How far can your limits be pushed when it comes to terror inside a haunted house? These houses are not for the weak-hearted.

You are about to see the best haunted houses in the state of Illinois. The houses run the gamut when it comes style, theme and fear. This list was compiled by thescarefactor.com, and they based their ratings on several factors:

  • Cast
  • Costuming
  • Customer Service
  • Atmosphere
  • Special Effects
  • Theme
  • Scare Factor
  • Entertainment & Value
Can You Handle The Terror Of Illinois' Top-Rated Haunted Houses?
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Here are the top 6 haunted houses in Illinois, according to TheScareFactor.com


#6 Realm Of Terror - Round Lake Beach

An intensity level you won't soon forget


#5 Hell's Gate - Lockport

So many thrills in the woods. You really should click the link above and read more about Hell's Gate and how if you make all the right moves in the woods, you can earn your admission fee back.


#4 Basement Of The Dead - Aurora

As you'd expect, this entire haunted house is in the scariest part of pretty much any house, the basement.


#3 The Massacre - Montgomery

20,000 square feet of terror in three separate attractions and an escape room.


#2 Evil Intentions - Elgin

This is the closest haunted house to Rockford. Take a look at the summary from thescarefactor.com after paying a visit.

In 1899, Elgin Metal Casket Company was known for producing some of the most sought-after caskets of its time. Over the years, the building has suffered from multiple reports of unsolved murders, unexplainable anomalies, and cult activities.

This building now houses Evil Intentions, a haunt that lives up to its name… in more ways than one. The stories behind the building are displayed throughout the haunt and make you feel like you’re dead center in the middle of the reported murders and cult activities.

Evil Intentions may have raised the bar for authenticity…

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Now in their 21st season, reviewers are still saying Statesville is one of the most legendary haunted houses ever.


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