Scarehouse: The Nation’s Most Terrifying Haunted Experience

With Halloween just around the corner, the cool weather making its way into the area, and the leaves falling from the tree, it is time for every college student to be wishing for their childhood memories of trick-or-treating and pumpkin carving. While trick-or-treating is nearly out of the question, and pumpkin carving is difficult to do in a college dorm, there is still one terrifying and exhilarating option for the month of October: Scarehouse.

Reviewed by ABC Today, as “the scariest haunted house in America,” and by Travel Channel as “one of America’s scariest halloween attractions;” it is safe to say that those filled with bravery and the need for thrill will be satisfied with their experience. Below are specific details about the multiple attractions of Scarehouse. Happy Halloween and remember to check back in next week for new itineraries and a themed post by your writer’s at The Road Most (Knowledgeably) Traveled.

Scarehouse 2018

Location: 118 Locust Street, Etna PA 15223. Free shuttle provided from Pittsburgh Zoo (7370 Baker Street, Pittsburgh, PA)

Contact: (412-781-5885)  | info@scarehouse.com

Dates: Open now until November 3, 2018

General Admission:

General Admission Tickets can be found online or at the entrance of the Scarehouse. The ticket includes entry to the 3 terrifying haunted houses:

1) Infernal– Enter the darkest parts of hell where the spirits turned off the lights. You will spend time with demons- in the complete darkness.

Clown found in Nocturnia 3-D Haunt as seen on Scarehouse website.

2) Nocturnia 3-D– Have you ever had a dream turn into a nightmare, and you wake up in a sweat? In this haunt, your favorite carnival clowns are twisty and creepy and ready for you to come on in for a nightmare that will leave you wishing for a dream.

3) Pittsburgh Zombies– A tribute to the living dead, enter this haunt and come face to face with the walking dead. Let their zombie breath creep down your neck, sending chills down your spine.

Price: prices can be found online during purchase

RIP Ticket:

With a “RIP Ticket,” you can skip the lines and head straight for the screams of fear found deep inside the haunted house. Groups of 15 or more get a discounted price.

Price: Single Ticket $40  | 15 or more: $30

Basement Ticket: 18 Years and Older ONLY, must be willing to sign a waiver provided by Scarehouse

Two past participants in the Basement Haunt. Image found on Scarehouse website.

In this special haunted house, separate from the three other attractions, you can either go into it alone or with one other person. It features a series of R-rated and intense horrors that push the limits of fear. It includes high voltage effects, low lighting, tight spaces, strong scents, profanity (including nudity and touching), complete darkness, violent scenarios, water, and impactful scares. If you are interested, get there early because they have limited tickets since each session in the basement takes about 20-30 minutes and only 1-2 people are allowed at a time.

Price: Single Tickets- $31-$35  | Double Tickets- $44-$50

 

Behind the Scenes:

A set builder at Scarehouse working on the 2018 set, as seen on the Scarehouse website.

Get a one and a half hour behind the scenes tour of the work that goes into creating the haunted houses. You will be able to see the details and creative background that goes into creating the original production in the haunted houses. You will be guided by one of the workers through the process, starting with creating the concept and then executing it into a full sized project. Street parking only, no transportation provided to this special project.

Price: $23.50 

Turn Out the Lights: Total Darkness, Total Terror  

For anyone age 7 years or older, on November 3rd ONLY the scariest haunted house offers a night of total darkness. You must enter the haunt with a glow stick only to light the way through the terrifying rooms of each haunted house under general admission or RIP tickets. Why is this a bonus? You will never know what is around the corner or walking behind you, adding a complete new level of fear to the journey through the house. You must sign a waiver to enter the total darkness, book now so you reserve a spot on the one night only adventure.

Price: $22 per person

Whether you’re brave hearted, or a scaredy cat like me, Scarehouse found in Pittsburgh, PA has the perfect haunt for everyone. Happy Halloween and see you next week!