Experiencing a good fright doesn’t have to just happen during Halloween. From ghost towns and haunted lore to abandoned places and reports of paranormal activity, Arizona is kind of a terrifying place! (In the best possible way, of course.) If you’re looking to get in a good thrill but aren’t sure where to start, we have a list of the most haunted places in Arizona that are well-worth the trek. But the real question is: are you brave enough to complete them all?

1. Bird Cage Theatre, Tombstone
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Plenty of ghost sightings in this old boomtown but one of the more famous comes from the Bird Cage Theatre which served as the town's prime entertainment area. Various apparitions have been reported along with ethereal music and voices.
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Address: 535 E Allen St, Tombstone, AZ 85638
2. Casey Moore's Oyster House, Tempe
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Another popular destination for seeking paranormal activities, Casey Moore's second floor is believed to be haunted by a female ghost. There are conflicting reports from visitors who describe her as either playful or vengeful so take care if you visit!
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Address: 850 S Ash Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
3. The Copper Queen Hotel, Bisbee
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One of the longest operating hotels in the state, the Copper Queen is reportedly haunted by several ghosts. The most famous is a former prostitute and has attracted attention from various paranormal investigation shows and even the New York Times. Her ghost is reported to be playful, especially with the hotel's male guests.
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Address: 11 Howell Ave, Bisbee, AZ 85603
4. Hotel San Carlos, Phoenix
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A gorgeous piece of Phoenix history, this hotel has housed a number of classic celebrities over the years such as Marilyn Monroe, Mae West, and Clark Gable. The hotel is said to be haunted by the ghost of a young woman named Leone Jensen who jumped from the hotel's roof in 1928.
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Address: 202 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

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5. Jerome Grand Hotel, Jerome
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Perhaps one of the more popular and highly cited haunted areas in Arizona, the Jerome Grand Hotel first opened in 1927 as the United Verde Hospital. A number of different hauntings and ghost activities have been reported, most of which have been attributed to murders and suicides that occurred before the building was converted to a hotel. We're not scared, you're scared!
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Address: 200 Hill St, Jerome, AZ 86331
6. Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine, Apache Junction
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Local legend says a huge gold mine is located somewhere deep in the Superstition Mountains and has actually led many folks to attempt searching for it. Many tried to hit gold; some disappeared, and a few sadly died during their trek. As a result, this area is thought to be haunted -- by one, two, or many Dutchmen.
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Address: 4087 E Apache Trail, Apache Junction, AZ 85119
7. Orpheum Theatre, Phoenix
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Located just a short distance from Hotel San Carlos, the Orpheum Theatre is an extraordinary landmark that just so happens to have ghost. This ghost has a name -- and it's Mattie. She has been seen by both theatre workers and patrons alike. While this may be one of the most haunted places in Arizona, it certainly still is one of the most popular, too! It's pretty spectacular, you have to admit.
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Address: 203 W Adams St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
8. Vulture (Gold) Mine, Wickenburg
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Part of an old ghost town sitting outside of Wickenburg, this abandoned gold mine is home to several haunted areas, most notably the old (and equally abandoned) mess hall. Some people have reported smelling various cooking food emanating from the area. There is also a large ironwood tree that once served as The Hanging Tree for criminals. This place totally gives us chills.
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Address: 36610 355th Ave, Wickenburg, AZ 85390
9. Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, Yuma
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This former prison first opened in 1875 and housed over 3000 prisoners (including 29 female prisoners) until it closed in 1909. Paranormal activities have been reported in various areas on the site, most notably around the so-called dark cell that operated as solitary confinement for breaking regulations. Although no executions were conducted on-site, 111 prisoners died during the 33 years, mostly due to tuberculosis. We don't know about you, but this place may be the creepiest on our list.
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Address: 220 Prison Hill Rd, Yuma, AZ 85364

Do you agree with our list of the haunted places in Arizona? Is there a hometown haunting you think should have made the list? Share the place and the story in the comments below! We all love a good ghost story around here.

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