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Haunted house near Vernon Hills, Illinois

VISITING FROM VERNON HILLS

Vernon Hills groups looking for a Lake County haunted house can head northwest to Realm of Terror in Round Lake Beach.

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Lake County’s Halloween Nightmare Since 2003

REALM OF TERROR FROM VERNON HILLS.

From Vernon Hills, the trip to Realm of Terror is about 17 miles and roughly 25–30 minutes. Those are estimates from the town area; traffic and your starting point will affect the drive.

The route listed here is IL-60 / IL-83. Use the directions link for your own starting point, and allow extra time for parking and security on busy nights.

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Opens Google Maps. The town route starts near the town center; you can change the starting address.

Your trip to the Realm

CHECK YOUR DATE BEFORE YOU GO.

Before you set off, check your date and the event format. Family Frights is a daytime visit on October 24; No Actor Night is October 29. Regular nights have the full live-actor show.

Our address is 421 W Rollins Rd, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073. Parking is free. The main walkthrough averages about 30 minutes, with additional time needed for waiting and the rest of your visit.

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TICKETS AND EVENT DETAILS.

Compare ticket prices for your date, read about the show or check the special-event details below.

Vernon Hills Halloween planning

ARRIVAL AND WAITING.

Your ticket time is an arrival time, not guaranteed entry to the attraction. Regular admission uses a virtual queue; Express skips that queue and VIP provides immediate front-of-line access.