Fall in Northern California means crisp air, golden leaves… and spooky adventures! 🎃 From haunted forests under the stars to multi-story scream parks, the Sacramento and San Joaquin regions are home to some of the most thrilling Halloween attractions in the state.
Here’s your guide to the best haunted houses, ghost tours, and family-friendly Halloween fun—all within a short drive of Sacramento, Stockton, and surrounding areas.
If you’re looking for a truly immersive outdoor haunt, Haunted Forest CA in Plymouth is a must-visit.
Spans over 30 acres of eerie woodland trails.
Nighttime haunt for adults & teens: creatures, dark pathways, and terrifying theatrical sets.
Enchanted Forest (daytime): a kid-friendly adventure with tunnels, puzzles & non-scary fun.
⚠️ Haunted Forest is not recommended for kids under 10, but the Enchanted Forest is perfect for families.
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Northern California’s largest haunted house park with four themed attractions (Silverthorn, Miss Hallow’s Academy, Cursed Magic & Iron Veil Asylum).
💀 Don’t miss: Glowstick Fright Nights on Nov 1–2.
Four unique haunts (Deadlands, Blightwoods, House McCutchen, Misery Mine) plus a carnival, live music & stage shows.
👻 Best for ages 13+ (younger must be accompanied).
A massive 15-acre event featuring:
Zombie Paintball Attack 🎯
Medical Mayhem
CarnEvil Circus
Scarecrow Corn Trail
Pro tip: Book paintball tickets early—they sell out fast.
A classic Sacramento-area haunt with over 24 years of scares, circus acts, and creepy staged sets.
Corn Maze, Haunted House, Pumpkin Patch, Train Rides, Obstacle Course, Hayrides and so much more!
Sacramento Ghost Tours & Boo’s & Booze Pub Crawl – Haunted history meets nightlife. Perfect for adults.
Preston Castle (Ione, CA) – Historic castle offering ghost tours and spooky events.
Delta King Murder Mystery Dinner (Old Sacramento) – A Halloween-themed dinner show on the historic Delta King riverboat.
Book early – especially for paintball haunts & special nights.
Check age restrictions – many events are intense for kids under 12.
Plan logistics – parking, wait times, and weather (outdoor haunts = chilly nights!).
Tie to local living – these events make the area extra fun for families and newcomers.
As your neighborhood real estate expert, I don’t just connect you with homes—I connect you with the community, too. From fall festivals to haunted forests, Northern California has something for everyone. Thinking about buying or selling? Let’s chat while the ghosts and goblins are out this October!
📲 Belinda Mills | PMZ Real Estate
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