Illustration of a purple path winding through autumn trees with glowing lanterns, small ghosts and jack-o'-lanterns (Hayride of Horrors and Haunted House)

Hayride of Horrors and Haunted House

Visitors embark on a 45-minute hayride through haunted woods filled with scare scenes, live actors, and animatronics, stopping midway for cider and doughnuts. The attraction also features a walk-through haunted house, with ghouls, clowns, fog machines, and strobe lights throughout.

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When

Tickets

Haunted Hayride and Haunted House: regular admission $25 in person or $28 online/card; active military $10; children under five free. Combo ticket for Haunted Hayride, House, and Corn Maze: $55 in person or $62 online/card; the table also lists a $50 Student Sunday Combo Discount. Children aged five and under enter free, active military members can enjoy any attraction for $10, and combo discounts are available.

Hours

Parking lot opens at 6:00 PM; the on-site ticket booth opens at dusk, around 6:30 PM. Attractions begin when it is dark enough. Ticket sales end at 10:00 PM Fridays and Saturdays; attractions remain open until queued guests have had a chance to experience them. For September 26, the schedule says “Open at 6:30 PM - Last ticket at 10:00 PM.”.

Ages

Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult during the attractions.

Food & Drink

The hayride stops midway for cider and doughnuts, and an on-site concession stand sells cash-only hot food and treats.

Parking

The parking lot opens at 6:00 PM.

Going?

Location

Hayride of Horrors and Corn Maze · 671 Mt. Bethel Road, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (3/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (3/5)

Best For

Teens and families with older kids

Vibe

Spooky and energetic

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Bring a blanket to stay warm if you are attending late at night.
  • Wear sensible footwear such as sneakers or boots, and avoid flip-flops or high heels.
  • If you purchased tickets online, you can bypass the box office and head straight to the attraction line.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The Haunted House is back for the 2026 season.
  • Children aged five and under enter free; active military members can enjoy any attraction for $10.
  • Combo discounts are available for tickets to all attractions, including a Student Sunday Combo Discount.
  • Group rates are offered to schools and established organizations with parties of more than 10; advance reservation is required, and tickets must be paid for and picked up in person at the ticket booth.

Links & Contact

Run by The Corrado Family

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do the attractions use strobe lights or fog machines?

Yes, strobe lights and fog machines are used during the attractions. Guests with conditions affected by strobe lights should proceed with caution.

What age is the event suitable for?

The event is intended for the whole family, though the scare scenes and live actors may frighten some children. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Are there clowns at the attractions?

Yes, the event features clowns along with various other types of ghouls.

What happens if someone needs to leave an attraction early?

Guests needing to leave the hayride should notify the wagon driver, while those in the maze can alert an attendant to use an exit. Refunds are not provided for early exits.

How many people can fit on a hayride wagon?

Each hayride wagon accommodates between 30 and 35 people.

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