Tour

Stillwater Ghost Walks

What to Expect

Known as the “Birthplace of Minnesota” since the original territorial convention took place here in 1848, the local rumor is that the residents of Stillwater were given the choice of either having the university or the prison — and they picked the prison, since there were more prisoners than students at the time. While the original prison is demolished, it’s the Warden’s former mansion that experiences the most haunted activity. 

We spark your imagination on this Stillwater city walking tour with real ghost stories, paranormal experiences, recent investigations, Native American legends, and much more! We do ongoing research to make sure we can tell you something you’ve never heard. 

 

 

Tour Details

From $25 per person

Duration:90 minutes

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401 Main Street South

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Highlights

On this tour, you get to hear about some of Stillwater's most interesting ghosts and legends, including:

  • Father Hennepin, the missionary who explored Minnesota in the 17th Century, called the St. Croix River, the “River of the Grave” because it was a place where the natives buried their dead. Many young men wound up missing in the river and there was one man who was better at finding dead bodies than anyone else. In fact, he had a business card that read “John Jeremy, Expert Recoverer of Drowned Bodies.”
  • The Arcola Trail Bridge sits almost 200 feet in the air over the St. Croix and people claim to have seen the apparition of a young lady in a white dress who walks up and down the train tracks. It’s said that this is the girlfriend of a man who fell into the river off the bridge and that she came back to look for him after he disappeared. Is she the one who carries the mysterious blue light people have seen over the train tracks?


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Duration: 90 minutes

Easy/Moderate

Important Info 

  • This tour runs in cold temperatures and light rain, so please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes.
  • Because of the bumpy sidewalks and hilly nature of Stillwater, this tour route is not wheelchair-accessible. Please check out our Minneapolis or St. Paul tours for routes that are more wheelchair-friendly.
  • Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. But we will reschedule you if you have an emergency, we love ghosts, not monsters!
  • Service animals are welcome, but no pets are allowed

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I buy a gift card for this tour?

  • Do you go inside any of the haunted buildings?

    On this tour, we focus on building exteriors and outdoor spaces. Businesses and public places are open for you to visit during regular business hours. Otherwise we respect the privacy of individuals and organizations and expect that our guests do the same.

  • Can I bring my pet?

    Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.

  • Do guests really see ghosts on this tour?

    We can never guarantee a supernatural encounter, but we will explain paranormal phenomena such as cold spots and residual hauntings. What we do guarantee: Our local connections and dedication to research means you'll get authentic accounts — in all their shocking detail.

  • Is this ghost tour kid-friendly?

    While our tours do not contain anything too graphic or inappropriate, we find that kids that enjoy history have the best time. You know your children and that's left up to you. We do not recommend bringing children in strollers because sometimes that can be difficult with larger walking groups.

  • What if I'm late or cannot find my guide?

    We do our best to answer calls and emails as promptly as they are received. Please make sure to leave a voicemail with the city and tourtime.  We try to accommodate travel and weather issues, but our public tours cannot wait for more than 10 minutes. Reschedules are available if the date you are interested in is not sold out.
     
  • What if I need to cancel?

    All sales are final, but we can help you with a reschedule or ticket credit. We love ghosts, not monsters!

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