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Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide:
​Idaho, USA

"The Gem State"
Est. July 3, 1890
​Population: 1,654,930 (2015)
Haunted Locations: 61
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Albion
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Albion State Normal School
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Arco
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Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Ashton
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Mesa Falls
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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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 War II were stationed there. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Blackfoot
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Idaho State Hospital South / Idaho Insane Asylum
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Formerly known as the Idaho Insane Asylum. Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Dry Creek Cemetery
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Locals report hearing the disembodied sounds of a horse galloping in the canals at night. 
Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Idanha Hotel Apartments
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Morris Hill Cemetery
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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The Egyptian Theater
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


The Hoff Building
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


The ​Owyhee Tavern & Apartments
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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​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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Challis
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The Ghost Monk Of Yankee Fork
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Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Colburn


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


​Colburn Creek
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Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


The Fish Woman Of Lake Couer D'Alene
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Research In Progress.


Emmett


Emmett Middle School
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The ghost of a former music teacher has been seen many times throughout the school. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Genesee


Joyce Building
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There have been many reports over the years of ghosts and apparitions. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Gooding
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Gooding University Inn & Resort
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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The Grand Brick Inn
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Sluice Box Antiques Shop
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Rio Theater
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Rose Hill Cemetery
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


StrangeLove Night Club
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


The Basque House Museum & Cultural Center
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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The Crowley House
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Lewiston


Brava's Restaurant & Catering
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Luna House & Museum
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


​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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Malad City


Idaho Cemetery / Malad City 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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


McCall


Devil's Pond
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Many spirits and apparitions have been reported over the years. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Meridian


Kit Kat Klub
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Employees report seeing apparitions at night, and hearing an unexplained pounding sound. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Murphy
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The Owyhee Mountain Dwarves
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Research In Progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


​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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Pete's Tavern
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Nezperce
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Clover Club Hotel & Steak House
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Oakley
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Howells Opera House
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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Oldtown
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Riverbank Family Restaurant
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Orofino
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Helgeson Place Hotel & Suites
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Pierce


Clearwater Hotel & Bar
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Although the hotel has been torn down, the spirits that resided there still linger. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


The Cedar Inn
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Guests report seeing spirits, and disembodied footsteps are heard. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


The Flame
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The Flame is rumored by locals to be haunted by a couple of unknown spirits. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Pingree
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Ft. Hall Bottoms
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Pocatello High School
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Apparitions have been seen throughout the school. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


​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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Potlatch


Downtown
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The ghost of a woman is seen wandering around at night, as if lost. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


The Ghost Woman Of Potlatch
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Research In Progress.


Preston


Bear River Massacre Site
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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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Shoshoni


Shoshoni Ice Caves
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Disembodied footsteps and voices are heard inside of the caves. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Silver City
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Silver City Hotel
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Soda Springs


Ender's Hotel & Museum
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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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


​Hooper Springs Park
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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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Spirit Lake
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Spirit Lake
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Sunset Memorial Park
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The gravesite of Lady Bluebeard is said to be haunted. Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


​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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Wallace


Ghost Town
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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. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


The Jameson Inn, Restaurant, & Saloon
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.


Weiser
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Snake River Heritage Center
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Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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