👻 Top Haunted Houses in the Greater Peoria Area
Looking for a fright this fall? The Greater Peoria area is home to some of the most haunted and thrilling attractions in Illinois — from eerie trails to haunted hospitals with real history. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or just love Halloween vibes, here are a few spots you won’t want to miss this spooky season.
🏚️ Aura Haunted House – Bartonville
Set inside the historic Peoria State Hospital (Pollak Hospital), Aura combines real-life haunted history with professional-level scares. You’ll find pitch-black hallways, live actors, and special “blackout nights” for the truly brave.
📍 4500 Enterprise Dr, Bartonville
🔗 aurahauntedhouse.com
🌲 Spider Hill Haunted Attractions – Chillicothe
Held at Three Sisters Park, Spider Hill is a Halloween destination with multiple attractions in one place — the Massacre Mansion, Trail of Terror, and even a Zombie Invasion paintball experience. Great for groups!
📍 17189 IL-29, Chillicothe
🔗 three-sisters-park.com/spider-hill
🌑 Spook Hollow – Marquette Heights
A Peoria-area staple for over 40 years, Spook Hollow is known for its massive outdoor set designs and long run time. It’s a multi-area haunt that includes M.C. Manor and M.C. Nightmare — each one scarier than the last.
📍 613 LaSalle Blvd, Marquette Heights
🔗 spook-hollow.com
🪓 Old State Mine Haunted Trail – Bartonville
For outdoor horror lovers, this haunted trail mixes folklore, local legend, and jump scares in a chilling wooded environment. The atmosphere alone is worth the trip.
📍 4512 Pfeiffer Rd, Bartonville
🔗 oldstatemine.com
💀 Vibe Haunted House – Creve Coeur
Newer on the scene, Vibe Haunted House brings modern scares and cinematic effects to Central Illinois. Expect creative storylines, intense sound, and immersive visuals.
📍 205 S Main St, Creve Coeur
🔗 aurahauntedhouse.com/vibe-haunted-house
👻 Bonus: Real Haunted Spots in Peoria
If you prefer a dose of authentic ghost lore, visit:
Peoria Public Library — rumored to be haunted by the original owner of the land.
Springdale Cemetery — local paranormal groups often visit this historic site.
🎃 Plan Your Haunted Night Out
Many of these attractions run through late October and early November, so check their individual websites for dates, hours, and ticket information before you go.
And if you’re new to the area or thinking about calling Greater Peoria home — we promise it’s only haunted in the best way. 👻
