5Estes Park, Colorado

Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Estes Park is home to the famously haunted Stanley Hotel, which inspired Stephen King’s The Shining. Every October, the hotel hosts a series of spooky events, including a masquerade ball, murder mystery dinners, and ghost tours. The town itself celebrates Halloween with trick-or-treating, costume contests, and a pumpkin festival. The crisp mountain air and stunning fall colors create the perfect atmosphere for a spine-chilling Halloween, while the Stanley Hotel’s haunted history adds an extra layer of excitement for those looking for a ghostly experience.