PENNSYLVANIA STATE - Pennsylvania is a haven for Halloween enthusiasts, with spooky attractions scattered across the state. Here are some of the best, spanning from east to west:
Eastern PA:
- Halloween Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary (Philadelphia): This abandoned prison transforms into a terrifying haunted house with multiple attractions, immersive experiences, and historical tours. It's consistently ranked among the best in the nation.
- Pennhurst Asylum (Spring City): Explore the chilling remains of a real abandoned asylum. With haunted attractions, escape rooms, and historical tours, Pennhurst offers a truly unsettling experience.
- Bates Motel & Haunted Hayride (Glen Mills): This classic Halloween destination features a terrifying haunted hayride, a creepy corn maze, and the infamous Bates Motel haunted house.
Central PA:
- Field of Screams (Mountville): This massive scream park boasts four terrifying haunted attractions, including a hayride, a haunted house, a cornfield maze, and a walk-through trail.
- Jason's Woods (Lancaster): This horror-themed attraction features six different haunts, including a haunted hayride, a zombie apocalypse, and a chainsaw maze.
- Ghosts and Goblins Tours at Lincoln Caverns (Huntingdon): Descend into the depths of Lincoln Caverns for a unique Halloween experience. These tours explore the cavern's spooky history and legends.
Western PA:
- ScareHouse (Pittsburgh): Consistently ranked among the scariest haunted houses in the country, ScareHouse features intense special effects, immersive sets, and terrifying actors.
- Hundred Acres Manor (Pittsburgh): This popular haunted attraction offers five different haunts, including a terrifying hayride, a haunted house, and a chilling walk-through attraction.
- Haunted Hill View Manor (New Castle): Explore the haunted halls of this historic mansion, rumored to be one of the most haunted places in Pennsylvania.
Bonus:
- Reaper's Revenge (Scranton): Located in the Pocono Mountains, this massive outdoor attraction features hayrides, haunted trails, and escape games. It's known for its intense scares and realistic special effects.
This is just a small sampling of Pennsylvania's many fantastic Halloween attractions. With options ranging from haunted houses and hayrides to historical tours and spooky caverns, there's something for everyone to enjoy. No matter where you are in the state, you will surely find a thrilling Halloween experience!
