Jersey City horror fans know the Garden State delivers serious scares. When autumn’s chill rolls in, haunted house hunters seek heart-pounding experiences that push terror to the edge of reality.
From abandoned industrial zones to historic corridors, New Jersey’s haunted attractions promise spine-tingling encounters that transform ordinary spaces into nightmare landscapes where fear becomes an immersive adventure.
Discover Jersey’s most terrifying haunted house destinations now!
Featured Haunted Houses in Jersey City
13th Hour Haunted House (Wharton)
What to Expect
Pitch-dark navigation with live actors and advanced animatronics
Description
13th Hour Haunted House delivers a multi-dimensional horror experience with three distinct haunted attractions: House of Nightmares, The Attic, and the Darkside. Their immersive haunted houses feature movie-quality sets, sophisticated special effects, and live actors who transform each room into a terrifying narrative journey through darkness and fear.
Where: Wharton | More Info: 13th Hour Haunted House
Brighton Asylum (Passaic)
What to Expect
Multi-zone haunted asylum with interconnected horror narratives
Description
A multi-level haunted attraction set in an abandoned asylum complex, Brighton Asylum delivers immersive horror through three distinct haunted experiences: the main asylum, underground tunnels, and condemned staff quarters. Hollywood-quality special effects and live actors create a cinematic nightmare scenario with intricate set designs and terrifying atmospheric storytelling.
Where: Passaic | More Info: Brighton Asylum