Halloween is just around the corner, which means it’s time to celebrate spooky season in the Smoky Mountains! There are so many great attractions and haunted places to explore for a frightful experience! Here are some of the top haunted attractions in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains that are sure to terrify:
1. Gatlinburg’s Mysterious Mansion
Gatlinburg’s Mysterious Mansion is one of the most unforgettable haunted attractions in Gatlinburg! Take an unguided tour of this 3-story haunted house where you’ll face dark corridors, secret passageways, and things that go bump in the night. There are plenty of jump scares and adrenaline rushes to keep you on your toes. You may run into one of the mansion’s rotting residents creeping in the shadows–or even behind you! During weekends in October, you can experience their special Halloween presentation with even more terrifying horrors!
2. Ripley’s Haunted Adventure
One of the most popular haunted attractions in Gatlinburg is Ripley’s Haunted Adventure. Take a step into the unknown and find out what lurks behind every dark corner! At this haunted house attraction, you’ll encounter live actors, special effects, and unsettling surprises that make this walkthrough adventure frighteningly fun. This haunted attraction is open year-round, but on certain nights in October, you can experience their Fright Nights for an especially spooky time!
3. Ghostwalk of Gatlinburg
A great way to learn about the history of the area and haunted places in town is Ghostwalk of Gatlinburg! This is less of a haunted attraction and more of an educational and spooky experience. You’ll visit some of Gatlinburg’s most historic and haunted places while hearing stories that feature a blend of local legends, superstition, folk tales, and history. Discover forgotten stories of murder and mayhem that took place within the past century in Gatlinburg and Great Smoky Mountains National Park!
4. Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail is considered one of Gatlinburg’s most haunted roads. There’s a legend that dates back to 1908 about a girl named Lucy. According to the tale, a man was riding along the road when he came across a barefoot girl walking. Her name was Lucy, and he offered her a ride to her cabin. He quickly fell in love with her, and the next day he wanted to ask her parents for her hand in marriage. When he got there, her parents told him that she had died the previous year in a cabin fire. Today, some people still claim to see Lucy walking along the road, always wearing white and barefoot.
5. Elkmont Ghost Town
Just a short drive from downtown Gatlinburg is one of the most haunted areas in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Elkmont Ghost Town used to be a thriving logging town and resort community, but it now lies completely abandoned. Some of the buildings have been maintained and preserved, but others remain as they were when the residents left. There have been reports of paranormal activity among these old buildings, and many find the area has a creepy feel. You can explore this ghost town and decide for yourself if it’s truly haunted!
Where To Stay
Many of our cabin rentals are close to downtown Gatlinburg and the national park entrance, so you’ll be within just a few minutes of all these haunted attractions in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains. You can find everything from small 1-bedroom cabins to large group cabins with all kinds of luxury amenities like indoor pools, home theaters, game rooms, sprawling decks with mountain views, hot tubs, and so much more. Be sure to check out our cabin deals and specials before booking your stay to save some money!
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