2023 Best Haunted Houses in Michigan & Other Scary Things to Do, Now With Scare Level Ratings

Haunted Houses in Michigan (And a few Haunted Mazes, too)

Want to celebrate the spooky season with Halloween activities like a visit to a Haunted Attraction? Here’s what you need to know before going to a Haunted House near you: One size does not fit all.

Personal judgment is the biggest “rule” when it comes to an age limit for haunted houses in Michigan. You know yourself and your child the best.

In my own family, my nine-year-old is gangbusters for getting freaked out, whereas my 15-year-old wants nothing to do with it. This is definitely not the time for forced family fun.

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Haunted Hayrides, Haunted Mazes, Haunted Houses in Michigan & Other Creepy Attractions

If you dare to track down all of these haunted houses in Michigan, haunted corn mazes, and yes, even a haunted ship – you’ll be driving for the better part of a day. (And probably sleeping zero parts that night as you remember all the wild things you saw!)

With all that said, here’s a list of local favorites and top Haunted Houses in Michigan:

Haunted Hayride, Haunted Woods, Haunted House in Northern Michigan

3606 Blair Town Hall Rd, Traverse City, MI 49685

About This Haunted Hayride, Haunted Woods, Haunted House
Multiple haunted attractions located on the grounds of the Northwestern Michigan Fair.

"Grimfell Asylum" is a trek through a mental asylum and the effects of a horrifying doctor's work.

"The Swamp of Suffering" is where Dr. Grimfell's failed experiments are discarded... and some have thrived in the swampy grounds.

Evil clowns and horrifying cackles await in "Pandemonium."

The wagon ride through the haunted trail is geared more towards a family friendly scare, and is appropriate for most ages. There are scares - but it stays away from the gore, and intense scares found in the indoor haunts.

Open October 6 - 29, 2023
Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 PM - 11 PM and Sundays 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM.

Scare Level & Age Limits
3 out of 5. Recommended ages are 10+ for the Hayride & Trail
14+ for “Grimfell Asylum,” “Pandemonium,” and “The Swamp of Suffering”

The Hayride & Haunted Trail are intended to be more “Family” friendly. There are still plenty of scares, but they are not as intense as those in the other two attractions.

We require that all children must be able to walk on their own. You may not carry your child through any of the attractions.
10+ hayride & trail, 14+ haunted houses

Haunted House in Northern Michigan

99 Arthur St, Manistee, MI 49660
(231) 723-3587

About This Haunted House
Haunted “House” aboard the SS City of Milwaukee covering five decks.

It includes steep stairs, costumed actors jumping out at you, props, and more.

The Ghost Ship is open from 7:30 PM -10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday nights, Oct 6 - 29, 2023.

Kids 6 and under are free, $12/person for everyone else. Tickets sold at the door.

Or reserve Fast Pass tickets online for $22 / person. Also available at the door.

NEW for 2023: Kids Night! Tuesday, October 31 from 5 PM - 9 PM. Open to all ages! Come through Ghost Ship with the lights on and get some candy. Fun, without as much scare. $5/person

All proceeds go towards the Preservation of the S.S. City of Milwaukee and USCGC Acacia.

Scare Level & Age Limits
2.5 out of 5. The Ghost Ship involves actors jumping out from spaces and screaming at visitors.

Not recommended for children under age 7.
8+

Haunted Houses in Michigan Map

Happy Screaming!

Did we miss any cool haunted houses in Michigan? Or other fun haunted attractions?

Let us know in the comments below!

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