Dez, a lifelong storyteller and paranormal researcher, created Haunted Traverse to share the ghost lore woven through Northern Michigan. Her small team of seasoned investigators leads intimate lantern walks downtown, atmospheric c...
Dez, a lifelong storyteller and paranormal researcher, created Haunted Traverse to share the ghost lore woven through Northern Michigan. Her small team of seasoned investigators leads intimate lantern walks downtown, atmospheric c...
Guide Dez (also called Des) is the heart of this walking ghost tour, and reviewers can't say enough about her. She brings genuine passion to every tour, weaving local history with paranormal lore in a way that feels both theatrical and deeply personal. Much of her material comes from her own research, and she's known to tailor stories to her group's interests, which makes each outing feel a little different. Families, couples, and history buffs all seem to leave happy, and the pace is described as relaxed and easy, making it accessible for most people. It's worth setting expectations before you book: this is primarily an outdoor walking tour with storytelling at various stops around the city, not an indoor access experience. A small number of reviewers were hoping for more hands-on ghost hunting or interior access to locations, so if that's your expectation, double-check which tour option fits what you're after. There are several different tour types available, including cemetery and farm experiences, and past guests suggest the variety is worth exploring. Tours do sell out, so booking ahead is a smart move.
I’ve lived in Traverse City for years, but this ghost tour showed me a whole new side of it! Our guide, Dez, was funny, knowledgeable, and told each story with so much passion. We walked through places I’ve passed a hundred times, but hearing the spooky history behind them made the city feel totally different. The atmosphere at night was perfect — just the right mix of eerie and fun and so close to Halloween. Whether you’re a local looking for something new or a visitor wanting a memorable way to see the city, I’d definitely recommend this tour. Chills, laughs, and history all in one!
Jennifer Maas
October 30, 2025
I’ve lived in Traverse City for years, but this ghost tour showed me a whole new side of it! Our guide, Dez, was funny, knowledgeable, and told each story with so much passion. We walked through places I’ve passed a hundred times, but hearing the spooky history behind them made the city feel totally different. The atmosphere at night was perfect — just the right mix of eerie and fun and so close to Halloween. Whether you’re a local looking for something new or a visitor wanting a memorable way to see the city, I’d definitely recommend this tour. Chills, laughs, and history all in one!
Jennifer Maas
October 30, 2025