October 07, 2024

Montana's Haunted Wild West: Ghosts of Big Sky Country | Ep. 26

16 minutes

In Episode 26 of The Halloween Podcast, released on October 7, 2024, Lyle Perez explores the ghostly tales and eerie encounters from Montana, also known as Big Sky Country. Known for its breathtaking landscapes, this state is also rich in haunted history. From haunted hotels to ghost towns frozen in time, Montana is a treasure trove of spine-tingling stories.

Featured Locations:

Grand Union Hotel

1 Grand Union Square, Fort Benton, MT 59442

Built in 1882, this historic hotel was once a luxurious destination for travelers. Now, it is known for its haunted reputation, with ghostly apparitions of a young woman frequently reported in the halls and mirrors, believed to be a tragic figure from the hotel's past.

Garnet Ghost Town

Garnet, MT 59832

Once a booming mining town in the late 1800s, Garnet has now become one of Montana’s most well-preserved ghost towns. Visitors often hear phantom music from the abandoned saloon and spot shadowy figures wandering through the deserted streets.

Daly Mansion

251 Eastside Hwy, Hamilton, MT 59840

This opulent mansion, built in 1886 by copper magnate Marcus Daly, is said to be haunted by his wife Margaret and children’s laughter, lingering in the hallways. Strange noises and cold spots have become common experiences for those who visit this stately home.

Chico Hot Springs Resort

163 Chico Rd, Pray, MT 59065

Established in 1900, this popular resort is known for more than just its relaxing hot springs. Many guests report seeing the ghost of original owner Percie Knowles, particularly around Room 349, and hearing footsteps in empty hallways.

Copper King Mansion

219 W Granite St, Butte, MT 59701

Built in 1888 by William A. Clark, this mansion is notorious for sightings of Clark’s apparition and that of a young maid who met a tragic fate. Visitors often experience flickering lights, cold spots, and ghostly figures throughout the property.

Fairweather Inn

113 W Wallace St, Virginia City, MT 59755

Virginia City’s Fairweather Inn has operated since the late 1800s and is one of the town’s most active paranormal sites. Guests report hearing strange noises at night, with a woman in white frequently seen on the staircase.

Little Bighorn Battlefield

Interstate 90 Frontage Rd, Crow Agency, MT 59022

This historic battlefield was the site of Custer’s Last Stand in 1876. Visitors often experience feelings of sorrow and dread, as well as sightings of ghostly figures and distant sounds of battle from this tragic conflict.

Boulder Hot Springs

31 Hot Springs Rd, Boulder, MT 59632

This historic resort has attracted visitors since the late 1800s and is known for sightings of "Simone," a spirit believed to be a former prostitute. Guests report hearing her laughter and feeling her presence, particularly near the second-floor windows.

Bannack Ghost Town

Bannack, MT 59725

Founded in 1862 during the gold rush, Bannack is a ghost town where the spirit of Dorothy Dunn, a young girl who drowned in Grasshopper Creek, is often seen. Visitors frequently report hearing a child’s laughter or crying near the creek and eerie sightings around the old schoolhouse.

Sacajawea Hotel

5 N Main St, Three Forks, MT 59752

Built in 1910, the Sacajawea Hotel hosts several spirits, including a woman in white who roams the grand staircase. Guests often experience strange noises, objects moving on their own, and ghostly footsteps throughout the night.

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