the Joplin Cemetery is subject to a wide array of paranormal occurrences, including apparitions, disembodied voices, and feelings of an unexplained presence.
Dry Creek Cemetery
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Locals report hearing the disembodied sounds of a horse galloping in the canals at night.
Linden Street Murder House
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In June of 1987, one of Idaho's most brutal murders occurred after an altercation between three men. According to police reports, the owner of the house was murdered and dismembered by two men. Ever since the incident, blood stains appear on the walls and ceilings, and the blinds are seen opening and closing by themselves. Locals have also reported seeing the ghost of a woman in white who sometimes stares out the window at night. The house was built in 1910.
Loon Creek
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The hills surrounding the creek are said to be haunted by the ghost of a man named Manuel Sato.
Night Moves Gentleman's Club
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The Night Moves Gentleman's Club is believed to be haunted by several spirits who like to make their presence known to customers. Cold spots are felt, apparitions are seen, and objects are thrown or moved.
Old Boise State Penitentiary
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Flashing lights are seen coming from within the old penitentiary at night even though the building doesn't have power, and a mysterious presence is felt.
Milwaukee Street
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According to locals, the field on Milwaukee Street contains a number of unmarked graves, and some people claim that there are even human skulls buried there. Disembodied laughter and footsteps are heard in the area at night.
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According to legend, one of the dorms on campus is haunted by the ghost of a female student who hung herself after being cheated on.
Centennial Golf Course
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According to previous owners, there is a shadow figure that follows people around the golf course, and a strange presence is felt there. The golf course and the clubhouse were built during the prohibition.
Cottonwood Cemetery
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The ghost of a woman is seen in the cemetery and the school next to the cemetery. Apparitions of young children are also seen.
Joplin Cemetery
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According to locals, the entire area surrounding the Joplin Cemetery is subject to a wide array of paranormal occurrences, including apparitions, disembodied voices, and feelings of an unexplained presence.
Dry Creek Cemetery
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Locals report hearing the disembodied sounds of a horse galloping in the canals at night.
Linden Street Murder House
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In June of 1987, one of Idaho's most brutal murders occurred after an altercation between three men. According to police reports, the owner of the house was murdered and dismembered by two men. Ever since the incident, blood stains appear on the walls and ceilings, and the blinds are seen opening and closing by themselves. Locals have also reported seeing the ghost of a woman in white who sometimes stares out the window at night. The house was built in 1910.
Loon Creek
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The hills surrounding the creek are said to be haunted by the ghost of a man named Manuel Sato.
Night Moves Gentleman's Club
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The Night Moves Gentleman's Club is believed to be haunted by several spirits who like to make their presence known to customers. Cold spots are felt, apparitions are seen, and objects are thrown or moved.
Old Boise State Penitentiary
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Flashing lights are seen coming from within the old penitentiary at night even though the building doesn't have power, and a mysterious presence is felt.
Milwaukee Street
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According to locals, the field on Milwaukee Street contains a number of unmarked graves, and some people claim that there are even human skulls buried there. Disembodied laughter and footsteps are heard in the area at night.
Caldwell
Canyon Hill Cemetery
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According to locals, a phantom jogger is seen running in the cemetery in the middle of the night. There are also reports of a black shadow figure who lurks amongst the headstones.
River Road Bridge
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At night, splashes are heard from those who have jumped from the bridge, and the apparition of a woman hanging from the side of the bridge is seen. Investigators have also reported seeing a strange light coming from the nearby island, even though there are no houses or power lines out there.
Lake Lowell
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Shadow figures are seen, and mysterious disembodied voices are heard. Many who visit the lake report feeling an unexplained presence.
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According to locals, a phantom jogger is seen running in the cemetery in the middle of the night. There are also reports of a black shadow figure who lurks amongst the headstones.
River Road Bridge
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At night, splashes are heard from those who have jumped from the bridge, and the apparition of a woman hanging from the side of the bridge is seen. Investigators have also reported seeing a strange light coming from the nearby island, even though there are no houses or power lines out there.
Lake Lowell
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Shadow figures are seen, and mysterious disembodied voices are heard. Many who visit the lake report feeling an unexplained presence.
Colburn
Colburn Creek
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Colburn Cemetery
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The ghost of an elderly woman has been seen countless times over the years. The first reported sighting occurred in 1920.
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Colburn Cemetery
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The ghost of an elderly woman has been seen countless times over the years. The first reported sighting occurred in 1920.
Couer D'Alene
Bates Motel
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Guests in room 1 and room 3 report having objects thrown at them, and a strange presence is felt.
Couer D'Alene High School
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Many students report seeing a ghostly figure pacing in the back of the auditorium. He is seen during plays and performances, and when the lights are turned off. After a performance, the storage room doors are always found left open, and props and other items are found in strange places.
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Guests in room 1 and room 3 report having objects thrown at them, and a strange presence is felt.
Couer D'Alene High School
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Many students report seeing a ghostly figure pacing in the back of the auditorium. He is seen during plays and performances, and when the lights are turned off. After a performance, the storage room doors are always found left open, and props and other items are found in strange places.
Emmett
Emmett Middle School
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The ghost of a former music teacher has been seen many times throughout the school.
Plaza Bridge
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People who camp near the bridge report hearing strange noises, and a phantom truck is sometimes seen dumping a body into the river at night.
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The ghost of a former music teacher has been seen many times throughout the school.
Plaza Bridge
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People who camp near the bridge report hearing strange noises, and a phantom truck is sometimes seen dumping a body into the river at night.
Ft. Hall
The River Bottoms
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The ghost of a faceless woman in white is seen, and the sound of a baby crying can be heard.
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The ghost of a faceless woman in white is seen, and the sound of a baby crying can be heard.
Genesee
Joyce Building
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There have been many reports over the years of ghosts and apparitions.
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There have been many reports over the years of ghosts and apparitions.
Glens Ferry
Old High School
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The old high school is said to be haunted by the ghost of one of its former teachers who died after falling down the stairs. She has been seen many times over the years, and at night her screams are heard.
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The old high school is said to be haunted by the ghost of one of its former teachers who died after falling down the stairs. She has been seen many times over the years, and at night her screams are heard.
Grangeville
Grangeville Forest Service Building
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According to legend, the Grangeville Forest service building was originally used as a Chinese slave labor camp during the construction of the local railroad. Investigators report hearing disembodied footsteps and voices that seem to be speaking another language. Shadow figures are seen, and an eerie singing is heard.
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According to legend, the Grangeville Forest service building was originally used as a Chinese slave labor camp during the construction of the local railroad. Investigators report hearing disembodied footsteps and voices that seem to be speaking another language. Shadow figures are seen, and an eerie singing is heard.
Idaho City
Boot Hill Cemetery
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According to locals, the cemetery is haunted by the ghosts of people who met violent ends and were buried there.
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According to locals, the cemetery is haunted by the ghosts of people who met violent ends and were buried there.
Idaho Falls
Ammon Cemetery
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Ammon Cemetery is said to be haunted by the ghost of a young girl who loves to climb trees. She has been spotted sitting in the trees near her grave, and sometimes waves at people who notice her. Although she has been seen in other parts of the cemetery, she will not go past the gates.
The China House
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According to local legend, a Chinese couple once lived in the house. After many years, the wife died of cancer, and the husband, who was overcome with grief, decided to light the house on fire and end his own life. Disembodied footsteps are heard, and at night, the man can be heard crying.
The Eagle's Lounge
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The building itself is over 100 years old, and the basement was originally used as a mortuary. Strange things happen there, and on the top floor in the ballroom.
O.E. Bell Junior High School
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The school has been remodeled and is now used as an office building, however it is rumored that after the school was closed, a satanic cult used it for rituals and secret meetings. Employees report hearing disembodied laughter and voices.
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Ammon Cemetery is said to be haunted by the ghost of a young girl who loves to climb trees. She has been spotted sitting in the trees near her grave, and sometimes waves at people who notice her. Although she has been seen in other parts of the cemetery, she will not go past the gates.
The China House
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According to local legend, a Chinese couple once lived in the house. After many years, the wife died of cancer, and the husband, who was overcome with grief, decided to light the house on fire and end his own life. Disembodied footsteps are heard, and at night, the man can be heard crying.
The Eagle's Lounge
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The building itself is over 100 years old, and the basement was originally used as a mortuary. Strange things happen there, and on the top floor in the ballroom.
O.E. Bell Junior High School
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The school has been remodeled and is now used as an office building, however it is rumored that after the school was closed, a satanic cult used it for rituals and secret meetings. Employees report hearing disembodied laughter and voices.
Kimama
Kimama Desert
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Reports of disembodied singing and whistling in what sounds to be Russian in various parts of town. According to locals, the town was a rest stop for Russian and German travelers during the 1700's.
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Reports of disembodied singing and whistling in what sounds to be Russian in various parts of town. According to locals, the town was a rest stop for Russian and German travelers during the 1700's.
Kimberly
Stricker Ranch
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Lights flicker and doors open and close by themselves. There is a graveyard on the property, and at night the spirits of the dead are seen returning to their headstones. According to locals, the ranch was part of the Oregon Trail, and many travelers died there of exhaustion or illness.
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Lights flicker and doors open and close by themselves. There is a graveyard on the property, and at night the spirits of the dead are seen returning to their headstones. According to locals, the ranch was part of the Oregon Trail, and many travelers died there of exhaustion or illness.
Lapwai
Nez Perce Head Start Program
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Toys are found in strange places after hours, as if someone was playing with them, and objects are seen moving my themselves. Some employees report seeing apparitions. According to local historians, the grounds were once used as a tuberculosis hospital.
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Toys are found in strange places after hours, as if someone was playing with them, and objects are seen moving my themselves. Some employees report seeing apparitions. According to local historians, the grounds were once used as a tuberculosis hospital.
Lewiston
Lewiston Civic Theater
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Lights turn on and off by themselves, and disembodied screams are heard on the stage. According to locals, two girls were murdered at the theater, and their spirits are still seen.
Waha Lake
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Swimmers report seeing the ghost of a Native American woman walking the shores of the lake. The woman disappears back into the depths of the lake when approached.
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Lights turn on and off by themselves, and disembodied screams are heard on the stage. According to locals, two girls were murdered at the theater, and their spirits are still seen.
Waha Lake
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Swimmers report seeing the ghost of a Native American woman walking the shores of the lake. The woman disappears back into the depths of the lake when approached.
Malad City
Idaho Cemetery
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The cemetery is said to be haunted by the ghost of an old man who once worked there. His spirit has been seen many times over the years pulling weeds, or just walking along the different paths in the cemetery.
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The cemetery is said to be haunted by the ghost of an old man who once worked there. His spirit has been seen many times over the years pulling weeds, or just walking along the different paths in the cemetery.
Marsing
Homedale Marsing Cemetery
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Mysterious flashes and ghostly lights are seen in the cemetery at night, and an overwhelming presence is felt.
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Mysterious flashes and ghostly lights are seen in the cemetery at night, and an overwhelming presence is felt.
McCall
Devil's Pond
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Many spirits and apparitions have been reported over the years.
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Many spirits and apparitions have been reported over the years.
Meridian
Kit Kat Klub
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Employees report seeing apparitions at night, and hearing an unexplained pounding sound.
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Employees report seeing apparitions at night, and hearing an unexplained pounding sound.
Mullan
Pavilon
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The disembodied sounds of people running and playing basketball are heard, and voices are heard in the locker room when nobody is there. It is rumored that someone died while swimming in the pool.
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The disembodied sounds of people running and playing basketball are heard, and voices are heard in the locker room when nobody is there. It is rumored that someone died while swimming in the pool.
Murtaugh
Sidewinder's Bar & Grill
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Many guests have reported seeing shadow figures or hearing disembodied laughter, and the piano plays by itself. According to local historians, Sidewinder's was built in 1908, and for many years was used for gambling and other illicit activities.
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Many guests have reported seeing shadow figures or hearing disembodied laughter, and the piano plays by itself. According to local historians, Sidewinder's was built in 1908, and for many years was used for gambling and other illicit activities.
Nampa
Lake Lowell
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The lake is said to be haunted by the ghost of a young girl who was killed there during a skiing accident.
Northwest Nazarene University
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It is said that one of the buildings now owned by Northwest Nazarene University used to be a hospital. Many students have reported strange occurrences there.
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The lake is said to be haunted by the ghost of a young girl who was killed there during a skiing accident.
Northwest Nazarene University
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It is said that one of the buildings now owned by Northwest Nazarene University used to be a hospital. Many students have reported strange occurrences there.
Pierce
Clearwater Hotel & Bar
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Although the hotel has been torn down, the spirits that resided there still linger.
The Cedar Inn
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Guests report seeing spirits, and disembodied footsteps are heard.
The Flame
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The Flame is rumored by locals to be haunted by a couple of unknown spirits.
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Although the hotel has been torn down, the spirits that resided there still linger.
The Cedar Inn
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Guests report seeing spirits, and disembodied footsteps are heard.
The Flame
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The Flame is rumored by locals to be haunted by a couple of unknown spirits.
Pocatello
Ammon Park
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The park is said to be haunted by the ghost of a young girl wearing a blue dress.
Idaho State University
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Frazier Hall is said by students to be haunted by the ghost of a man named Alex. He has been seen in the audience during performances, and his disembodied footsteps have been heard by many over the years. Alex likes to make himself known by playing the piano for people.
Pocatello High School
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Apparitions have been seen throughout the school.
Stanfard Mansion
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It is believed by locals to be haunted by the spirit of a young girl who died from being locked in the tower. The ghost of a man and young boy in early 1900's style clothing have been seen.
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The park is said to be haunted by the ghost of a young girl wearing a blue dress.
Idaho State University
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Frazier Hall is said by students to be haunted by the ghost of a man named Alex. He has been seen in the audience during performances, and his disembodied footsteps have been heard by many over the years. Alex likes to make himself known by playing the piano for people.
Pocatello High School
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Apparitions have been seen throughout the school.
Stanfard Mansion
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It is believed by locals to be haunted by the spirit of a young girl who died from being locked in the tower. The ghost of a man and young boy in early 1900's style clothing have been seen.
Potlatch
Downtown
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The ghost of a woman is seen wandering around at night, as if lost.
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The ghost of a woman is seen wandering around at night, as if lost.
Preston
Bear River
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According to local historians, there was a massacre at Bear River, and an entire tribe of Native Americans were slaughtered. Men, women, and children were either killed outright or left to starve to death. Disembodied screams and cries are still heard by investigators.
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According to local historians, there was a massacre at Bear River, and an entire tribe of Native Americans were slaughtered. Men, women, and children were either killed outright or left to starve to death. Disembodied screams and cries are still heard by investigators.
Rexburg
Ricks College
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Students report seeing the ghost of a female student who was murdered outside of the Hart building. She is seen walking to the Romney building, and then back to the Hart building.
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Students report seeing the ghost of a female student who was murdered outside of the Hart building. She is seen walking to the Romney building, and then back to the Hart building.
Roberts
B.J.'s Bayou Restaurant
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The spirits of a young girl and an older man have been seen by previous owners. According to local historians, the restaurant was originally a hotel that was abandoned in the 1970's. The building is very old.
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The spirits of a young girl and an older man have been seen by previous owners. According to local historians, the restaurant was originally a hotel that was abandoned in the 1970's. The building is very old.
Rupert
Kelly Bean, Inc.
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Employees report feeling a strange presence when working in the evening, and a black figure is often seen.
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Employees report feeling a strange presence when working in the evening, and a black figure is often seen.
Soda Springs
Ender's Hotel
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According to local legend, a prostitute was murdered in Room 207, and her ghost wanders the halls of the hotel looking for single men. The basement is also said to be haunted by a malevolent spirit, and most employees are afraid to go down there alone. The building is very old.
Hooper Springs
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At night the swings will swing by themselves, and a ghostly apparition is seen pacing back and forth on the bridge.
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According to local legend, a prostitute was murdered in Room 207, and her ghost wanders the halls of the hotel looking for single men. The basement is also said to be haunted by a malevolent spirit, and most employees are afraid to go down there alone. The building is very old.
Hooper Springs
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At night the swings will swing by themselves, and a ghostly apparition is seen pacing back and forth on the bridge.
Shoshoni
Shoshoni Ice Caves
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Disembodied footsteps and voices are heard inside of the caves.
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Disembodied footsteps and voices are heard inside of the caves.
Twin Falls
River Canyon
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There is rumored to be a hand carved statue of "the Devil's henchman," and the carvings of 8 abducted children in a nearby cave.
Twin Falls Brewing Co.
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Guests report feeling a strange presence, and apparitions have been seen many times. According to local historians, the Twin Falls Brewing Co. was originally used as a flour mill during industrial times.
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There is rumored to be a hand carved statue of "the Devil's henchman," and the carvings of 8 abducted children in a nearby cave.
Twin Falls Brewing Co.
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Guests report feeling a strange presence, and apparitions have been seen many times. According to local historians, the Twin Falls Brewing Co. was originally used as a flour mill during industrial times.
Wallace
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According to legend, a disgruntled miner blew himself up inside of the mine, causing a cave-in that killed 78 other miners. Shadow figures are seen, and people in the mine feel as if they are being watched. Some miners report being assaulted by an unseen force.
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According to legend, a disgruntled miner blew himself up inside of the mine, causing a cave-in that killed 78 other miners. Shadow figures are seen, and people in the mine feel as if they are being watched. Some miners report being assaulted by an unseen force.
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