Haunted Red Mill

The Haunted Red Mill in Clinton, New Jersey, is a premier Halloween attraction, celebrated as one of New Jersey’s top-rated haunted experiences and a 34-year tradition at the historic Red Mill Museum Village, a site dating back to 1810 with a reputedly haunted past. Set within the iconic, reportedly haunted Red Mill, known for over 157 documented ghost sightings, including an old man in period clothing on the third floor, this indoor-outdoor haunt delivers a 30- to 45-minute journey through a series of terrifying scenes. The experience begins with a chilling outdoor maze, where guests navigate twisting paths and trails filled with eerie props like fog-shrouded tombstones and abandoned structures, leading to an agonizingly slow haunted hayride along the river. The hayride, a standout feature, immerses visitors in a narrative-driven horror show with actors portraying killer clowns, extraterrestrial beings, and chainsaw-wielding maniacs, enhanced by dynamic lighting and sound effects. Inside the mill, guests enter a vortex tunnel and explore the allegedly haunted building, encountering detailed sets like a creepy schoolhouse, a gory operating table, and a shadowy attic, where over 50 professional actors deliver intense jump scares and unsettling interactions. The haunt’s atmosphere is amplified by strobe lights, fog, and haunting soundscapes, with props like severed limbs and ghostly artifacts blending with the mill’s historic architecture. A family-friendly “Happy Hauntings” option offers a less intense experience for younger visitors, while the main haunt’s intensity and uneven terrain make it unsuitable for children under 10 or those with mobility issues. The queue area features roaming actors, food vendors, and blacksmith demonstrations, fostering a festive yet spooky vibe, with proceeds supporting the Red Mill Museum Village. With its rich historical backdrop, cinematic production, and relentless scares, the Haunted Red Mill offers an unforgettable Halloween adventure for thrill-seekers.