Posted in Denver
November 03, 2017
Not Many People Know The Creepy Legend Behind Red Rocks In Denver
The natural beauty found at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre (located just a half hour west of Denver) may be drawing in more than just those who want to hear an amazing concert or get a great workout. Legend has it, there are also a few ghosts hanging around and haunting the 640 acre park.
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But, the area has been used for concerts since the early 1900s and has allegedly been home to several ghosts since then.


Her ghost is rumored to be seen riding horseback through the night holding a bloody hatchet.

One theory is that it is the ghost of a woman who homesteaded in the area that became Red Rocks. As the story goes, "Old Mrs. Johnson" would pull a coat over her head and swing a hatchet to ward off her daughters' suitors. Some are even brave enough to hike the trail to an old graveyard (where many think she may be buried) at Red Rocks in the dark to try to hear or see her.

The cave is now fenced off to prevent curious folks from exploring inside.

The spooky reputation of Red Rocks is both intriguing and a little frightening. Just be careful next time you are wondering around Red Rocks after dark. You never know who you might run into!
So, what do you think? Is Red Rocks really haunted? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.
If you would like to explore another popular haunted spot in the Denver area, check out Cave of the Winds in Manitou Springs.