The haunting at the Apache Death Cave stems from the 1878 massacre where Navajo warriors trapped and killed 42 Apache warriors by lighting sagebrush fires at the cave entrance, leading to the Apache's death by smoke inhalation and suffocation. Visitors report an eerie atmosphere inside the cave, which has a musty smell, and some believe the spirits of the Apache remain there, making chilling sounds or creating unsettling feelings. In the late 19th century, tribal conflicts between the Apache and Navajo were common. In 1878, some Apache warriors raided Navajo camps, taking three young girls captive. The Navajo pursued the Apache, who sought refuge in a cave near Two Guns. The Navajo discovered the Apaches' hiding place and surrounded the cave. To force the Apaches out, the Navajo lit fires at the cave's entrance, using sagebrush to create thick smoke. The Apache attempted to extinguish the fire, but eventually resorted to killing their horses to try and use the blood to put out the flames, which were used by the Navajo to add more fuel. After the fires burned out, it's believed no Apaches escaped, with 42 warriors dying in the cave. This resulted in the site becoming known as the Apache Death Cave. The cave is known for its creepy feeling and a musty smell. Local tribes and visitors consider the site to be cursed and haunted by the spirits of the Apache warriors. Those who visit the cave report encountering an eerie atmosphere.