Built to Scare

Marion, Virginia

Trail of Terror

A one-night haunted trail through Hungry Mother State Park for people who want their Halloween outdoors and intentionally scary.

The experience

About the event.

Virginia State Parks describes the Trail of Terror as a haunted route through the woods with eerie encounters and surprises along the path.

What to expect

  • A haunted trail through the woods
  • A three-hour event window from 7:00–10:00 PM
  • Outdoor Halloween scares rather than paranormal investigation
  • A state-park setting at Lakeview Lawn

Before you go

  • This is an outdoor Halloween attraction; dress for weather and walking conditions.
  • The event is listed for October 24 from 7:00–10:00 PM.
  • Check the official state-park page for current admission, age guidance, and weather-related updates before traveling.

The place

Why it is on AAD

Trail of Terror gives visitors a clear “Built to Scare” option in the same guide as investigations and haunted-history programs. That lets people browse by the kind of Halloween experience they actually want rather than assuming every “haunted” listing means the same thing.