The Adventure Center of Asheville Hosts
The 8th Annual Haunted Trail
presented by Mellow Mushroom
Asheville’s Only Family-Friendly Haunt
The Adventure Center of Asheville is excited to be the 2020 venue for the 8th Annual Haunted Trail presented by Mellow Mushroom. The no-touch no-contact outdoor Haunted Trail is the only Halloween event in Asheville that is ideal for children ages 3-12 years old. Experience a family-friendly heart pumping walk with live actors, spooky sounds, and spectacular props. The younger ghouls can enjoy the (actor-free) “Sweet Peek Tour” of the Trail at 6:30pm before it gets dark.
This year The Treetops Adventure Park Aerial Glow Trail will also be available for ages 4 and over. Climb on one trail while it is illuminated with thousands of colored twinkle and laser lights.
In addition to the Trails, there will also be spooky live entertainment, no touch activities while in line, and food and beverages available including hot chocolate. It is a perfect way to celebrate the Halloween season with the family.
As the Haunted Trail and the Adventure Center are committed to safety, Social Distancing and Wearing Face Masks (for ages 4 years old and over) are required. The Haunted Trail Scenes will have barriers and at least a 10-foot space between guests and the performers. Guests lining up for both activities will be separated into Family Groups. For more information on our COVID-19 procedures, click here.
IMPORTANT:
Combo passes are pre-sale only.
Adult MUST accompany minors
on the Haunted Trail.
As Glow Trail tickets may sell out, Haunted Trail tickets do not.
Hours
Ages 4 and under
Ages 5 and over | BOOK ONLINE
Oct 8, Insta-Fright-Night (Ages 5+) | BOOK ONLINE
Glow Trail Access | BOOK ONLINE
Combo Pass | BOOK ONLINE
*Combo Passes are Pre-sale Only!
IMPORTANT: With a COMBO PASS, arrive between 6:30 and 7:00 REGARDLESS of your Glow Trail time. Each activity will take between 45 minutes and an hour depending upon lines. Guests must be in their last line for any activity by 9:00PM.
$1 of every Haunted Trail ticket goes to Manna Food Bank
IMPORTANT: With a COMBO PASS, arrive between 6:30 and 7:00 REGARDLESS of your Glow Trail time. Each activity will take between 45 minutes and an hour depending upon lines. Guests must be in their last line for any activity by 9:00PM.
$15 Glow Trail Access: BOOK ONLINE
$26 Haunted & Glow Trail Access Combo Pass
(combo passes are pre-sale only!) | Adults MUST accompany minors:
BOOK ONLINE
The Adventure Center of Asheville, 85 Expo Drive, Asheville, NC 28806-
Located just 5 minutes from Downtown Asheville and behind Sam’s Club
Upon arrival at The Adventure Center of Asheville please go to the Information Desk nearest the parking area. They will send you to the correct place to check in for either the Haunted Trail or Glow Trail or both. ***NEW THIS YEAR**** Online Haunted Trail/Glow Trail waivers should be completed when making reservations to significantly reduce wait time at check in.
Waiver link: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5f4e7d5b28b87/web/
Cancellations
Due to the anticipated volume all reservations are final and cannot be cancelled/refunded but can be transferred in advance by contacting the Adventure Center of Asheville at 828-225-2921. Time slots cannot be transferred after the time has past. “No shows” cannot transfer their time. Transfers are based on space availability and may be limited due to capacity maximums.
Have a family friendly fright night and say Boo To Hunger! This year, The Haunted Trail, is supporting the efforts of MANNA Food Bank who is serving the immediate needs of our community. $1 from every ticket will go directly to MANNA to say Boo To Hunger.
October 22nd is Autism Awareness Night with previews and support for guests that might have sensory needs and need extra support. This is also a fundraiser for Camp Lakey Gap, a residential camp for people on the autism spectrum.
The Haunted Trail is produced by Asheville Plays!. Asheville Plays! was founded by a local husband and wife team, Arica Haro and Hahns Banzer who create lasting memories through the power of play. The Haunted Trail is Asheville Plays! signature event, and they are striving to make The Trail a treasured part of your family’s tradition.
For more information, visit www.hauntedtrailwnc.com. For more information about Asheville Plays!, visit www.ashevilleplays.com.
Join us for a “Sensory-Friendly” walk through the Haunted Trail on October 22 from 6:30pm to 9pm! In cooperation with Camp Lakey Gap Autism Programs, we will be providing a family friendly Haunted Trail experience with special accommodations for youth or adults with sensory issues. To access these accommodations, please come to the “Camp Lakey Gap” table when you arrive at the Adventure Center of Asheville and let us know what you need.
Accommodations include:
Special Sensory Friendly Start times are 6:30 (sneak peek) plus 7:00 and 7:30 for after dark acted scenes
HOURS: Wednesday-Sunday 10-6
Fun adventures for the full family, Ages 4+
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The Adventure Center of Asheville is located adjacent to the Crowne Plaza Resort at 85 Expo Drive in Asheville.
Take Exit 3A off of I-240 | Off Patton Ave behind Regent Park
The Adventure Center of Asheville is currently open Wednesdays-Sundays this Spring from 10-6! Reservations are always suggested at 877.247.5539 as we are limiting trip sizes and are often booked.
For Kolo Bike Park conditions, please call 828.225.2921.
All of our activities are open with suggested reservations, amended attendance and schedules, extensive COVID-19 protocols (including wearing face coverings with NO EXEMPTIONS), social distancing and extensive cleaning procedures. You can find the latest information here.
Reservations are suggested for all activities for all Guests as we are limiting our trip times and our Guest numbers.
1. Read our current COVID-19 response plan and operating procedures, then make a reservation. For our aerial activities, call 877.247.5539 or visit our website. For Kolo, visit our Kolo page.
2. Book your child at our Kolo Bike Park Afterschool Club in May, Kolo Saturday Spring Shred Sessions, Kolo Bike & Adventure Summer Day Camps today!
3. Check out our Blog with updated ACA information
Thank you for visiting our website and we hope to see you soon! Stay safe.