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Haunt Maniac, 71331 Center St,, Saint Clairsville, OH (2026)

11/19/2025

Review #22: TerrorDome Haunted Scream Park (NY)
Story/Theme: 3
Creativity: 3.5
Actors: 4
Realism: 3.5
Length: 3
Immersion: 3
Intensity: 3.5
Terror Level: 3
Overall: 3.31/5 💀💀💀
Recommendation on Visiting: Moderate

There are 3 houses at this haunt with a few other entertainment things to do. I choose to give away those tickets for others to utilize. I arrived mid-late evening and was not busy at all. I was able to get through the haunts pretty much alone and that made the experience pretty good.

There was a dark maze (Lost in the Dark) attraction but too much flashing light from the actors which didn't make it a full black out experience. I ended up going to fast and collided with couple in front of me. The actors were fun to play around with but not very scary/intense.

The other house (Nightmare) was ok and was expecting more but was fine. Not over the top but ok for a lower budget level haunt.

The final one was the Barn of Terror in which I really enjoyed. The actors were more engaged in there and got a few jump scares. The good thing about this haunt is it's one price for unlimited entries through the houses. I went through the barn twice but forgoed the other ones.

There is a short escape room in which I didn't do. Overall, the cost of this haunt is worth it due to going through multiple times and a few other entertainment options. No firepit in the common area but there was some food/drink. Solid entry level haunt for folks that get scared easily.

11/19/2025

Review #21: Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Houses (NY)
Story/Theme: 5
Creativity: 4.5
Actors: 4
Realism: 4
Length: 4.5
Immersion: 3.5
Intensity: 3
Terror Level: 3
Overall: 3.94/5 💀💀💀💀
Recommendation on Visiting: Strong

The anticipation and entry of this haunted park/village was great. I went on Halloween which happened to be a non-busy night and I was early. I was one of the first groups to go through and I did have VIP.

My expectation was high and really liked the village vibe and overall theme/scenes throughout the haunt. The quality of the sets were high level and actors were overall engaged in their character. The length of this haunt was really good with several houses to include the hayride in the beginning. The thing with this haunt is that you continue through all haunts back to back. I was able to get in front of some folks with the VIP but even with a non-busy night in the beginning, I felt rushed and was with others. Crowd control could have been a little better.

I would have like a little more intensity/terror but the immersion was solid and the overall creativity was above average. I highly recommend going to visit at least once. It was worth the trip and glad I finally was able to visit.

11/09/2025

Review #25: FEAR FIELD (OH)
Story/Theme: 5
Creativity: 4.5
Actors: 4
Realism: 4
Length: 3.5
Immersion: 4
Intensity: 3.5
Terror Level: 3.5
Overall: 4/5 💀💀💀💀
Recommendation on Visiting: Strong

The "true" story behind this haunt is awesome and loved the narration. The immersion and interations with the actors was above average and really enjoyed it. I was actually impressed with the overall length based on the limited space he has to work with. The years of building this out is the reflection of his dedication in making a low-budget (not saying it was cheap to produce but I'm comparing to the big budget ones) haunt extremely enjoyable. I wish I could have went to the follow weekends blackout and bloodbath events; however, I'm over 4 hrs away and didn't want to travel that far for just one haunt.

There is one part of the haunt that freaked me out the most and I won't spoil it but it was epic. Loved that experience and the interactions with Rufus, Harvester and SkinKrawl. Maybe next year I can plan on attending the "bloodiest" haunt out there. We shall see how the schedule works out.

This is a very good haunt and I highly recommend folks to visit and experience this unique experience.

11/08/2025

Review #25: Wells Township Haunted House (OH)
Story/Theme: 4.5
Creativity: 4.5
Actors: 4.5
Realism: 4.5
Length: 4
Immersion: 5
Intensity: 4.5
Terror Level: 4
Overall: 4.5/5 💀💀💀💀💀
Recommendation on Visiting: Definitely

I went on their blackout event and was the first one through the haunt. I loved the interaction and engagement of the actors and never bumped into the group that entered after me. The wait time was long enough to encourage separation and focused immersive experience. With that blackout and limited light of the glowstick still made the haunt extremely intense.

There was several areas with sensory overload and making you focus in one area while something else was about to happen...that was awesome. The scenes were done extremely well and I didn't need the expansive lighting during the normal season, I like the "unknown" feeling. I was able to go through one area twice as the actors pushed me backwards and went through some sections again which was really great.

The uneasiness of the footing and not sure where to go made the experience more intense. That increased the terror level more than I normally experience. The final building was cool but would have been better if fully smoked out with fog. But according to the director, better things are coming next season for that space...I won't spill the beans, go visit them next season to find out.

After the haunt, was able to speak with the director and learned more about this "all volunteer" haunt and non-profit. Loved this experience and really competes well with the big budgeted haunts that I've visited.

Finally, during the wait, there is some food and several fire pits to keep you warm. Also, big projection on the side of the building along with "live" music (not going that night but does throughout the season) on their stage.

11/08/2025

Review #24: Frightland (DE)
Story/Theme: 5
Creativity: 5
Actors: 4.5
Realism: 5
Length: 5
Immersion: 4.5
Intensity: 4
Terror Level: 4
Overall: 4.63/5 💀💀💀💀💀
Recommendation on Visiting: Definitely

My second time visiting and still enjoy this haunt. Wasn't picked on too much this time around but had some great engagement with the actors. The overall park/attraction is very enjoyable and can spend the entire evening there (which I normally only go here because of the length and nothing else is close by). This was also the blackout event which is more enjoyable.

The only issue was when I arrived, had a bad interaction with a park attendant. Didn't appreciate the attitude but that quickly was over once I got inside and was in the moment of the experience. This is another haunt is when you start, you go through MOST haunts and enter back into the common area. There is two more attractions that are back to back in which the last one is always the fun one. It's a long drive (2 hrs) but always worth the trip.

I highly recommend visiting this haunt not just for the spook attractions but the food/drink options and there are few rides you get $$ tix for. It actually feels like a carnival than a haunt but it's pretty cool. I don't ride the rides but the overall experience is fun for the family or a group of friends. I say the overall experience is well above average and not recommended for everyone due to some intense moments.

11/02/2025

Review #23: Pennhurst Asylum (PA)
Story/Theme: 5
Creativity: 5
Actors: 4.5
Realism: 5
Length: 4.5
Immersion: 5
Intensity: 5
Terror Level: 4.5
Overall: 4.81/5 💀💀💀💀💀
Recommendation on Visiting: Definitely

Still is one of my favorite haunts. Wish the crowd control was a little better but that has always been the issue. I need to make sure I am the FIRST person to go through and not in the middle. Even with VIP, I was attached with other folks. I went first and tried to go slow but always met up with the group in front.

Nothing has changed over the years but still enjoy this haunt. It is long duration and pretty engaged. I went to blackout this year and have fun with this. I've seen alot of props throughout other haunts but the darkness and unsureness on what is around the corner makes the experience more immersive and intense. The terror level is high in several of the attractions which keeps your mind wandering.

The last haunt is always the best because of the overpowered fog in the underground. Even though I knew what was coming, it still was awesome experience. The fog created this isolation feeling even with other folks around you because you can't actually "see" them. Love that about this haunt.

It is a haunt that people need to check out. Also, there is a really cool outdoor walking path with other animotronics and lights. Really cool vibe there and finally end in the food/drink area with several options. You head to the exit through the store which has plenty of merch too choose from. Overall, great haunt that I enjoy each year.

10/30/2025

Review #12: Spooky Ranch at Rockin’-R Ranch (OH)
Story/Theme: 2
Creativity: 2
Actors: 1.5
Realism: 2
Length: 2
Immersion: 1
Intensity: 1.5
Terror Level: 1
Overall: 1.56/5 💀
Recommendation on Visiting: Meh

I was looking forward to this haunt after a 6 hour drive on a Thurs night. Unfortunately, the hard stop time of shutdown of this haunt was out of the ordinary. There are 3 haunted houses and the hayride. I was able to get into 2 of the houses (rather quickly) because I needed to ensure I get back to the front for the highly anticipated hayride.

The two houses were ok; however, the group of camp kids were in front and just screamed the entire way. They were slow and defeated the purpose of the haunt.

I tried to take in the scenes and the feeling of the haunts but felt rushed. I feel if I was more alone and not forced to go fast, I would have had a better experience.

The actors weren't super engaged to my liking and limited throughout. I was hoping for a good hayride but turned out to be a dud for my perspective. Some areas were ok but overall experience was lacking. The final barn scene was a good attempt but limited interactions and just 2 big animatronics moving around.
I guess my expectation was too high going in and then being forced to complete the 2 houses in 30 mins with a 15-20 min hayride to conclude the night. The other house was a clown-themed house which don't interest me anyway.

This haunt is good for families with younger folks and I would say a good beginner haunt for those that scare easily. But for an avid haunter, not worth the time/money.

10/28/2025

Review #11: Kim's Krypt Haunted Attraction (PA)
Story/Theme: 5
Creativity: 5
Actors: 5
Realism: 5
Length: 5
Immersion: 5
Intensity: 5
Terror Level: 5
Overall: 5/5 💀
Recommendation on Visiting: Definitely

Always still one of the best haunts I attend. No new pics for this year. I should have taken a few with my nephew. He really enjoyed the experience and the immersion of this haunt is awesome, even when it's not the All Goes Anything event with touch pass.

Recommend the VIP experience unless you like to wait in long lines. Always love this place but wish the pitch black attraction can be updated to something more unique would be great. The other attractions are so long and I can't remember everything from year to year. So glad this place is close to where I live.

If you have been to Kim's Krypt, it is a MUST visit on your haunting schedule.

10/28/2025

Review #10: Leech Woods Haunted Trail (MD)
Story/Theme: 3
Creativity: 3
Actors: 3
Realism: 3
Length: 4
Immersion: 2.5
Intensity: 2.5
Terror Level: 2.5
Overall: 2.87/5💀💀💀
Recommendation on Visiting: Moderate

The first part is the hayride which was solid but not over the top. Good engagement with actors and some nice scenes. While waiting in line, a few actors interacted with you and attempted to get a few jump scares.

The trail was quite long and wondering through nice scenes. Costumes were done really well and a few jump scares. A really neat stopping point with fire breathing actor while waiting for the hayride again.

Overall a pleasant and enjoyable experience.

10/28/2025

Review #18: Fortress of Fear ScreamPark (OH)
Story/Theme: 4.5
Creativity: 4.5
Actors: 4
Realism: 4.5
Length: 4
Immersion: 4.5
Intensity: 4
Terror Level: 4
Overall: 4.25/5 💀💀💀💀
Recommendation on Visiting: Strong

The biggest takeaway from this place...FOG!!! That made this haunt exceptional. With the last haunt of the night and being cold and foggy made the scene very spooky and downright petrifying at times. This ultimately made the experience more immersive than others attractions.

Scenes and themes were great with solid number of actors and good engagements. I felt like I was in the midst of a horror movie or real scary situation.

I arrived late in which most of the small carnival rides was winding down (I wasn't riding them anyway). There were glow go-karts (the slow type) and a few rides but I wasn't there for that.

There was a total of 3 houses and all were pretty good. I'm not into clowns (don't scare me) but the Skittles Funhouse was really good. The other 2 were done great as well. The indoor/outdoor configurations were impressive and love the non-standard house feel. I like the uneasiness and must be aware of your entire surroundings.

Also, they allowed me to go in alone. That was the best part of the this haunt. I was the main attraction (at the time) with the actors and really appreciated that. This immensively improved my overall experience.

10/27/2025

Review #20: Milltown Haunt (VA)
Story/Theme: 4
Creativity: 4
Actors: 4
Realism: 4
Length: 4
Immersion: 4
Intensity: 3.5
Terror Level: 3.5
Overall: 4.00/5 💀💀💀💀
Recommendation on Visiting: Strong

This was a solid haunt that began at the Tricksters Hollow, a stroll through the corn field. A few jump scares but a creepy walk through an overall quiet corn field setting. I ended up passing the couple ahead of me and got a slightly better experience. The creepiness was the wandering through a low lit trail made it more immersive. The moon was out but not super bright; however, there was some light from the main haunt area but didn't really impact the environment.

Then went to the Void which was a maze in complete darkness. That was pretty cool but I figured it out too easily and was to the exit within a minute or so. The staff was like "wow, that fast" and the other folks didn't even go in yet. He was waiting for me to get through a little further before letting another group go in.

The final attraction was actually the barn itself. The quality scenes and thematics made it really immersive. The actors were engaged and attempted to interact with you as you are the intruder. The costume/make up was done really well and did get a few jump scares throughout.

Also, crowd management was pretty good throughout which made the experience more enjoyable. I showed up later in the evening and it was on a Sunday night so the crowds weren't terrible. The common area had a few fire pits and food options but I was still full from dinner and needed to get on the road for my long 1.5 hour drive home on a spare tire.

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