Illustration of a hooded figure holding a lantern beside a moonlit dirt path lined with pumpkins and dead trees at night (The Trail of Purgatory)
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The Trail of Purgatory

Visitors navigate an outdoor Halloween walkthrough divided into eight distinct themes. The path takes guests through narrow and wide trails over uneven ground, surrounded by dense fog and complete darkness. Live actors deliver scares alongside intense strobe lights, graphic content, and loud noises.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

thetrailofpurgatory.com

When

Tickets

No tickets or expense are required; monetary donations are accepted to help keep the trail operational.

Hours

Scary nights: 7:30pm–10:30pm; friendly nights: 6:30pm–8:30pm; Halloween night: 6pm–9pm.

Ages

Recommended for ages 7 and up

Parking

Street parking is available. Do not block neighbours' driveways, and be aware of people and vehicles on the street.

Accessibility

The trail is not wheelchair or stroller accessible as the ground is very uneven.

Going?

Location

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115 Pennock Drive, Thunder Bay, Ontario Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (4/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (2/5)

Best For

Teens and adults who enjoy intense scares

Vibe

Dark and intense

Energy Level

High

Photo Friendly

Low

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive earlier in the season during the opening weekend to avoid lines that can reach up to an hour later in October.
  • Use street parking, but take care not to block neighbours' driveways or impede road traffic.
  • Exercise caution if sensitive to intense sensory effects, as the trail features extremely loud noises and bright strobe lighting.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Friendly nights on the listed Sundays and Wednesdays in October are no-scares, display-only sessions.
  • Halloween night is display-only, with no actors.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to buy tickets in advance?

No tickets or reservations are required to attend; admission is free, though voluntary monetary donations are accepted to support the attraction.

Is the trail suitable for children?

The haunted trail is recommended for children ages 7 and up, though parents should judge whether their child can handle a scary, intense environment.

How long are the wait times?

Wait times are very short during the first weekend of the season, but later in the month lines can range from 20 to 60 minutes.

Where can visitors park?

Street parking is available near the location, provided you do not block driveways.

What special effects are used along the trail?

The haunt incorporates live scare actors, intense strobe lights, dense fog, extremely loud noises, and areas of complete darkness.

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