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Haunted Houses Reno Nevada

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Some travelers associate fall with greenery, apple cider, and pumpkin pie. While cheesy haunted house attractions are very widespread in Reno, some people prefer to encounter actual ghosts and ghouls on Halloween. Reno is full of historic properties with interesting stories for all you thrill seekers out there. Finding “genuine” haunted houses isn’t difficult if you know where to search.

If you’re a fan of ghost hunting or paranormal investigative shows, then you probably know where to find some of Reno’s most terrifying real-life ghosts. These spooky locations will surely give you the chills and maybe even make you believe in ghosts! We understand that many individuals prefer to avoid haunted houses and stay at bed-and-breakfasts or inns with no dark histories or resident spirits. However, some vacationers believe that ghostly activity signifies a great vacation.

Mystery-seekers from around the world seek out locations believed to have an abundance of mysterious activity, often traveling great distances to do so.

Believing that the chance to witness something incredible lies beyond normal everyday occurrences, these gutsy adventurers remain determined to seek it out.

Kingdom of Horrors

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The Kilburn Estate is a large property area deep in the center of the swampland. Mr. and Mrs. Kilburn brought their two young kids deep into the swampland many years ago. They lived happily until a terrible fire destroyed their mansion and Mrs. Kilburn. Mr. Kilburn, torn between sadness and wrath, enlarged his riches by establishing the Kilburn Reform School and inviting the world’s most problematic youngsters. Mr. Kilburn, unable to bear the sight of his two sons any longer, cast them into the school’s basement. The youngsters were stuck in a realm of sorrow and solitude, hoping to escape one day.

Mel and Lester are still living on the property. No one dares to enter Mel’s cabin, and no one has seen Lester, the school janitor since the school closed.

Last year, all who attended Kilburn Estate, where deranged souls reside, were treated to the dreadful youth that inhabited this swamp. The reform institution has now been closed, although the youth remain in some capacity. After returning to Mel’s refurbished cabin, we welcome you to explore the unknown. You must select between two roads, each of which screams something completely different. No one knows what happened in the damned from hell place, yet it is commonly known that horrific things occurred. Many people come in, yet none ever depart.

Hundreds people have gone to the Kilburn Estate in search of the answers, but none of them have ever returned. Perhaps, Mel has them mounted in his shack, or Lester and his gang of evil kids have kidnapped their souls. Only a select few will make it through, and those who do will stay in this place for eternity.. Entering is simple, but leaving with your spirit is in the hands of Mel and Lester.

Kingdom of horrors is located at 15 E 7TH STREET, RENO, NV 89512

Reno Fright Fest

 

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Reno Fright Fest has joined forces with the Reno Aces to offer Northern Nevada’s Number One Haunted Attraction. It has grown to be Northern Nevada’s largest, most anticipated, and talked about Halloween attraction during the last 11 years. Their mission has always been to deliver the greatest quality, most professional Haunted Attraction in the neighborhood while keeping it cheap for the entire family to enjoy.

Reno Fright Fest is celebrating its 11th year with the “Slaughter House” at Greater Nevada Field. Northern Nevada plays host to one of the biggest indoor Haunted Houses- The Slaughter House. This house of terrors is sure to give any thrill seeker chills. This year, they are completely redesigning from past years to delight hundreds of eager consumers with new, never-before-seen chambers, personalized scares, and horrific scenes that had our guests racing for the door.

Location: 250 Evans Ave. Reno, NV 89501

Silver Queen Hotel

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One woman experienced so many spirit encounters while staying at the Silver Queen Hotel that she founded the Paranormal Researchers of Oregon Society. The corridor was empty when visitors heard tapping on their bedroom door in the middle of the night. Reports of curtains flapping when there is no draft in the room, a mist drifting over guest beds, and messages left on mobile phones that have not rung are common.

In the middle of the night, guests experienced a sensation that somebody was perched on their bed, yet they couldn’t lay eyes on any individual. Rosie, one of the ghosts, enjoys rapping on the guest room doors. One guest ultimately yelled at Rosie to leave because he was tired of being woken every time he went to sleep. He was left by himself for the rest of the evening after hearing the noisy, thudding sound of someone walking down the hallway away from his room.

Location: 28 N C Street, Virginia City, NV 89440

Haunted houses in Nevada?

In addition to gambling, Nevada’s residents and visitors can also enjoy ghost hunting. Gambling losses are not the only things that go unaccounted for in many of California’s casinos. Rumors hinting at a supernatural presence have sparked the fascination of ghost hunting, providing an entertaining and highly educational journey through the region’s culture and past.

The Flamingo Hotel and Casino is famous for the ghost sightings of the notorious mobster and founder, Bugsy Siegel. Visitors have reported many encounters with his spirit haunting the halls of the hotel.

In the swimming pool area, you can easily be surprised by the energetic and vigorous presence of him; accordingly, this has been seen as intimidating, leaving many people feeling uncomfortable.

Even after his death, Bugsy Siegel haunts the Flamingo Hotel and Casino.

In addition to the numerous ghost towns and abandoned mining camps littered throughout Silver State, there are also several locations where miners committed heinous crimes while searching for gold, silver, lead, and different gems. In some cases, miners’ bloodlust manifested itself in horrifically violent murders, unrelated to any kind of material gain. It’s thought these crimes were driven by either desperation or the pursuit of wealth—greed.

Prospectors and business partners looked for fortunes that were elusive in their lifetime, resulting in some of these abandoned mines now being haunted by the ghosts. If you look right, you might find an abandoned mine for yourself.

Here are some haunted houses in and near Reno:

Please check their respective websites for the most up-to-date information on opening hours and ticket prices. Enjoy your spooky adventure! 🎃

Final words

Are you a fan of haunted houses? If so, the Reno is the perfect place for you. This city is home to several haunted locations from abandoned hospitals to old cemeteries. So if you’re looking for a good scare, check out some of these locations.

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