Creepy clowns. Haunted asylums. Ruthless witches. If you’re searching for the ultimate scream-worthy attractions this spooky season, this list is for you. Featuring top-notch special effects, creepy characters and chilling set pieces, these are some of the top haunts across the USA!
Cinema of Horrors Haunted House (Kelso, Washington)
You’ll need an extra pair of pants to escape this terrifying attraction unscathed. Located in Kelso, Washington, Cinema of Horrors transforms the Three Rivers Mall into a hotbed of fear. Featuring four haunted houses to survive, this attraction pits you against nightmarish creatures and depraved souls that are determined you won’t make it out alive. Survive the haunted corridors of Pumpkin Manor. Escape the insanity of the Ripper Asylum. At Cursed Cove, explore a fishing village overrun by aquatic horrors. And don’t miss out on evil clowns and mind-bending mazes in Funhouse Mania 3D.
The 13th Floor Haunted House (Denver, Colorado)
Considered one of the scariest haunted houses in the country, The 13th Floor will have even the most hardcore horror fans quivering in fear. Located in the heart of Denver, this attraction has three haunted houses each year. From post-apocalyptic terrors to possessed nuns, these houses will surely scare the Rocky Mountain air right out of you! Grab a horror-themed cocktail at the ShriekEasy Bar. Release your inner Jason Voorhees over at the axe-throwing area. Or, test your survival skills at The Graveyard Shift – a zombie-filled shooting range where you’ll face off against unseen horrors with a jelly ball gun!
Cutting Edge Haunted House (Fort Worth, Texas)
There’s something seriously sinister going on at the abandoned meat packing plant. Located in a historic section of Fort Worth known as Hell’s Half Acre, this scream-worthy attraction is the longest haunted house in the world, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. Endure 55 minutes of sheer panic as you encounter monsters taunting you from the shadows, corpses hanging from meat hooks, and more things that go bump in the night. Can you navigate the twists and turns of this decaying building?
Kersey Valley Spookywoods Haunted Attraction (Archdale, North Carolina)
Take your chances against spirits, vampires and more at the 92-acre Kersey Valley Spookywoods in Archdale, North Carolina. With over 15 haunted houses, horrifying rides and interactive experiences, this chilling attraction is pure nightmare fuel. Trust your instincts and escape the Harvest of Fear corn maze. Explore Endora’s Witch House – the original farmhouse where Spookywood’s resident witch perfected her craft. And stop by the Midway of Mayhem for sinister treats and devilish cocktails like the bubbling Endora’s Brew. Looking to monster mash? Dance the night away at Club Spooky!
Haunted Overload (Lee, New Hampshire)
Three levels of fear await New England horror hounds at Haunted Overload in Lee, New Hampshire, where terrifying creatures await in the shadows on the grounds of DeMeritt Hill Farm. Perfect for kids and adrenaline junkies alike, this popular Halloween attraction offers three distinct experiences for visitors. Are you afraid of the dark? No problem! You can explore the haunted trails and sets during the day with the Day Haunt. For a not-so-scary experience, check out Fright Night Light, where you’ll enjoy the special effects and meet some creepy characters. Of course, the ultimate horror lover’s experience is the full Haunted Overload as you explore pitch-black forest trails while being chased by monsters and more!
Scream-A-Geddon Horror Park (Dade City, Florida)
Prepare to meet your maker outside Tampa at Dade City’s Scream-A-Geddon Horror Park. Here, six horrifying attractions come together in one place for a terrifying night of thrills and chills. Face off against a voodoo priestess in the murky depths of Bloodwater Bayou. Demented patients await inside the Raven Asylum, while Rage 3D pits you against clowns wielding chainsaws. Other attractions include Zombie Paintball Assault, Demon’s Revenge and the newest terror-field experience – Breach! Enjoy a killer craft brew at Bonzo’s Beer Garden and grab some grub on the Monster Midway!
Field of Screams (Lancaster, Pennsylvania)
For over 30 years, this sinister haunt has attracted more than 75,000 visitors with its fear-inducing experiences. Brave the horrors of the cornfields on a hayride you’ll never forget and attempt to escape the ruthless pig butchers. Explore a three-story farmhouse turned hotel, where guests check in but never check out. Madness awaits in the Frightmare Asylum, home to ruthless nurses and demented doctors. And if you dare, venture into the Nocturnal Wasteland and escape mutant horrors on the forest trails. Beyond the thrills, stop by the Entertainment Arena for carnival games, food and live performances.
Dark Woods Adventure Park (Natchitoches, Louisiana)
Hollywood horror scares come to Louisiana at Dark Woods Adventure Park in Natchitoches. Here, you’ll experience two terror-filled adventures that will have you sleeping with the light on afterward! Run for your life at the Dark Carnival, where Boogie the Clown brings blood-soaked mayhem under the Big Top, from hallways overrun by carnival creeps to cackling clowns – all enhanced with blacklights and 3D effects. After you’re done clowning around, take a walk (or run) on the Dead Fall Trail, where cursed entities torment those who dare enter the derelict woods.
Knott’s Scary Farm (Buena Vista, California)
Aliens, ghosts and vampires, oh my! At Knott’s Scary Farm, you never know what you might encounter lurking in the shadows. For over 50 years, Knott’s Berry Farm has transformed into a ghoulish theme park of fear after the sun goes down during the Halloween season. Navigate ten horror-themed mazes, stroll through five immersive scare zones and enjoy spectacular stage shows, such as Music, Monsters & Mayhem, featuring a cast of singing and dancing creatures. Don’t miss a ride on the Halloween Hootenanny – a flume ride with a creature-filled twist. Need a break from the fear? Enjoy a cursed cocktail and delectable bites from the concession areas.
Creepyworld (Jackson County, Missouri)
Live freakshows meet unhinged clowns at CreepyWorld, one of the largest haunted attractions in Missouri. From the terrifying teachers of Fright High to blood-chilling encounters with Krampus, this horror park is home to 13 experiences that will have you running for the exit. What are the secrets behind Camp Blood? Why are serial killers and monsters taking over the neighborhood? Prepare to find out as you navigate scare zones, interact with costumed creatures, and hop on a hayride that may just be your last.
