Historical Ghost Lantern Tour-Public Walking Tour

Experience a walking history and ghost tour that brings the spirits of Traverse City to life! This engaging and theatrical outdoor walking tour touches on the fascinating history of Traverse City, and the tales of the hauntings unfolding in downtown Traverse City, and concludes with a short introduction to ghost hunting with real ghost hunting equipment!

This is a 100% outdoor walking tour on sidewalks, dirt paths, and a grassy park lawn.  

This tour operates in the rain! We will cancel due to extreme weather conditions.

We do not enter any of the buildings on this tour.

Famous sites we stop at include: Hannah Mansion, City Opera House, the State Theater and Carnegie Library.

No restrooms available at start or end of the Tour.

Welcome to Haunted Traverse. By purchasing a ticket, booking a tour, attending an event, or using this website, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.

1. Tour Participation

Participants voluntarily join all tours and activities at their own risk. Haunted Traverse tours may involve:

Walking on uneven sidewalks, trails, stairs, or outdoor terrain

Low-light or nighttime conditions

Exposure to weather conditions including rain, wind, heat, or cold

Exposure to nature such as bugs, birds, and squirrels.

Guests are responsible for wearing appropriate footwear and clothing and for monitoring their own physical limitations.

1. Assumption of Risk

By attending a tour, you acknowledge that paranormal-themed tours and outdoor walking activities may involve inherent risks. You agree to release and hold harmless Haunted Traverse, its owners, guides, contractors, and affiliates from liability for injuries, accidents, loss, theft, or damages occurring before, during, or after participation, except where prohibited by law.

1. Respectful Conduct

Guests are expected to behave respectfully toward guides, other guests, businesses, public property, and private property.

Haunted Traverse reserves the right to remove any participant without refund for:

Harassment or disruptive behavior

Intoxication or unsafe conduct

Trespassing or vandalism

Failure to follow guide instructions

1. Cancellations & Refunds

Tickets are non-refundable unless a tour is canceled by Haunted Traverse.

Refundable Tickets are refundable with a 24-hour written advance notice texted to 2316451447 with name and date of tour or by email at [email protected]

If Haunted Traverse cancels a tour due to severe weather, low attendance, guide illness, or unforeseen circumstances, guests may receive either:

A rescheduled tour date, or

A full refund at Haunted Traverse’s discretion.

Tours always start promptly. Guests who arrive late may miss portions of the tour and may not receive refunds.

1. Weather Policy

Tours generally operate in light rain or normal seasonal weather conditions. In cases of dangerous weather conditions, Haunted Traverse may change the start time, postpone or cancel a tour for guest safety.

1. Photography & Media

Guests may take personal photos-video is allowed during the ghost hunt only- during public tours unless otherwise stated.

By attending a Haunted Traverse event, you grant permission for photographs or video taken during tours to potentially be used for promotional, marketing, website, or social media purposes without compensation.

1. Paranormal Content Disclaimer

Haunted Traverse tours are intended for entertainment, storytelling, historical discussion, and educational purposes. Paranormal experiences are subjective, and Haunted Traverse does not guarantee supernatural or paranormal activity.

1. Minors

Participants under 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian unless otherwise specified for a particular event.

1. Accessibility

Some tour routes may include uneven terrain, stairs, or areas that are not fully accessible. Guests with accessibility concerns are encouraged to contact Haunted Traverse before booking.

1. Website Use

All content on Haunted Traverse, including logos, photos, videos, written content, and branding, is the property of Haunted Traverse unless otherwise noted and may not be copied or reproduced without permission.

1. Changes to Terms

Haunted Traverse reserves the right to update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the website or participation in tours constitutes acceptance of any updates.

1. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact: [email protected]