Alaska Ghost Walks

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Alaska’s beauty hides something darker beneath the surface. On our ghost walks in Juneau and Ketchikan, you’ll hear chilling true tales of haunted gold mines, restless spirits, and cryptid creatures that still stalk the shadows. These aren’t stories made up for tourists—they’re the eerie, unsettling legends whispered across Alaska for generations. 

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Ghost Walks in Juneau and Ketchikan

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Juneau Ghost Walk

Step into Juneau’s haunted history on this spine-tingling walking tour, where chilling true stories, Gold Rush-era legends, and paranormal encounters with ghosts, cryptids, and mysterious creatures bring Alaska’s supernatural secrets to life. From $30 per person. Nightly at 7 pm.

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Ketchikan Ghost Walk

Discover the eerie undercurrents of Alaska’s First City on this haunted walking tour of Ketchikan, where ghostly legends, cryptid sightings, and chilling true stories bring the town’s shadowy past vividly to life. From $30 per person. Nightly at 7 pm.

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    We had a really good time. Our guide was very prepared with interesting facts, pics and stories about each building we visited, we were entertained all along the tour.

    Matias Huechamil

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    I had a lot of fun on this tour! They were helpful and quickly responded to my questions over email. Our guide was awesome and super knowledgeable. I learned a lot!

    Arslan Ahmad

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    I had a wonderful time on this ghost walk. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, funny, and paid special attention to detail regarding all the sites we visited. I would highly recommend this ghost walk to locals and tourists alike.

    Brenden Donnelly

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  • The Historic Anchorage Hotel: Where Elegance Meets the Afterlife

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    From ghostly brides to a murdered police chief seeking justice, this grand Alaskan hotel is as haunted as it is historic—complete with guest log entries of eerie encounters and unexplained phenomena.


    Curious what lingers in Anchorage after dark? Read the full blog to uncover its haunted history, and get ready to join our upcoming ghost walk in Juneau and Ketchikan to experience Alaska’s paranormal side for yourself.

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  • Haunted by a Promise: The Ghost Who Wouldn’t Let Go

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    When Alaska pioneer Mary E. Hart covered the territory’s first legal hanging, she never expected to be haunted by the condemned man’s ghost—or to relive his execution in chilling detail.


    Read the full blog to uncover this astonishing true tale of frontier justice and supernatural vengeance, and then join our haunted history tours in Juneau and Ketchikan to explore Alaska’s ghostly past for yourself.

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  • 13 Haunted Hotspots in Anchorage You’ll Never Forget

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    Behind Anchorage’s scenic beauty lies a shadowy past—where haunted hotels, spectral brides, and ghostly police chiefs still linger in Alaska’s largest city.


    Want to know which site locals say is the most haunted? Dive into the full blog to explore all 13 locations, then follow your curiosity even farther north on our ghost walk in Juneau and Ketchikan.

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  • Are Mammoths Still Roaming Alaska’s Wild North?

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    Mysterious tracks, eerie legends, and chilling sightings suggest that woolly mammoths may still haunt the tundra of the Last Frontier.


    Read the full blog to explore these Ice Age mysteries—and don’t miss your chance to uncover more uncanny tales on our ghost tours in Alaska.

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  • The Night Alaska’s Skies Were Haunted by a UFO

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    In 1986, a Japan Air Lines flight encountered an enormous unidentified craft over Alaska—seen by the entire crew and tracked on radar—sparking one of the most credible UFO incidents in aviation history.


    Take a closer look at the full story in the blog, then explore even more eerie Alaskan legends on our haunted history tours in Juneau and Ketchikan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Curious about Alaska Ghost Walks? Here are answers to common questions travelers ask about haunted tours, ghost towns, and spooky history in Alaska.

  • What happens on an Alaska Ghost Walk?

    Each guided tour takes you through the darker corners of Juneau or Ketchikan, where you’ll hear true ghost stories, Gold Rush legends, and local folklore about spirits, haunted hotels, and mysterious creatures still said to roam the area.


  • Are the ghost stories based on real events?

    Yes. The stories shared on Alaska Ghost Walks are rooted in local history, eyewitness accounts, and long-standing legends passed down through generations, not fabricated tourist tales.


  • Where do the Juneau and Ketchikan ghost walks take place?

    The Juneau Ghost Walk explores historic downtown streets and haunted landmarks like the Alaskan Hotel. The Ketchikan tour winds through the city’s waterfront and old town areas, including the Gilmore Hotel and Annabelle’s, known for their eerie reputations.


  • How long are the tours?

    Each ghost walk typically lasts around 90 minutes, allowing plenty of time to visit key haunted sites, hear chilling stories, and experience the atmosphere of Alaska’s historic districts after dark.


  • What time do the ghost walks start?

    Both the Juneau and Ketchikan ghost tours begin nightly at 7 p.m., offering the perfect twilight setting to explore Alaska’s supernatural side.


  • How much do tickets cost?

    Tickets for Alaska Ghost Walks start at $30 per person. Prices may vary slightly by location or season, but all tours include a fully guided storytelling experience.


  • Are the tours suitable for children?

    The tours are designed for adults and older children who enjoy ghost stories and eerie tales. Younger children or those sensitive to spooky content may find some stories unsettling.


  • What should I bring on the tour?

    Wear comfortable walking shoes, dress warmly for Alaska’s evening temperatures, and bring a camera — many guests report unexplained lights or figures appearing in their photos.


  • What makes these ghost walks different from others?

    Unlike scripted tourist attractions, Alaska Ghost Walks share authentic local legends, eyewitness accounts, and historically documented hauntings. Each story is tied to real places and people from Alaska’s past.


  • Can I book tickets online?

    Yes. You can book your Juneau or Ketchikan Ghost Walk online directly through the tour website to secure your preferred date and time.


  • Are there any famous haunted locations on the tours?

    Absolutely. The Alaskan Hotel in Juneau and the Gilmore Hotel in Ketchikan are two of Alaska’s most haunted landmarks — both featured prominently on the tours for their chilling paranormal histories.


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Front View of Annabelle's at the Gilmore Hotel.

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The stage at the haunted Alaskan Hotel and Bar in Juneau

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