Charlotte Haunted Trails

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Plan Spooky Season with this list of haunted trails near Charlotte, North Carolina! All of the attractions listed below are within driving distance of Charlotte — some closer than others, of course. We’ve listed the basic info for each attraction, but make sure to follow the links to get the latest info, and to buy tickets in advance if required.

These are all outdoor attractions, so you should call them or check their social media if the weather is questionable.

Some or most of these haunted trails will not be suitable for young children.

Looking for not-so-scary fall attractions for the whole family? Check out our list of Charlotte area corn mazes, pumpkin patches and hayrides!

Please also check our huge list of fall festivals in the Charlotte area in 2024, as well as our list of Halloween events and Trick or Treat events.

Willing to drive a little farther for a haunted experience? Check out these haunted trails and houses near Raleigh, NC.

Want to have your fall attraction get extra attention here or on the list of Fall Festivals and Halloween Parties? Just email ads@charlotteonthecheap.com.

These attractions might be too scary for young children.

13th Acre

3718 Plyler Mill Rd., Monroe
704-709-7000
Dates from September 20 to October 31, 2024
General admission is $26.50 online and $30.50 at the gate. Fast pass and VIP tickets available.
Two attractions: Coffin Creek and The Forbidden Acre.
More info on the 13th Acre

Scarrigan Farms

Carrigan Farms
1213 Oakridge Farm Highway (for Scarrigan Farms) and 1261 Oakridge Farm Highway (for pumpkins and sunflowers)
Mooresville, NC 28115
704-664-1450
$25 to $50, depending on date
Select dates from September 27 to November 1, 2024
The 170 acre farm will be transformed into the scariest haunted trail in the region. Reservations are required.
More info and reservations.

Fear Farm

424 Ninety-Nine Island Road, Blacksburg, SC
864-839-1022
Dates from September 21 to November 2, 2024
$30 for general admission. On September 21 and 27, buy 3 tickets and get 1 free.
More info.

Lake Hickory Haunts

520 Carolina Avenue, Hickory, NC
828-212-1442
Dates from September 13 to November 2, 2024
$30 to $38, depending on which night, and if you buy in advance. Fast Pass and VIP Pass also available.
Often listed as the best, or one of the best, haunts in North Carolina. Lake Hickory Haunts includes 13 unique haunted attractions, all around the lake.
More info.

Midway Wicked Woods

Midway Campground Resort
114 Midway Drive, Statesville
855-882-7999
Dates from September 27 to November 2, 2024
$25, with an additional $5 for parking.
Ride on a wagon to the entrance, where you’ll be dropped off to walk the “Midway Wicked Woods.”
More info.

Boogerwoods

725 Phaniel Church Rd, Rockwell, NC
October 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, and November 2, 2024
Admission is $30, and all tickets are fast pass. Cash only. No online sales.
Themed sets: Mineshaft, Pirate Ship, Backwoods Theater (new), Boogerassic Park, Booger Labs, Earl’s Small Engine Repair, Twister, Midnight Taxi, Booger Maze, Club Booger, Boogerwoods Campground, Booger Vortex, The Museum. Raises money for help cure Cystic Fibrosis.
More info.

Kersey Valley Spooky Woods

1615 Kersey Valley Road, Archdale, NC
Dates from September 13 to November 2, 2024
General admission tickets are $40.
The attraction is different every year and is one of the most popular ones in the area. Expect a wait unless you spring for a fast pass.
More info.

Matthews Playhouse Halloween Haunted Trail

Four Mile Creek Trail, behind Matthews Community Center
100 McDowell Street, Matthews, NC
October 25 to 27, 2024
Ticket price: $10 for either trail. $5 for the activities only during the early session (no trail.)
From 5:30 to 7 p.m., bring young children to the “Not So Spooky” trail. Also, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., kids can enjoy the Halloween Fun Zone for $5, including activities like trunk or treat, games, crafts and face painting. Tickets to the “Not So Spooky” trail includes tickets to the Halloween Fun Zone. Starting at 7:30 p.m., the trail will be a “Full Fright” Trail.
More info.

Museum of the Waxhaws Haunted Trail

Museum of the Waxhaws
8215 Waxhaw Highway, Waxhaw, NC
Saturday, October 12 and 19, 2024
$10 per person
More info

The Haunted Pyramids

2745 Toney Road, Lawndale, NC
Dates from September 13 to November 2. All Fridays and Saturdays, plus Thursday, October 31.
$30 for general admission. $45 for VIP.
All 5 attractions are included in the price: The Haunted Pyramids, The Abandoned, Carnival of Terror, Monster Mill, and Dr. Venom’s Snake Pit.
More info.

Forbidden Forest

14210 Old Beatty Ford Road, Rockwell, NC
704-223-2765
Check back soon for 2024 info. In 2023 it was a two-night-only attraction.
Raises money for St. Jude’s Children Hospital.
More info.

SCarowinds

Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Boulevard, Charlotte NC
704-588-2600
Select nights September 13 to October 27, 2024
Online ticket prices start at $49.99 ($60 including fees) plus parking. This includes Trick and Treats (the daytime attraction), Oktoberfest and SCarowinds. The price is more expensive for some dates.
It’s the biggest and most elaborate haunted attraction in Charlotte. It’s also the most expensive. However, if you sign up for Charlotte on the Cheap’s newsletter, we have a great discount for SCarowinds!
More info.

Frightmare on Dam Road at Mr. Putty’s Fun Park

2333 Dam Road, Tega Cay, SC
844-677-8889
Check back soon for 2024 info.
Haunted mini golf. Live actors and open air scares.
More info.

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