The Most Famous Movie Filmed in Every State

Colorado: The Shining (1980)

While the story is set in a fictional hotel in the Colorado Rockies, The Shining was actually filmed at the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park. This location perfectly encapsulated the isolation and eerie ambiance that Stephen King envisioned. Interesting fact: The hotel’s haunting atmosphere inspired King to write the novel, making it a must-visit for fans of the film and book alike.