For nearly two decades, A Petrified Forest has been creating spine-chilling experiences in Central Florida, and this year, they’re taking things to the next level. What started as a haunted trail attraction in Altamonte Springs, Florida has grown into a full-blown scream park, complete with three all-new outdoor scare trails, a fully immersive theatre experience, a brand-new escape ride, and plenty of late-night scares to keep people terrified and coming back for more.

Delivering scary experiences like no other

When guests walk into A Petrified Forest, they’re stepping into a world full of screams. Every season is built from the ground up with new storylines, characters, and original themes, created entirely in-house by their passionate team. From elaborate sets to frightening costumes, their attention to detail shines through in every haunted experience. What helps them stand out is that they’re proudly female-owned, which is a rarity in the haunted attraction industry.

This is no “get in, get out” haunt. Visitors can spend hours enjoying live DJs, food trucks, laser tag, and other entertainment between trails. The outdoor setting with winding paths, real shadows, and fog combine to create natural scares that simply can’t be replicated indoors. Other fan-favorite special events include a lights-out walkthrough of all three trails called Total Eclipse and a one-night event called Blood Moon, where guests enjoy unlimited trail access.

Powering their haunts with TicketLeap

With so many moving parts, running a large-scale haunted attraction like A Petrified Forest requires a ticketing system that’s fast, reliable, and easy to use. That’s why they turned to TicketLeap.

“TicketLeap made it simple,” emphasized Pamala Hill, Social Media Manager for A Petrified Forest. “We needed a system that could handle high traffic, multiple ticket types, and an event that runs for weeks.” She also noted how TicketLeap saves their team time, keeps lines moving, and takes the guesswork out of managing their tickets.

Our ticket scanning app and real-time reporting tools have been especially valuable, keeping things smooth at the gate while giving the team the insights they need behind the scenes. With TicketLeap powering their ticketing, A Petrified Forest can stay focused on what they do best – creating unforgettable nights of screams and building a tight-knit community.

Keeping community at the core

While the scares are what draw people in, it’s the community that makes A Petrified Forest truly special. For years, the team has given back in meaningful ways, whether by donating tickets to local fundraisers, hosting food drives, or offering creative outlets for young people in the area. Dedicated events like Special Needs Night for guests with sensory sensitivities and Kids Day benefiting Make-A-Wish are designed to bring everyone together.

Their dedication to their community goes beyond the trails. For example, after a powerful storm one year, a group of cast and crew members helped a local family clean their yard while still in their haunt makeup from the previous night. “Being part of this community means everything to us," stated Hill. “A Petrified Forest has always been more than a haunted attraction. It’s home.” This commitment to community solidifies A Petrified Forest's unique place in the hearts of its visitors for 18 seasons and counting.

A home for fear and fun

A Petrified Forest is a shining example of how a passion for horror and a dedication to community can create something truly special. For 18 seasons, they've been delivering top-notch scares while giving back in meaningful ways. With TicketLeap as their reliable ticketing partner, the team is free to keep dreaming bigger, scaring harder, and welcoming thousands of fans into A Petrified Forest each season. We're thrilled to be part of their journey and can't wait to see what screams they have in store for the future!Want to keep up with their latest attractions? Visit their website (apetrifiedforest.com) to buy tickets to their haunt, or follow A Petrified Forest on social media (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, YouTube)!