If you love history, you already know that there are plenty of places in Colorado that are chock-full of historic and fascinating places, and today’s feature is no exception! However, this Only in Colorado spot boasts more than just history, as it is also considered to be one of the most haunted places in the Centennial State:
Connecting Central City to Victor, Phantom Canyon Road is a 30-mile-long trek that is considered one of the most beautiful drives in the state.
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Following the original Florence & Cripple Creek Railroad, the gravel Phantom Canyon Road features narrow bridges and tunnels, plus the same jaw-dropping landscape that the late 19th Century travelers once enjoyed.
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While the railroad itself makes the route fascinating, the area also boasts a rich mining history, with 500+ mines once inhabiting the land (the remains of which can still be seen along the Road).
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When you drive, keep your eyes peeled, as there are plenty of interpretive signs and displays along the route!
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In addition to the signs, it is recommended that you keep your eyes peeled for other surprises along Phantom Canyon Road, including… Ghosts?!
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According to several witnesses, Phantom Canyon is plagued by the spirits of many former railroad and mine workers, the most famous of which is a uniformed 1890s prison inmate who, despite being executed, can still be seen walking along the former FCCR route.
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Do you dare travel along this aptly-named Road?
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Do you have a favorite place that you would like to see featured here on Only in Colorado? Nominate it here! For even more Centennial State haunts, you will want to check out The Historic Hotel Colorado In Colorado Is Notoriously Haunted And We Dare You To Spend The Night.
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Address: Phantom Canyon Road, Phantom Canyon Rd, Colorado, USA
Connecting Central City to Victor, Phantom Canyon Road is a 30-mile-long trek that is considered one of the most beautiful drives in the state.
TripAdvisor/SylRickTraveler
Following the original Florence & Cripple Creek Railroad, the gravel Phantom Canyon Road features narrow bridges and tunnels, plus the same jaw-dropping landscape that the late 19th Century travelers once enjoyed.
TripAdvisor/bssc
While the railroad itself makes the route fascinating, the area also boasts a rich mining history, with 500+ mines once inhabiting the land (the remains of which can still be seen along the Road).
TripAdvisor/Marsha S
When you drive, keep your eyes peeled, as there are plenty of interpretive signs and displays along the route!
TripAdvisor/Marsha S
In addition to the signs, it is recommended that you keep your eyes peeled for other surprises along Phantom Canyon Road, including… Ghosts?!
TripAdvisor/Travel232960
According to several witnesses, Phantom Canyon is plagued by the spirits of many former railroad and mine workers, the most famous of which is a uniformed 1890s prison inmate who, despite being executed, can still be seen walking along the former FCCR route.
TripAdvisor/Rubicon Rochelle
Do you dare travel along this aptly-named Road?
TripAdvisor/Lisa J
Do you have a favorite place that you would like to see featured here on Only in Colorado? Nominate it here! For even more Centennial State haunts, you will want to check out The Historic Hotel Colorado In Colorado Is Notoriously Haunted And We Dare You To Spend The Night.
TripAdvisor/SylRickTraveler
TripAdvisor/bssc
TripAdvisor/Marsha S
TripAdvisor/Travel232960
TripAdvisor/Rubicon Rochelle
TripAdvisor/Lisa J
