Candlelit Investigation: Six Floors of St. Ignatius Hospital in Colfax

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Candlelit Investigation: Six Floors of St. Ignatius Hospital in Colfax

A guided, two-hour candlelight investigation through a 50,000-square-foot historic hospital using rempods, recorders and K2 meters—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

Candlelit Investigation: Six Floors of St. Ignatius Hospital in Colfax.

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Location
Colfax
Operator
St. Ignatius Hospital
Category
Ghost Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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By candlelight, you move through a hulking, historic hospital—six floors of corridors, wards and signage—listening for whispers with handheld sensors and recorders. The Late Night Candle Light guided investigation at St. Ignatius Hospital in Colfax is an immersive, sit-and-listen experience that pairs the building’s layered history with field equipment provided by the operator.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE PLACE

A 50,000-square-foot historic hospital across six floors

The investigation moves through all six floors of the main St. Ignatius Hospital building, offering a full, vertical exploration of a large, historic site.

THE GEAR

Sensors and recorders supplied

The operator supplies battery candles plus investigative tools—rempods, a digital recorder and K2 meters—so the evening is focused on listening and logging rather than setting up equipment.

THE FORMAT

A guided, sit-and-listen candlelight investigation

This is a two-hour, guided candlelight investigation that emphasizes observation and listening as the group moves through the hospital’s interior.

What the day feels like

What the night feels like

The investigation is intentionally restrained: participants sit, listen and use the provided devices as the guide leads the group through dim corridors and rooms. The candlelight and historical signage set a deliberate pace—this is an immersive, equipment-led probe of the building rather than an adrenaline-focused attraction.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this investigation suits—and one firm restriction.

1
Serious investigatorsIdeal for visitors who want a focused, sit-and-listen investigation using provided devices; participants must not be intoxicated.
2
Curious first-timersA good introduction to equipment-led ghost hunting for newcomers who are prepared for a calm, candlelit format and who arrive sober.
3
Groups and private partiesGroups can attend the guided investigation, provided every participant complies with the operator’s policy that no intoxicated people are allowed on tours.
4
Those under the influenceThis trip is explicitly not appropriate for intoxicated individuals—such guests are not permitted on the tour.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The Late Night Candle Light investigation is a guided, two-hour session through the hospital’s main building.

What to Bring

Bring comfortable clothing for moving through an indoor historic building; the operator supplies battery candles, rempods, a recorder and K2 meters.

On-site Experience

This is a sit-and-listen investigation with historical signage throughout the building and provided investigative equipment to use during the tour.

Meeting Point

Meet at the operator’s stated location at 1009 S Mill Street, Colfax, WA 99111 prior to the investigation.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the candlelight investigation?

The guided candlelight investigation runs approximately two hours.

Where do I meet for the tour?

The meeting location for the investigation is 1009 S Mill Street, Colfax, WA 99111.

Do I need to bring my own equipment?

No—battery candles, rempods, a recorder and K2 meters are provided by the operator.

How much of the hospital is explored?

The investigation explores all six floors of the main hospital building.

Are intoxicated guests allowed on the tour?

No—intoxicated people are not allowed on tours.

What is the style of the investigation?

This is a sit-and-listen, guided, candlelit investigation focused on listening with provided devices rather than a high-movement excursion.