From haunted forests to horror movie-themed escape rooms, there is something scary for everyone.
If your favorite thing to do in October is to visit haunted houses, you’re in the right place. Among the dry cornstalks and dark forests of Maryland are some of the scariest haunted attractions in the nation. Grab your coat and some friends and prepare to be thoroughly terrified. Here are 6 haunted houses in Maryland you need to visit this year:
*Please note: most of the haunted venues have instated timed-entry ticketing, so check the website before you visit.
Station 7 Terror Trail
The Station 7 Terror Trail in Gambrills has two different options, a super scary version for adults and a family-friendly one for the little ones. This path through the woods features monsters, ghostly displays, and tons of creepier lighting. Tickets are $25 for the terror trail and $8 for the Boo Haunt Loop. The Station 7 Terror Trail is open Friday and Saturday nights through October 29.
Legends of the Fog
Located in Harford County, Legends of the Fog is the best-value haunted attraction in Maryland. Legends of the Fog has not one, but four different attractions, including a haunted hayride, haunted maze, haunted hotel, and a slaughterhouse. For $40, you can enjoy all four attractions, and for an extra $15, you can upgrade to a fast pass that will get you to the head of the line. Legends of the Fog is super scary, so no one under 10 years old is allowed to attend.
Field of Screams
Field of Screams is back for another season of terror in Montgomery County. Named Best Haunted Attraction by USA Today's 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards Contest, this haunted trail is sure to satisfy any thrill seeker. The $44 admission includes admission to the slaughter factory and the hour-long Super Screams Trail. Field of Screams is open four days a week through Halloween.
Markoff's Haunted Forest
Celebrating 30 years of fright in Maryland, Markoff’s Haunted Forest is part nightclub, part haunted forest. Step into the free cursed village and warm your toes by the bonfire while listening to sounds from a live DJ. The village also features walking performers, fire spinners, and performances by local bands. The Haunted Trail is one mile of pure terror and the Town gives guests an up close and personal experience with zombies. Markoff’s Haunted Forest is located near Poolesville and is open from Friday to Sunday through Halloween.
The Nevermore Haunt
If you want to visit a Halloween attraction that’s indoors, try the Nevermore Haunt in Baltimore. Located in an old city warehouse, you’ll encounter frightful creatures of all kinds, including some original residents. While you wait your turn to get inside, you’ll be entertained by magicians, fortune tellers, and more. Tickets start at $22 per person and upgrades are available.
Laurel’s House of Horror
Laurel’s House of Horror has two types of experiences for visitors. The first is a traditional haunted house and the second is an escape room. Go back to the 1940s inside the Carlisle Hotel where you’ll witness gruesome scenes and over-the-top fright. If you haven’t had enough, try one of the escape rooms based on classic horror movies. See if you have what it takes to escape from Michael Myers, Jason Voorhees, or Jigsaw. Haunted house tickets start at $25 and escape room combination packages are available. Laurel’s House of Horror also offers a special paranormal investigator package after hours.
