North Alabama’s haunting season transforms ordinary spaces into spine-chilling experiences. From historic mansions to purpose-built attractions, Huntsville and surrounding areas offer terrifying adventures that test even the bravest souls’ nerves.
Discover heart-pounding haunts that blend local history with supernatural storytelling. Whether you’re seeking classic horror or immersive terror, these attractions promise unforgettable encounters with the unknown.
Explore North Alabama’s most hair-raising haunted attractions now!
Featured Haunted Houses in Huntsville
Cedarhurst Mansion
What to Expect
Sally Carter's ghost reportedly roaming the mansion grounds
Description
The historic Cedarhurst Mansion in Huntsville harbors a haunting legend about Sally Carter, a 16-year-old who allegedly died in the estate in 1837. Though not currently open to the public, the mansion remains a local paranormal curiosity with reported ghostly encounters including unexplained door movements, disembodied voices, and spectral appearances around the property.
Where: Huntsville | More Info: Cedarhurst Mansion
DoomsDay Haunted Attraction (Athens)
What to Expect
Radioactive post-nuclear abandoned town scenario with elaborate backstory
Description
DoomsDay Haunted Attraction transforms an abandoned, quarantined war-torn town into a chilling nuclear-themed horror experience. Visitors navigate through a post-apocalyptic landscape where radioactive survivors inhabit an isolated, forgotten settlement deep in the woods, creating an immersive narrative of isolation and terror.
Where: Athens | More Info: DoomsDay Haunted Attraction
Haunt4Charity
What to Expect
Fully volunteer-operated outdoor haunted attraction with local charity focus
Description
An all-outdoor haunted attraction in Huntsville, Alabama, run entirely by volunteers. This community-driven haunted experience offers a unique outdoor setting with age-friendly scares and a charitable mission, donating proceeds to the Care Center Food Pantry in New Hope.
Where: Huntsville | More Info: Haunt4Charity
Historic Lowry House
What to Expect
Underground Railroad historical site with documented paranormal investigations
Description
Historic Lowry House offers paranormal enthusiasts an immersive ghost investigation experience in a restored 19th-century Alabama home. Guided tours explore the property's Underground Railroad connections and potential supernatural activity, featuring Southern Ghost Girls Tours that delve into local historical hauntings.
Where: Huntsville | More Info: Historic Lowry House