Haunted WY

Haunted places in Wyoming

Wyoming's Old West history is alive in its prison and historic hotels, where outlaws, lawmen and Buffalo Bill himself appear in ghost stories.

Wyoming Frontier Prison

Former prison Rawlins, WY

The prison held inmates from 1901 until 1981. Visitors report voices and figures in the cell blocks, and the site hosts paranormal tours.

Visiting: Offers daytime tours and seasonal night tours; check the official site.Official site →

Sheridan Inn

Historic hotel Sheridan, WY

The Sheridan Inn opened in 1893 and was associated with Buffalo Bill Cody. Its best-known spirit is Miss Kate, a longtime employee said to still look after the inn.

Visiting: Operating hotel and restaurant.Official site →

The Occidental Hotel

Historic hotel Buffalo, WY

Founded in 1880, the Occidental hosted many famous Western figures. Guests report a woman in old-fashioned dress and footsteps in the halls.

Visiting: Operating hotel and saloon.Official site →

Ghost stories are shared as folklore. Hours, tours and access change — always check with the site before you go, and never enter private or closed property.

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