Explore Traverse City's haunted history on a 90-minute outdoor walk with optional ghost hunting
90 minutes
Guide, Ghost-hunting gear
Explore Traverse City's haunted past on a 90-minute outdoor walking tour. Hear local history and ghost stories, then try a brief, optional ghost-hunting demo with provided equipment.
This 100% outdoor tour operates rain or shine; cancels only for severe weather. Expect steady walking on sidewalks and park paths for about 90 minutes; those who struggle with walking a mile may find it challenging. No restrooms at start or end; wheelchairs and strollers may be accommodated with an alternate route; ghost hunting is optional.
Tours run rain or shine; cancellations only for severe weather with notice about 1 hour before start. Refundable tickets: free cancellation up to 24 hours before start. Non-refundable tickets: no refunds. Reservations made within 24 hours are non-refundable. No refunds for no-shows or canceling rebooked reservations.
A short, optional demo with baseline equipment during the last 5 minutes; you may simply walk with the guide instead
It can if there are many questions or if the group walks more slowly
Well behaved puppies are welcome
313 E Front St Traverse City Outside the Higher Self Bookstore
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