Every Halloween, thrill-seekers across the country get into the true holiday spirit by attending some of the most terrifying haunted attractions.
Whether you're looking for a house with paranormal activity or an attraction with super-realistic special effects, we've got you covered. After researching through hundreds of haunted houses throughout the country, we narrowed it down to the top-rated attractions on Facebook that had the highest terror level.
If you're in for a good scare, here is your guide to the best haunted house in every state that will literally scare the shit out of you. Enjoy!
Note: Some images may be disturbing.
ALABAMA: Arx Mortis
Rated as one of the top 10 haunted houses in the country by USA Today, this skin-crawling attraction takes you into the halls of Covington Clinic, where you will encounter terrifying oddities at every corner. ¡Qué miedo!
ALASKA: Gateway to Darkness
Located in Wasilla, Alaska, this haunted attraction will make even the toughest SOB shiver with fear when they are left disoriented with nothing but the desperate screams that echo through the walls.
ARIZONA: Fear Farm
While Arizona might be known for the Grand Canyon, another landmark is becoming a popular spot in the state. Phoenix's largest corn maze is home to five terrifying haunted attractions that will literally send chills down your spine.
But if you're not a fan of the gut-wrenching feeling of getting sacred, you can enjoy finding your way out of the 10-acre corn maze.
ARKANSAS: The Asylum Haunted House
Experience this 5500-square-foot asylum in Arkansas filled with terrifyingly macabre scenes that will have you screaming for help.
CALIFORNIA: McKamey Manor
Deemed the scariest haunted house in the world, McKamey Manor is far from your typical haunted house. It's so realistically gory that no one under 21 is permitted to enter.
At McKamey Manor, guests get the opportunity to live their own horror film. People who dare to enter are forced into all kinds of terrible things in this eight-hour experience, like being submerged into gallons of blood. And if that isn't terrifying enough, NO ONE has ever completed the full-length of this attraction.
COLORADO: 13th Floor Haunted House
There is a pretty good chance you won’t be able to access the 13th floor in many buildings. Why? It simply doesn’t exist! Believe or not, most building owners choose to omit the floor to avoid problems that may arise from superstitious tenants.
However, here in Colorado, this hidden floor is very real. Dare to enter the 13th Floor Haunted House, where guests have to run through a zombie infestation, haunted Mayan ruins, and frightful swamps.
CONNECTICUT: Mark Twain's Haunted Mansion
American author Mark Twain wrote some of his most famous books, like “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” and “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer,” from the comfort of his Hartford mansion. This ominous, Gothic mansion is rumored to be haunted by the ghost of Twain himself and his daughter Susy, who died of meningitis in 1896.
Today, this historical home is allowing scare-seekers to come and learn more about the ghostly tales that surround the Mark Twain House. Ghost tours are seasonal, and some even offer a seven-hour tour of the house, which includes dinner and a full-fledged ghost-hunting excursion.
DELAWARE: Frightland
Frightland might not be the happiest place on earth, but this theme park is a true thrill-seeker's dream. With eight haunted attractions, a hay ride, and an actual 150-year-old haunted barn, this park is perfect for those searching for a bone-chilling experience.
If you are a scare-seeking philanthropist, you’ll be happy to hear that Frightland donates a portion of all ticket proceeds and 100% of parking proceeds to benefit the Leukemia Research Foundation of Delaware. They are truly helping the world one scream at a time.
FLORIDA: The Shallow Grave
Imagine your worst nightmare: Is it snakes? Clowns? Or even some terrifying spiders? Aahh! Well, if you don’t like to be scared shitless, you might want to stay at home because this haunt really digs into some of your worst fears.
GEORGIA: Netherworld
From the incredibly realistic makeup looks to the over-the-top special effects, stepping into this haunted house feels like you're stepping onto a gory, high-tech horror movie set.
HAWAII: Scare Hawaii
As humans, we tend to tuck our fears way at the backs of our minds. However, this haunted attraction brings out all those fears we've locked away. From the foggy corridors to the chilling special effects, prepare yourself for the unexpected here at Scare Hawaii.
IDAHO: Haunted Mansions of Albion
You probably thought school couldn’t get any worse. Before becoming one of Idaho’s most sought-out haunted houses, this building served as a place to train high school graduates as teachers. Due to low enrollment and a lack of funds, the school closed its doors in 1969. Today, this haunted attraction promises to scare thrill-seekers as they walk among the haunted halls of the abandoned dormitory.
ILLINOIS: Massacre Haunted House
Guests will experience the sense of terror that permeates throughout this 20,000-square-foot, custom-built attraction. From frightening mazes to eerie props, you are in for the scare of your life.
INDIANA: Fear Fair
Brace yourself for the biggest and baddest haunted attraction in Indiana. Haunted house enthusiasts can get lost deep inside Zombie City, where the undead are swarming around every corner.
IOWA: Sleepy Hollow Haunted Scream Park
Work up the nerve to step into one of the four hair-raising haunted attractions this park has to offer. And if you’re brave enough, come out and enjoy a spook-tacular drink at Club Blood, thevampiro-themed nightclub for all the bloodsuckers out there. Did someone say Bloody Mary?
KANSAS: Field of Screams
Do you have what it takes to escape a murder house? At Field of Screams you'll be able to walk the grounds of Jebediah Spurlocks’ rumored home, where the infamous “vigilante murders” took place. But be quick; once inside you only have 20 minutes to solve the puzzles and escape before Jeb returns. !Buena suerte!
KENTUCKY: Waverly Hills Sanatorium
Originally built to treat patients with tuberculosis, Waverly Hills Sanatorium soon became known for its supernatural occurrences.
According to paranormal investigators, in 1932 a nurse was said to have jumped to her death from the roof patio. No one was able to find out why she committed this act, although many speculate that she may have been pushed over the edge.
Guests can take a tour of the sanatorium, where they will experience the ghastly entities that torment its halls.
LOUISIANA: 13th Gate
Guests will have a chance to face some of their worst nightmares in this haunted attraction. According to the website, 13th Gate features a real snake-infested swamp, nightly voodoo shows, and hidden subterranean passages. 13th Gate combines incredible sets and amazing make-up artistry to provide guests with an ultra-realistic experience.
MAINE: Destination Haunt
Located in Maine on the New Hampshire border, guests can take a self-guided tour into the frightening woods of this haunted trail. From hair-raising execution sites to cemeteries of people purportedly buried alive, you'll never really be prepared for what you'll find at Destination Haunt – or should we say, what will find you!
MARYLAND: Legends of the Fog
Experience four scary attractions for the price of one! Crasins Glen has been infested by a strange toxic fog and your only hope of survival is checking into the Farewell Hotel. Once inside, things get really intense when you face nerve-wracking surprises that await in the dark hallways. If you manage to check out, you must find your way out of the corn maze. But be careful, because you're not alone!
MASSACHUSETTS: Ghost Ship Harbor
A plague has broken out in the Boston area and the USS Salem is your last hope for survival. Climb aboard the Salem at Ghost Ship Harbor for a thrilling experience where guests will encounter over 60,000 square feet of real-life terror.
MICHIGAN: Erebus
Way before the three-part epic journey of Marty McFly in "Back to the Future," Dr. J. Colbert built the world’s first functioning time machine here in Michigan. However, his invention had one serious flaw: Each time anyone attempted to travel back in time, the time period would recognize the subject as a virus and attack. After running short of subjects, Dr. J. Colbert has now disguised his time machine as a haunted attraction in order to lure in more people to experiment on.
MINNESOTA: Scream Town
Prepare to put your senses to the ultimate test in this chilling, lights-out event at Scream Town. Guests can only rely on their remaining senses and a small glow stick to find their way out from the Circus Asylum. Due to the level of intensity, all participants must sign a waiver, and those under the age of 18 must have a guardian present.
MISSISSIPPI: The Terror Test
Filled with cutting-edge special effects and pyrotechnics, The Terror Test is Mississippi’s ultimate haunted attraction that puts you right in the middle of a movie-quality set. Why is it called The Terror Test? Check it out and see for yourself…
MISSOURI: The Beast
Named one of the spookiest haunted houses in America, this thrilling open-format attraction is certainly one you'll want to add to your bucket list. The open space provides a one-of-a-kind experience where guests have will have to use their instincts to find a way out while avoiding the frightening werewolves that lurk in the dense fog.
MONTANA: Old Montana Prison
This men's correctional facility in Montana opened its doors from 1817 until the early 1970s. Due to some gruesome murders that occurred during a riot in 1959, the facility is rumored to have tortured souls lurking around the cells of the prison.
NEBRASKA: Camp Fear
Camp Fear features a unique, hair-raising experience like no other. Whether you want to enjoy classic horror films outdoors or experience 20 minutes of terror in the ghostly forest, there is definitely something to do for scare-seekers of all ages.
And if you’re brave enough to spend la noche, bring a tent and dare to stay in Nebraska’s haunted campground where spirits walk among you. Camp at your own risk!
NEVADA: Freakling Bros.
When you think of Las Vegas, you probably don't think of haunted attractions. But Sin City happens to be the home of one of the scariest attractions in the country. Say hello to Freakling Bros.! This attraction is home to three haunted houses: Castle Vampyre, the Circus of Horrors, and the Gates of Hell.
A couple of years ago, the Gates of Hell became one of the first haunts in the country to receive an R rating due to its graphic content. Guests had to be over 18 and sign a waiver to go through.
NEW HAMPSHIRE: Haunted Overload
Prepare to be scared out of your mind here at Haunted Overload. This unique haunted attraction in New Hampshire is committed to giving you the ultimate bone-chilling experience at an affordable cost. From its eerie forest to its incredibly realistic giant monsters, you'll definitely want to return for more.
NEW JERSEY: Brigton Asylum
As a proud Jersey native, I am eager to present you with the one of the country’s scariest haunted attractions, Brighton Asylum. Brighton originally housed the mentally insane throughout the 1940s, most of whom were treated inhumanely. Although the doors closed in 1952, the asylum reopened in 2011 as a haunted attraction. Here guests will come face-to-face with the restless sprits that still reside there.
If you’re a scare-seeker looking to be frightened all year long, Brighton Asylum has you covered. The haunted attraction hosts terrifying holiday-themed nights, such as “Santa Slay” and “Dark Valentine."
NEW MEXICO: NM Slaughter House
Someone call Rihanna, because there is some kinky S&M shit going on at this attraction. Enter the home of a demented sadomasochist couple, where you will meet their beloved daughter “Nina." Follow her through the secret passageways created by children to escape the evil spirits that lie within the house. Due to starving conditions, children can be seen chewing on each other. So try not to be seen, as they will attempt to eat YOU!
NEW YORK: Blackout
This X-rated Halloween attraction is known for being one of the most extreme haunted houses in the world. For $50, participants 18 and older can experience what it's like to be abducted. Those who dare to enter are placed in uncomfortable situations such as being gagged, tied up, or even stripped half-naked. ¡No gracias!
NORTH CAROLINA: Spookwoods
After having a hair-raising time at a haunted house when he was 15, founder Tony Wohlgemuth took his childhood experience and created North Carolina’s scariest haunted house. Whether you want to take a stroll in the 60-acre haunted woods or take a ride on the spook-tacular zipline, there is literally an attraction for everyone.
NORTH DAKOTA: Acres of Terror
Immerse yourself into a night full of terror at the old abandoned Leonard High School. Here you'll meet some of the most diabolical characters, such as Ziggy the werewolf bus driver, the diabolical mass murderer, Striker, and more.
OHIO: Haunted Hoochie
If you’re looking for a haunted attraction that lets guests submit themselves to a horrific nightmare, you’ve come to the right place. At Dead Acres, you can live out some of the most gruesome and demented scenes that'll leave you at risk of physical and emotional injuries.
OKLAHOMA: Psycho Path
Psycho Path dares you to enter QUARANTINE, an all-new, epic rescue survival mission where guests will get the chance to take out actual zombies with paintball guns.
OREGON: Spirit of Halloweentown
Every year, the spirit of Halloweentown comes alive beginning October 1 for a month-long celebration. Here at St. Helen – the shooting location for the 1998 cult Disney Channel original movie “Halloweentown” – thousands of innocent souls get together to experience all of the frightful events the town has to offer.
PENNSYLVANIA: Terror Behind the Walls
The world’s first true penitentiary was once used to incarcerate some of the most notorious criminals such as Al Capone and Willie Sutton. Today people can visit this landmark to witness the spirits that inhabit the prison halls.
RHODE ISLAND: Haunted Hill
Rhode Island may be small for a state, but it's BIG for a scream. Visitors can take a leisurely walk through the woods… but that walk may not stay so leisurely for long.
SOUTH CAROLINA: The Dark Knight's Terror Trail
Seeking an unforgettable experience? The Dark Knight's Terror Trail is the answer. Guests must creep their way through the spooky forest, where they will find themselves in the middle of a zombie apocalypse. But watch out, because you never know when your friends may become your enemies.
SOUTH DAKOTA: Fear Asylum
More than just a haunted house, guests will have to escape the unspeakable evil that lies within the "east wing" of the asylum. This haunted attraction offers over 1,000 square feet of realistic props, puzzles, and movie-quality special effects.
TENNESSEE: Nashville Nightmare
At this attraction, thrill-seekers can expect horror scenes, state-of-the-art special effects, and shocking surprises around every corner. This year, Nashville Nightmare is an even bigger and better show. Brace yourself for four new haunted attractions that will torment your sanity.
TEXAS: Haunted Mayfield Manor
Welcome to the home of Dr. Horace Mayfield, the once-respected doctor who went insane after losing his beautiful fiance, his parents, and, most importantly, all of his research during the great hurricane of 1990. Guests will find themselves running away while enjoying the historical component behind the manor.
UTAH: Asylum 49
If you don't want to be grabbed, separated from your group, or strapped to a metal bed, this is NOT the haunted house for you. Here at Asylum 49, scare-seekers can expect one heart-pounding experience at every turn. Keep your eyes peeled, because you might encounter the rumored spiritual portal that is said to exist at the Old Tooele Hospital.
VERMONT: Dead North
What was once called North Village has now become Dead North Village, where you might find one of the freakish, demented residents of the Farmland of Terror. Dead North is also home to a creepy slaughter house — but what, exactly, are they slaughtering there?
VIRGINIA: Major Graham Mansion
Every fall, this historic antebellum mansion transforms into a spine-chilling nightmare where guests will encounter frightening shackled servants and wandering, crazed confederate soldiers throughout. Over 60,000 brave souls have already survived this haunted attraction, but will you?
WASHINGTON: Georgetown Morgue
Guests get a taste of the dark side in this facility used to store the bodies of some of the most tragic deaths. According to the morgue's history, this facility holds what is considered to be the most horrifying unsolved crime in Seattle's history. During the evening of October 25, 1968, nine of their staff were forced into the crematorium chamber. There were no witnesses, and no suspects identified for this heinous crime.
WEST VIRGINIA: Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum
Open all night until the last person screams, every inch of this terrifying asylum will give thrill-seekers a hair-raising experience. Guests will have the opportunity to ghost hunt at this national landmark for a chance to come face-to-face with the unfortunate souls that died here.
WISCONSIN: Chambers of Horrors
Oh no! Zombies have taken over Wisconsin and you’re the only one left! The world is counting on you, so take a ride through “Zombieland” to hunt and kill some infected zombies – don’t forget to channel your inner Daryl Dixon. Best of luck!
WYOMING: Nightmare on 17th Street
For over 25 years, the Nightmare on 17th Street Haunted House has been terrorizing its victims in complete darkness. Themes change every year, from classic scares to modern terror.
(P.S. If you dress like a zombie you get a special discount!)
