For Haunters

Alabama Top Haunt: Insanitarium Are you insane enough? Kicking off our 2017 favorite haunts is none other than Pinson, Alabama’s award winning INSANITARIUM. You’ll visit the lair of the demented Dr. Ausnemen, the mad scientist whose evil undead still lurk the grounds. But rumor has it the deranged doctor has also created a machine which allows INSANITARIUM’s victims..er, visitors to witness creatures only seen in nightmares.  INSANITARIUM promises to step up the scares each and every year to deliver the ultimate fright fest for the whole family (although parents are advised the attraction may be more appropriate for those 13 and up)…. Read more »

Virginia Top Haunt: 43 Nightmares With 43 Nightmares you’re sure to have a sleepless night!   Nestled in the small town of Keeling, VA lurks your darkest nightmares. Rated one of Virginia’s scariest haunts and partner with Scream Freak Network, a professional acting troupe that promises to offer you the scare of your life! While 43 Nightmares prefers to remain mum about the horror that awaits you, you’ll face all manner of deranged beings, chainsaw welding madmen and more! For years they’ve been satisfying fans who rave about their prop design, sets and special effects. Featuring a haunted house, trail and corn… Read more »

Texas Top Haunt: 13th Floor San Antonio The Lone Star State doesn’t mess around! The 13th floor arrives in San Antonio, returns to take its place as the top haunt in all of Texas. The largest and longest haunted house in all of San Antonio, The 13th Floor will transport you to new levels of terror! Described as theatrical, intense, and graphic, this haunt promises an agonizing thrill ride. You’ll plunge into the cavernous basement of a 107 year old house, where feral werewolves and the undead will greet you with great enthusiasm… FrightFind It: 13th Floor in San Antonio, TX More… Read more »

Tennessee Top Haunt: Frightmare Manor The Money Back Haunt that Guarantees a Fright! Nestled in the quiet mountain town of Talbott, TN resides Frightmare Manor. Formerly the home of a wealthy plantation owner, Frightmare Manor is more than just another haunt. You see, that former plantation owner was Jeremiah Lexer, one of Tennesee’s most prolific serial killers in history. Yes, you read that right. What was once the site of one of the most grisly real life ax murders in Tennessee history is now the home of Frightmare Manor. According to www.onlyinyourstate.com, visitors can still see the ax marks on the wall… Read more »

Arizona Top Haunt: Sanctum of Horror Will You Survive the Mad Mind of Lenore? For the past 5 years, Sanctum of Horror has been striking fear into the hearts of haunt lovers from near and far. Moving up the ranks from the second spot on our list in 2016, this attraction is sure to get your blood pumping. When you enter you’ll be introduced to the notoriously twisted mind of Lenore, a violently disturbed little girl. As you walk through a maze of macabre surroundings you’ll be witness to her terrifying past.  Sanctum of Horror has already announced that they’ll be unveiling… Read more »

Washington Top Haunt: Fright Factory Washington’s Largest Manufacturer Of Screams Fright Factory, located in Buckley, Washington, holds onto its place at the top of the podium for the second year in a row. The owners of this haunted house make no claims of being “family friendly…” In fact, due to the intensity of the attraction, they suggest you leave young children at home, and come prepared to be totally freaked out! This haunt might break your spirit, but it won’t break the bank; cost of admission is only $12 ($11 if you bring a can of food). FrightFind It: Fright Factory in Buckley,… Read more »

Kentucky Top Haunt: The Haunted Hotel A creepy bellhop and mint on your pillow Kentucky’s longest continuous running haunted attraction, The Haunted Hotel, is the top haunt for the state of Kentucky. The Haunted Hotel opened in 1991 and is dubbed one of the most extreme and physical haunts in the United States. Guests can count on being accosted by creepy hotel employees and may hear disturbing dialogue inside of this horror house. You may check-in at The Haunted Hotel, but you will never CHECK OUT!! FrightFind It: The Haunted Hotel in Louisville, KY More Top Haunts in Kentucky Mayhem Mansion The spirits… Read more »

Iowa Top Haunt: The Heart of Darkness Haunted Complex They Don’t Skip A Beat The Heart of Darkness is Iowa’s scariest haunted complex, and takes the top haunt for the state of Iowa! This haunt features 10 different themed attractions, including House of the Walking Dead, Killer Circus, Zombie Paintball, and more! You’ll be greeted by creepers such as Crispy the arsonist, Papa Voodoo the witchdoctor, and Chopper Charley Bartlett, who terrorize every corridor. Visit on Wednesday and Thursday night and endure Slasher Night and a Blackout Tour from 7-10pm. Or experience macabre music with a live DJ on Friday and Saturday… Read more »

Michigan Top Haunt: Erebus 4 stories of Halloween awesomeness Erebus the 4-story haunted attraction located in Pontiac, was chosen as the top haunt for the state of Michigan. This haunt is not for those who fear tight spaces, as you will be thrust into a claustrophobia inducing world of thrilling effects that will take your breath away! The indoor trek is over a half mile long and filled with creatures who bite first, ask questions later… Will you be able to outlast the torment and make it out alive? 7,086 others have tried and failed… We wish you luck. FrightFind It: Erebus in… Read more »

Illinois Top Haunt: Nightmares Basement of the Dead Nothing bad has ever happened in a basement. Right? Nightmares Basement of the Dead is featured as the top haunt for the state of Illinois! The experience begins from the moment you step out of your car, and intensifies the closer you get to the attractions. That’s right, those brave enough to enter, receive two haunts for the price of one! First, enter the Basement of the Dead, then find yourself lost within the sheer blackness that is the 3D Shattered Haunted House. You won’t know which way is up when you’re armed… Read more »

Idaho Top Haunt: Requiem Haunted House Requiem for a Nightmare Securing the top spot for Idaho this year is Requiem Haunted House. Requiem is a member of the Haunted Attraction Association, the official association of the haunted house industry and a top rated haunted house for the state of Idaho for the past 2 years. It is the newest and largest indoor haunt in Treasure Valley and offers more than 7,000 Sq feet of fright filled fun. There are two price tiers for admission with special prices for children under 12 so this attraction offers a scary good time no… Read more »

Hawaii Top Haunt: Haunted Plantation Terror in Paradise Coming in at number one for the THIRD year in a row is Waipahu’s own Haunted Plantation and for good reason; this attraction is supposedly located on an actual haunted village. Over 60 unique actors and masterful special effects have cemented this Haunted Plantation as a destination haunt worth visiting and a staple of holiday horror for area residents. Haunted Plantation has been featured on Syfy, Travel Channel and Buzzfeed and voted one of the top Haunts in the nation. This year’s theme is Apparitions, and currently their Facebook page  is being updated regularly… Read more »

Georgia Top Haunt: Paranoia Haunted House The Devil went down to Georgia, and Paranoia Haunted House scared him back. The 2017 haunt season wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Georgia, purportedly one of the most haunted states in the US. If you’re feeling rather brave, make the drive and double down on your fears to check out our top pick, Paranoia Haunted House in Canton. New for 2017 is Experiment X, where visitors will join a team on a reconnaissance mission to scour the property for the elusive and deranged Dr. Tobias Warner. Beware though; Dr. Warner’s ghoulish experiments may still… Read more »

Kansas Top Haunt: Field of Screams There is no Joe in this shack. The top haunt in all of Kansas, Field of Screams is on the site of the infamous “vigilante murders;”  the Spurlock family farm in rural Maize, Kansas. Traverse through Jebediah’s Field, then find yourself locked inside Jeb’s Escape Shack where once inside the padlocked cabin, you have only 15 minutes to solve the puzzles to earn your escape. Take a stroll through Clown Town 3D with its mind-bending mazes and disorienting obstacles, and just maybe you’ll make it out alive! FrightFind It: Field of Screams in Maize, KS More Top Haunts… Read more »

Louisiana Top Haunt: The House of Shock Not sure if you know this, but New Orleans is kinda haunted. Of all of the historical haunted houses in Louisiana, The House of Shock was voted this year’s top haunt! The haunted festival features three world-class attractions: Laff in the Dark, an “all-out 3D clown assault,” The House of Shock, and new for 2017, House of Wax, a tribute to Museé Conti. House of Wax takes you through the dark and twisted history of New Orleans, including a visit with Mad Madame Lalaurie and The Myrtles! The haunted experience also includes a full… Read more »