It's almost time to plan your spooky jersey fall getaways

As Summer ends and September and October draw near, New Jersey amps up its spook factor with a variety of Halloween attractions and experiences that are likely to make even the bravest souls quiver.

Crystal Lake Tours in Hardwick offers guided visits to the original Friday the 13th film location. These tours are so popular that past events have sold out in seconds. Brighton Asylum in Passaic is another hotspot, rated the scariest haunted attraction in the state by Fodor’s Travel Guide. It provides three distinct experiences: Brighton Asylum, the Bleeding Grounds, and SubCULTure.

For those interested in farm frights, New Jersey offers several options including Haunted Casola in Manalapan, Farm of Horrors in Flemington, and Night of Terror in Mullica Hill, among others.

New Jersey’s long history also contributes to its eerie atmosphere. Tours through the Pine Barrens offer insight into the legend of the Jersey Devil. Coastal destinations like Cape May and Asbury Park offer ghost tours that explore the local haunted history.

Haunted dining experiences also exist in the Garden State. Restaurants such as Lake House Restaurant in Newfield, The Cranbury Inn in Cranbury, and The Brass Rail in Hoboken have reports of supernatural occurrences.

For visitors looking for overnight thrills, haunted accommodations are available. Properties like Widow McCrea House B&B in Frenchtown and The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City claim to host more than just living guests.

From terrifying tours to haunted histories and accommodations, New Jersey offers an array of options for thrill-seekers this Halloween season.

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