Southern California’s haunted house scene delivers spine-chilling experiences that transform ordinary autumn nights into heart-racing adventures. From Thousand Oaks to Chino, thrill-seekers can explore meticulously crafted horror attractions designed to test even the bravest souls.
Beyond traditional haunted houses, the region offers unique paranormal experiences like San Francisco’s ghost tours through historic Chinatown, where supernatural stories intertwine with rich cultural landscapes and centuries-old urban mysteries.
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Featured Haunted Houses in Chinatown
- Caitlin Manor Haunted House (Chino)
- Reign of Terror Haunted House (Thousand Oaks)
- San Francisco Chinatown Ghost Walking Tour (San Francisco)
- The Haunt Ghost Tours (San Francisco)
Caitlin Manor Haunted House (Chino)
What to Expect
Multiple horror-themed rooms with pop culture and classic horror references
Description
Caitlin Manor delivers a multi-room horror experience featuring themed terror zones including a Clown Room, Zombie Room, and a Five Nights at Freddy's-inspired space. The haunted house blends classic horror movie characters like Michael Myers, Freddy, and Jason with immersive theatrical scares that challenge visitors' nerves.
Where: Chino | More Info: Caitlin Manor Haunted House
Reign of Terror Haunted House (Thousand Oaks)
What to Expect
142 custom horror rooms across 11 interconnected themed attractions
Description
Southern California's largest indoor haunted house spans 32,000 square feet with 142 custom rooms across 11 interconnected themed attractions. Professional-grade horror experience features intricate sets, live actors, mechanical monsters, and immersive special effects designed to thoroughly terrify adult visitors.
Where: Thousand Oaks | More Info: Reign of Terror Haunted House
San Francisco Chinatown Ghost Walking Tour (San Francisco)
What to Expect
Paranormal storytelling through authentic Chinatown historic locations
Description
Guided nighttime walking tour exploring the dark history and paranormal legends of San Francisco's historic Chinatown. Participants traverse narrow alleys and historic streets, uncovering chilling stories of ghosts, murders, and supernatural encounters specific to the neighborhood's rich cultural landscape. Live storytelling brings centuries of mysterious local folklore to life.
Where: San Francisco | More Info: San Francisco Chinatown Ghost Walking Tour
The Haunt Ghost Tours (San Francisco)
What to Expect
Professional ghost hunting equipment and interactive paranormal investigation experience
Description
Nighttime ghost hunting tour through San Francisco's historic Jackson Square and Chinatown neighborhoods. Professional storyteller-guides lead participants using authentic paranormal investigation tools like EMF meters and dowsing rods, exploring Gold Rush-era locations with documented hauntings and true crime histories.
Where: San Francisco | More Info: The Haunt Ghost Tours