55 Best Haunted Attractions in the U.S., Ranked by Yelp Reviews
"Darkness falls across the land. The midnight hour is close at hand. Creatures crawl in search of blood. To terrorize y'all's neighborhood."
If you are into "Thrillers," you have been counting down the days until haunted houses, mazes and attractions reopen in time for the Halloween season.
Some haunts are better than others, so we've turned to Yelp reviewers who love jump-scares to tell us which haunted attractions are the best in the U.S. These are places given between 3.5 and 5 stars and come with warnings to leave little kids at home. Based on their star rankings and number of reviews, we've ranked them leading you to the scariest haunted house in the country.
Ready to scream? These attractions are guaranteed to give you a fright!
55. Blood Manor
Location: New York City
"Bear in mind that their attraction is relatively short, only 20 minutes, but you spend that time in motion going from scene to scene and dozens of different scares. The actors when we were there were very enthusiastic, and they were smart enough to realize my cousin was a scaredy-cat. They had fun honing in on her, much to everyone else's enjoyment." — Dennie C., Englewood, New Jersey
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54. Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Houses
Location: Ulster County, New York
"It starts with a hayride through the Forest. Along the trail, you see zombies and monsters alike. There is a 'Walker' on board that gives the history of the headless horseman. Following the hayride, you walk through a motel with lots of different scenarios. Next is a corn maze. It leads to more attractions and more scenarios. The monsters and zombies will pop up out of nowhere, but they do not touch. They follow and will scare." — Lili "Lisa" R., Nassau County, New York
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53. Hauntville
Location: Elyria, Ohio
"By far the best haunted venue I've ever been to, awesome effects and great characters. We had lots of fun blasting zombies with paintballs, highly recommended for all ages." — Jeff W., Lakewood, Ohio
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52. Haunted Schoolhouse and Laboratory
Location: Akron, Ohio
"Even though their sets are detailed immaculately, it still has a very old-school haunted house vibe, which I love. Some of the high-tech haunts nowadays go so over the top that it just doesn't feel authentic anymore. The Haunted Schoolhouse and Laboratory nails that authenticity. Old school haunted housing at it's finest!" — Brian J., Traverse City, Michigan
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51. Dread Hollow
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
"The VIP room is worth it as it's an experience in and of itself! Not only do you get front-of-the-line access, but you have your own lounge, and best of all, you get to control some of the scares in the haunt!" — Emily M., New York City
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50. Nightmare Haunted House
Location: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
"Went back last week so my mom and sister could experience it. They made it in ... and ran right back out! The staff was nice enough to let them retry it, and they made it in and right back out again. My mom said the first few steps had her terrified." — Shakeria J., Jacksonville, Florida
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49. Asylum 49
Location: Tooele, Utah
"My girlfriend and I managed to make it all the way through the first time together. Right when we got out, they RIPPED our hands apart and sent us right back in separate." — Jaden N., Tyler, Texas
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Note: Due to COVID, there will be no contact this year.
48. Scary Acres
Location: Hope, Rhode Island
"We make it a point to go to Scary Acres every year. They put on a great show. Good scares, great props and wonderful costumes and makeup. Be sure to spend the little bit more for the speed pass. " — Kristen R., Walpole, Massachusetts
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47. Frightmare Compound
Location: Denver
"The visual experience alone was way more impressive than I was expecting, and this is definitely one of the better haunted houses I've ever been to. Scary enough to make me jump a number of times but also tame enough for my daughter to come with and still be able to sleep through the night, haha!" — Kenneth M., Bradenton, Florida
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46. Georgetown Morgue
Location: Seattle
"Seriously, what the hell did I get sprayed with? Spoiler alert: The clown has a REAL chainsaw." — Alyson L., Burien, Washington
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45. The Slaughterhouse
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
"Are you wanting to jump out of your skin? Wanting shivers down your spine? All of your fears coming true? Well, you're in the right place! This Haunted House is the best house in the Des Moines region! All of the cast is into their character. As soon as you step in the gate, you have people in your face, and the terror starts." — Kyle M., Des Moines, Iowa
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44. Scared by the Sound
Location: Rye, New York
"I am an avid lover of all things scary and horror. I love going to haunted attractions and having fun. Scared by the Sound was definitely one of my favorites this year... Cool sets and actors. Very professionally scary with jumps galore. I would recommend this for anyone looking to have some spooky fun this Halloween season." — Amy L., Bronx, New York
Note: Due to COVID, this haunted house will not reopen until 2021.
43. Saint Pascal’s Haunted House
Location: Chicago
"I waited 26 years before I ever went to a haunted house, and with this being my second year of going, I've got to say St. Pascal's had the perfect blend of the jump-out-at-you goblins and overall creepy vibe." — Bridget S., Chicago
Note: Due to COVID, this haunted house will not reopen until 2021.
42: The Terrorfied Forest and Manor
Location: Pinckney, Michigan
"Was super scared about haunted anything. Braved it anyway. This place was a blast... worth it to buy the pack for house and forest. The monsters are a riot! Would definitely come back." — Tanya M., Redford, Michigan
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41. Niles Scream Park
Location: Niles, Michigan
"This was my first visit to a haunted house, and it did not disappoint! There were twists and turns that kept me on my toes and, more importantly, kept me entertained." — Kaylee B., Benton Harbor, Michigan
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40. Wisconsin Fear Grounds
Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin
"I love this place, you're entertained by ghouls and goblins and monsters while you're waiting in line to go into the place. Great place to take your love and hold her tight when the ghosts come running right at you all." — Smeet T., Milwaukee
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39. Trail of Terror
Location: Wallingford, Connecticut
"This was by far the best Halloween trail we've ever been on! A lot of thought and effort was put in each scene... different rooms had different things happening to you unexpectedly... What an AWESOME experience! I laughed... I jumped and screamed, all the actors did a fantastic job." — Quanieshia D., East Hartford, Connecticut
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38. Reaper's Revenge
Location: Scranton, Pennsylvania
"I had a great time last weekend at Reaper's. Quality scares!!!! The cast is truly in character all the time. Even when you're not scared, they make you feel uncomfortable in your own skin. " — Anthony G., Paramus, New Jersey
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37. 13th Gate
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
"The best word to describe it: 'WOW!' The attention to detail is insane!!! LIVE rodents and snakes... are you kidding me!?!? Amazing!!! The actors are great. The sets are better than Universal Studios Hollywood Horror Nights, and that's a freaking movie studio! The 13th Gate is simply mind-blowing." — Christine L., Los Angeles
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36. The Haunted World
Location: Nampa, Idaho
"I love going to this place every year! They really put a lot of thought and detail into the attraction, and it's always really fun to get scared and to see what they change every year." — Bryce F., Boise, Idaho
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35. Kersey Valley Spookywoods
Location: Archdale, North Carolina
"No longer just a haunted house, this is now a premier haunted attraction that's been featured on the Travel Channel. The makeup artists are incredible, as they make the actors look fantastic!" — Michael S., Las Vegas
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34. USS Nightmare
Location: Newport, Kentucky
"There are three different shows: lights up, for scaredy-cats; the regular show; and the special Extreme nights. If you decide halfway through that you can't handle it, there are exits throughout the house." — Adrianna B., Cincinnati
Note: Due to COVID, this haunted house will not reopen until 2021.
33. Hotel of Horror
Location: Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania
"It is downright scary, and you will love it. The rooms are all decorated with expert detail to inspire nightmares. The actors are very scary and truly do their job very well. We have kids who love to be scared, but if your kids are ambivalent, proceed with caution, as this is for older kids and younger ones only who really like to be scared. We screamed the entire time during both tours." — Marisa C., Collingswood, New Jersey
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32. The Dent Schoolhouse
Location: Cincinnati
"You have no idea how good a haunted house can be until you go to Dent. The makeup is amazing. The props are authentic, and it's difficult to tell what is real and what is not real." — John H., Cincinnati
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31. Darkside Haunted House
Location: Wading River, New York
"Really cool haunted house. A must go to. Worth the trip. Can't talk about details cause it would ruin the suspense. It is about 20 minutes long of just constant sheer terror... Scares the heck out of you!" — RICHARD P., Westbury, New York
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30. Fright Factory Haunted House
Location: Buckley, Washington
"Such a fun, horrifying time! Great job, Fright Factory. Reluctantly, I will be back next year." — Meghan B., Snoqualmie, Washington
Note: Due to COVID, this haunted house will not reopen until 2021.
29. Scream Hollow Wicked Hallow
Location: Smithville, Texas
"This place is amazing. If twisted and spooky is your thing, this is a MUST if you live remotely in the area." — Keshante A., Austin, Texas
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28. Fright Kingdom
Location: Nashua, New Hampshire
"The grim haunted house was terrifying, as you couldn't see in front of your face and the walls shocked you. Half of the time, I couldn't tell what was real and what was fake throughout the haunts, which added to the suspense." — Olivia A., Bedford, New Hampshire
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27. Nightmare on 13th
Location: Salt Lake City
"Nightmare on 13th was pretty freaking legit. It was so well done! The whole thing was just clever and creative, and I really appreciated it. It didn't seem cheap and tacky at all! The theming is cool, and the scares didn't seem to get repetitive to me at all. Also, the scares here are all in good fun, which I really liked. I never felt unsafe or that things went too far. It was just enough that I was screaming and laughing my way through the entire thing." — Courtney K., Provo, Utah
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26. Shocktober
Location: Leesburg, Virginia
"I am pretty sure I lost my voice because of all the screaming I did. Yes, I was that girl that was freaking out." — Melissa N., Key West, Florida
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25. Frightland
Location: Middletown, Delaware
"I love this place! What a great, but scary time. My fave is the barn. The hayride is great, too. It is just long enough and very high energy from all the monsters and things in the entire place." — Tom Z., Lutherville-Timonium, Maryland
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24. Gateway’s Haunted Playhouse
Location: Bellport, New York
"Peek-a-boo!!! I promise you won't hear that unless it's coming from the undead and followed by a scream." — Jude J., Nassau County, New York
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23. Paranoia Horror Maze
Location: Miami
"This was really fun and scary! It's completely dark inside, and the only thing you have to go off of is a red light. I almost chickened out, but I survived." — Erica C., Oakland Park, Florida
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22. The Dead End Hayride
Location: Wyoming, Minnesota
"The scale of this huge production is off the charts. There were so many different facets and moving parts, and during our time going through it, everything was flawless as far as I could see. The props went off at the exact times, and actors jumped out and interacted with our group right on cue. The costumed actors were great; they had tons of energy, and it made for a great experience." — Scott S., Minneapolis
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21. The Backwoods Maze
Location: Burbank, California
"They made a maze in their backyard!!! They have the coolest props, and their scare actors were awesome; I would even go again. It's free but please kindly donate a few bucks in their donation box, so they can pay their electricity bill." — Dianna D., Los Angeles
Note: This is a private home that organizes this haunt. No website is available. Find the home at 1912 N. Pepper Street in Burbank.
20. Hundred Acres Manor
Location: Pittsburgh
"You are very immersed in this haunted house for 45 minutes, both physically and mentally... Even the brave will be caught off guard and find themselves jumping in fright." — Jenna W., Pittsburgh
Note: Due to COVID, this haunted house will not reopen until 2021.
19. Erebus Haunted House
Location: Pontiac, Michigan
"This place is legit! The actors were on point from the door. It's a three- or four-story in the dark, jump-scare experience." — Ericka B., Detroit
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18. Basement of the Dead
Location: Aurora, Illinois
"I enjoy a haunted house that preys on all of your senses, and Basement of the Dead is just that. There are smells, there are sights, there are weird sensations under your feet, blasting music or silence, depending on where you are in the house. Thankfully, no taste involved, but I wouldn't be surprised if they find a way to do it, eventually." — Amy R., Naperville, Ilinois
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17. Dungeon of Doom
Location: Zion, Illinois
"This is definitely not a haunt for the family! If you are looking to experience fear, look no further. This haunt has a ton of jump scares and is 60 minutes of sheer terror! Great experience for the money! Totally recommend this house!" — Dan D., Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
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16. Field of Screams
Location: Mountville, Pennsylvania
"Wow, this made me sweat. I'm a huge horror fan, haunted house season is my fave time of year. I went into this not knowing what to expect (due to mixed reviews), and this blew my mind. If you have a phobia, this place will cover it and make sure they rub it in deep. The full contact made this place so scary, and the haunted hayride... wow just wow." — Kerri B., West Babylon, New York
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15. Scream-A-Geddon
Location: Dade City, Florida
"Great night of fear and fun. The characters/cast are phenomenal. The haunts are very good. Being part of the action by wearing a participation glow necklace makes the experience so much more." — Marlene V., Bradenton, Florida
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14. Dark Hour Haunted House
Location: Plano, Texas
"The best haunted house I've ever been to, and I've been to several. They are professionals at what they do here. You'll get a good scare! Very artistic; they make your environment feel as if you're in another world; great experience!" — S L., Dallas
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13. Haunted Plantation
Location: Waipahu, Hawaii
"I thought it was scary and fun! My boyfriend definitely had a good laugh (at me screaming). They have a lot of actors and a lot of attendants that lead you through the houses." — Jo C., Honolulu
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12. Laurels House of Horror
Location: Laurel, Maryland
"We have been to this haunt every year since it opened, and it just keeps getting bigger and better every year! The scare actors really get into their parts and are quite creepy sometimes. The sets are elaborate and very detailed. There are many confusing and disorienting parts in the mazes of rooms. Definitely worth the trip even if you've already been before!" — Jason S., Glen Burnie, Maryland
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11. The Bates Motel
Location: Glen Mills, Pennsylvania
"Bates Motel is one of the better haunted attractions in the surrounding Pennsylvania area. The prices are fair, actors stay in character, and many of the props are very cool. During this visit, we did the hayride, maze and motel... The motel was the best attraction here." — Theresa R., Lansdale, Pennsylvania
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10. The Haunted Hotel
Location: San Diego
"I was so terrified I closed my eyes the majority of the time. I also cried and wanted to throw up. Haha. With that said, they did a great job, but it was too scary for me. 5/5 stars for the actors and each scary room!" — Ashley C., San Diego
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9. Cutting Edge Haunted House
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
"Very spooky haunted house. Pleasantly surprised with how long it was. Highly recommend going here if you're looking for a solid fright." — Garrett A., College Station, Texas
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8. House of Torment
Location: Morton Grove, Illinois
"Other than being scared out of my guts and being told I collectively screamed more than the three kids combined, I was beyond amazed by the creativity put in this place — a moving subway train compartment splattered in blood and radioactive props, a whole clown room with trippy lights, to name a few." — Chanpreet K., Chicago
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7. Brighton Asylum
Location: Passaic, New Jersey
"I, a haunted house fanatic, have experienced my fair share of doomed dwellings. This asylum experience ranks among the best." — Grant E., New York
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6. Savage House
Location: San Diego
"Best haunted house I've been to. Ever. You guys [outdid] yourselves this year! I was thrilled last year when I gave this place a chance — never thought a Target parking lot could make me almost p**s my pants. But man, y'all nailed it this year." — Sarah C., San Diego
Note: Due to COVID, this haunted house will not reopen until 2021.
5. Bane Haunted House
Location: Livingstone, New Jersey
"Bane knocked it out of the water. The actors were top-notch and really played up their characters. The environment was crazy immersive and scary. We watched the Mercy TV count rise as we stood in line, and it totally freaked us all out. Once inside, we can hear people screaming from the rooms next to us, and it was a cool feeling all around. Oh and yes, people actually get to the front door and yell Mercy. Two of my friends chickened out before they even opened the door for us to go in! Good scary job Bane!" — Dominique D., Hopewell, New Jersey
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4. Statesville Haunted Prison
Location: Lockwood, Illinois
"Make sure you use the restroom before you go; otherwise, you will need a change of underwear! Creepy, terrifying, AWESOME." — Theresa K., Crown Point, Indiana
Note: Due to COVID, this haunted house will not reopen until 2021.
3. Netherworld Haunted House
Location: Stone Mountain, Georgia
"So scary! Screamed the whole time I was in there. So much so that some of the characters felt bad for me and gave me a fist bump at the end of the haunted house." — Ameila B., Smoke Rise, Georgia
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2. Terror Behind the Walls at Eastern State Penitentiary
Location: Philadelphia
"The mazes or rooms (whatever you want to call them) were terrifying! The props are top-notch, and everyone is really into character. I had so much fun, will definitely do this again!" — Rare R., Linden, New Jersey
Note: Due to COVID, this haunted house will not reopen until 2021.
1. 13th Floor Haunted House
Location: Denver
"I love how the scarers come from anywhere here. Beside you, above you, below you, you just don't know. They also don't send too many people in one group, so you can really enjoy personalized scares for your group." — Laila R., Burbank, California
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