The Haunted History Tour from Wisconsin Dells Trolley Tours takes you beyond the waterparks and tourist attractions to explore the darker side of Wisconsin Dells. This approximately 90-minute haunted trolley tour visits reportedly haunted locations while sharing stories of death, tragedy, unexplained encounters, and local legends. Stops include Brat House Bar & Grille, an old church converted into a restaurant where guests hear stories about a little girl said to haunt the restroom and a Union soldier reportedly seen inside, as well as the area outside Ghost Molly’s Showboat Saloon, where the tour recounts the mysterious death of the woman known as Molly and the paranormal activity associated with the property.
The tour also ventures to Spring Grove Cemetery, where guests can get off the trolley and visit the gravesite of Belle Boyd, the Confederate spy whose story adds a particularly dark chapter to the Dells’ history. Along the way, guides search for unexplained phenomena including orbs and other signs of paranormal activity. Getting off the trolley at the stops is optional, making this a flexible way to experience some of the haunted history of Wisconsin Dells without committing to a traditional walking ghost tour. The experience typically lasts about 90 minutes, although strong paranormal activity can extend the tour.
For an even more interactive investigation, guests can add an EMF ghost meter to the tour. The meters are designed to detect extremely low-frequency electromagnetic activity and can also be used to ask questions and look for possible responses. Whether you’re interested in Wisconsin Dells history, local ghost stories, or actively looking for evidence of the paranormal, this haunted trolley tour offers a distinctly different way to explore the Dells after dark.
