California is one of the premier haunted attraction destinations in the world. From Knott’s Scary Farm in Buena Park — the original theme park Halloween event, running since 1973 — to Universal Studios Hollywood Horror Nights, the state sets the global standard for large-scale haunt productions. But California’s scene extends far beyond the theme parks. The Bay Area, San Diego, Sacramento, and the Central Valley all host independent haunted houses that rival anything in the country. With a mild October climate and a year-round entertainment culture, California haunts deliver longer seasons and higher production values than almost any other state. Browse all haunted houses across California below and filter by region, scare level, and type to plan your Halloween season.
California is home to some of the most exciting haunted attractions in the United States. From terrifying haunted houses and outdoor haunted trails to haunted hayrides and immersive scream parks, visitors can find a wide variety of Halloween experiences across the state.
Explore haunted houses in California to discover seasonal attractions, spine-chilling walkthrough experiences, and some of the most popular haunted attractions in the country. Whether you’re looking for a classic haunted house, a massive scream park with multiple attractions, or a haunted trail through dark woods, California offers Halloween fans plenty of unforgettable scares.
Browse all 64 haunted attractions in California — use the filters above to narrow by scare level, haunt type, city, and more.
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