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The Scariest Haunted House Near Me

When spooky season arrives, there’s one question on every Halloween fan’s mind: “What’s the scariest haunted house near me?”

If you live in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia), the answer is easy: Bennett’s Curse Haunted House in Dundalk, MD and its terrifying sibling, Creepywoods Haunted Forest in White Marsh, MD.

These two attractions aren’t just the scariest in the area — they’re among the best in the entire nation.


👹 Bennett’s Curse Haunted House

For 25 years, Bennett’s Curse has terrified guests with massive sets, original monsters, and nonstop scares. Recently ranked #2 in the Nation on Hauntworld’s Top 13 Haunted Attractions for 2025, it’s the kind of haunt people drive hours to experience.

  • Four attractions under one roof, lasting 30+ minutes.

  • Hollywood-level design, sound, and animatronics.

  • Iconic original monsters unique to Bennett’s Curse.

It’s not just a haunted house — it’s the scream factory of the DMV.


🌲 Creepywoods Haunted Forest

If you’re searching “scariest haunted house near me” and want something different, Creepywoods delivers an outdoor twist.

  • A haunted trail through the dark forest.

  • Folklore-inspired storytelling and eerie sets.

  • Firelight, fog, and shadows that make the woods themselves terrifying.

It’s the perfect complement to Bennett’s Curse, giving you two very different types of fear in one night.


🎟️ The Fright Tour Pass = Best Value

Why choose when you can experience both? The Fright Tour Pass bundles Bennett’s Curse & Creepywoods into one ticket:

  • Save $10 compared to buying separately.

  • Upgrade to VIP to skip the lines.

  • Perfect for groups, date nights, and Halloween road trips.


🏆 Why These Are #1 Near You

When it comes to the DMV, nothing compares to Bennett’s Curse & Creepywoods:

  • National recognition.

  • 25 years of fear.

  • Two completely unique styles of terror.

So the next time you search “scariest haunted house near me,” remember: the answer is just an hour from DC, minutes from Baltimore, and waiting for you in Dundalk & White Marsh.


🎃 Find Out for Yourself

Don’t just search for the scariest haunted house near you — experience it.

🎟️ Get your tickets now:

Because the scariest haunts aren’t just near you… they’re calling your name.

Bennett's Curse Celebrating 25 Years 

Bennett’s Curse Haunted House — The DMV’s darkest nightmare returns! The haunted house that inspired them all celebrates 25 years of relentless fear with over 30 minutes of immersive, nonstop, heart-pounding horror. New for 2025:    the Fright Tour Pass—experience both Bennett’s Curse and Creepywoods Haunted Forest in a single night of terror. Conquer two massive locations in one unforgettable evening—complete with fright, fun games, bonfires, and s’mores. Nationally feared, locally worshipped—enter if you dare. Get a world-class show and the VIP treatment you deserve. Don’t settle for imitators—experience the legend while the darkness lasts.

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