NETHERWORLD Haunted House

Haunted attraction · Stone Mountain · Georgia

One of the most decorated haunts in America, NETHERWORLD is known for enormous custom creatures and effects built in-house. Its 2025 run was billed as the 29th Season of Screams, and it took USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice honors in both 2024 and 2025.

Best for: Atlanta-area fans of big-budget monster design

Don’t miss

  • Giant custom monsters
  • Two haunts plus midway
  • Nearly 30 seasons running

Plan your visit

2026 dates not confirmed This one runs a season rather than opening year-round, and hasn’t published a full 2026 window yet. Check the website before setting out.

2026 Forecast

Color nearby peaks: November 11–November 15

Color builds from October 29 · mostly bare by December 7

Color starts: October 29Peak: November 13Bare: December 7AugustDecember

Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at NETHERWORLD Haunted House’s own coordinates and elevation (299 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.

NETHERWORLD Haunted House on the map

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Frequently asked

When does NETHERWORLD Haunted House peak in 2026?
Peak color is predicted for November 11–November 15 (best estimate November 13). Color starts around October 29 and is mostly bare by December 7.
What is NETHERWORLD Haunted House best for?
Atlanta-area fans of big-budget monster design.
How do I get to NETHERWORLD Haunted House?
NETHERWORLD Haunted House is in Stone Mountain. The closest city is Atlanta, about 16 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Georgia's fall lineup.

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