5 Spookiest Haunted Houses in the US 2022

October is here and that means Halloween will be here before you know it. There is no better way to celebrate the spooky season than with a haunted house experience. You don’t even have to go far to find a good scare, there are dozens of incredible haunted houses in the US perfect for a Halloween-themed getaway.

Many haunted house attractions are located in more remote destinations, however here are some incredible places to get spooked found in some of your favorite vacation destinations! Plus, you can find heavily discounted timeshare rental accommodations nearby for a fright-filled getaway. Here are the best haunted houses you gotta see in 2022.

The Haunted Trail Of Balboa Park – San Diego, CA

Head out west for two different haunting experiences in one location: The Haunted Trail and The eXperiment Maze. Before you walk through the Haunted Trail, you have to find your way through a 3,500-square-foot maze. You will watch your favorite childhood fairytales turn into horror stories as you cautiously turn every corner.

After you survive the maze, you’ll be sent through the trail aboard the Ghoul Bus. You’ll run into your favorite frightening characters including Vecna, Pennywise, and Michael Myers as you make your way down this mile-long trail.

The Haunted Trail Of Balboa Park runs from September 23 through October 31, 2022. Tickets start at $27.99 and this attraction is recommended for those over 10.

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Halloween Horror Nights At Universal Studios – Orlando, FL

Universal Studios becomes haunted grounds during the Fall months. Their annual celebration is something you don’t want to miss. This Halloween event features 10 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, and two live shows.

The Haunted Houses for 2022 include:

• The Weeknd: After Hours Nightmare
• A Halloween-themed haunted house
• The Horrors of Blumhouse
• Universal Monsters: Legends Collide (Wolf Man vs. Dracula vs. The Mummy)
• Spirits of the Cove
• Bugs: Eaten Alive
• Fiesta de Chupacabras
• Hellblock Horror
• Dead Man’s Pier: Winter’s Wake
• Descendants of Destruction

Even outside the haunted houses, you’re not safe! Be aware of the five scare zones before the actors jump out at you!

Halloween Horror Nights At Universal Studios happens on select nights from September 2 through October 31, 2022. Single-night tickets start at $79.99 with express passes starting at $109.99. Events are recommended for children 13 and older, no costumes are allowed.

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Blood Manor – New York City, NY

Blood Manor is New York’s premier haunted attraction. It features 10,000 square feet of themed rooms with many passageways and corridors to explore. As one of the top haunted houses 2022, this attraction is not for the faint of heart and is known for being a very intense experience.

Various attractions in Blood Manor for the 2022 season include:

• The Crypt
• The Thunderdome
• The Wake
• Mayhem!
• Maggot Invation
• Hannibal’s Hell
• Killer Clown Room

The Blood Manor is open most nights throughout the month of October and the first weekend of November (4th and 5th). “Light Out Nights” are every weekend from 7 PM to 12 AM where guests explore the manor in complete darkness with only a glow stick to guide them. Tickets start at $40 for general admission, with $65 getting you RIP Express Entry. This attraction is not recommended for children under 14.

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Miasma – Chicago, IL

Miasma truly pushes the limits of what individuals have come to expect of a haunted house. It is an event that will truly test your limits. The intensity of this experience is enhanced by the fact that you must walk through it completely alone.

It is an immersive horror house that is led by narration with psychologically challenging and emotionally resonating stories like nothing else you’ve ever seen before. Every person has their own unique experience. More than a haunted house, Miasma is a work of art.

Since you enter Miasma alone, there is no one under 18 admitted. You must register to experience this unique haunted house. You can mention your budget for your private journey, but the lowest cost is $100. Additionally, the exact location isn’t even revealed to you until 24 hours before your registered window to visit.

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Biltmore – Asheville, NC

Last on the list of best haunted houses is Biltmore, the most haunted place in North Carolina. George Washington Vanderbilt II built this home in the 1800s. Unlike the above-mentioned haunted experiences, Biltmore is a regular house that is known to be haunted and is a great place to tour.

While nothing evil or wicked has been reported on the estate, the original owners have been heard and sighted. Many visitors have claimed to hear what they think is Vanderbilt’s wife, Edith, calling out to him. Others have seen ghostly shapes and figures. Additionally, the estate has many passageways and hidden doors that make it feel extra spooky.

Biltmore is open year-round and can be toured by yourself or with a guide. For a less haunted adventure, you can explore the gardens, sample at the winery, and check out the Leonardo da Vinci exhibition. Tickets for daytime admission start at $89 from October 1st through November 3rd for adults with discounted rates for ages 10-16. Kids under 9 years old are free.

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