{"id":8525,"date":"2025-10-13T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/?p=8525"},"modified":"2025-10-13T14:52:46","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T19:52:46","slug":"%f0%9f%8e%83-the-hollows-haunted-trail-at-brookdale-farms-a-night-of-screams-in-the-woods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/%f0%9f%8e%83-the-hollows-haunted-trail-at-brookdale-farms-a-night-of-screams-in-the-woods\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udf83 The Hollows Haunted Trail at Brookdale Farms: A Night of Screams in the Woods"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/hollows.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"353\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/hollows.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/hollows.png 768w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/hollows-640x294.png 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Looking for a haunted attraction near St. Louis that\u2019s spooky, affordable, and family-friendly? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brookdalefarms.com\/the-hollows\">The Hollows Haunted Trail<\/a> at Brookdale Farms in Eureka, MO delivers a chilling outdoor experience through cornfields and cursed woods. Perfect for families, friends, or date nights this Halloween season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step Into the Darkness<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re searching for a haunted attraction that combines the perfect mix of <strong>family fun and genuine scares<\/strong>, look no further than <strong>The Hollows Haunted Trail at Brookdale Farms<\/strong>. Nestled in the heart of Eureka, just minutes from St. Louis, this outdoor haunt brings Halloween to life with eerie fog, twisting cornfields, and a cast of terrifying live actors who know exactly when to strike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is not your average haunted house, it\u2019s a <strong>walk-through trail of terror<\/strong> that feels more like stepping into your worst nightmare under the Missouri moonlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our Night at The Hollows<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Last night, my family and I decided to test our courage and see what The Hollows was all about. With three kids in tow (ages 10 to 15), we were ready for a few jumps and laughs \u2014 but we got much more than that! Within minutes, all three kids were screaming at the top of their lungs, clutching each other as the shadows came alive around us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The live actors were incredible \u2014 full of energy, timing, and a sense of fun that made the whole experience unforgettable. Even us adults got caught off guard a few times, proving that this haunt doesn\u2019t hold back on the scares when it counts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/thehollows-finish.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1111\" height=\"859\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/thehollows-finish.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/thehollows-finish.png 1111w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/thehollows-finish-640x495.png 640w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/thehollows-finish-768x594.png 768w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/thehollows-finish-1024x792.png 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1111px) 100vw, 1111px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Makes The Hollows Stand Out<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hollows isn\u2019t loaded with animatronics or big-budget props, and honestly, it doesn\u2019t need them. The <strong>real star is the setting<\/strong> \u2014 a dimly lit trail winding through foggy woods and cornfields where every crunch of leaves and every gust of wind keeps you guessing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s that <strong>old-school horror atmosphere<\/strong> that makes it special. You can\u2019t predict what\u2019s coming, and that\u2019s what keeps your adrenaline pumping. The darkness and isolation of the trail do most of the work \u2014 the actors simply finish the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3f9RnJ-ofxA?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent&#038;listType=playlist&#038;list=TLGGY5d2LMXJGDkxMzEwMjAyNQ\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fun for Families, Friends, or Date Nights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While it\u2019s definitely scary, <strong>The Hollows is all-ages welcome<\/strong>. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and parents are encouraged to use their discretion for younger kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our group loved that the experience was <strong>paced perfectly<\/strong> \u2014 groups are spaced out enough that you\u2019re not walking in a crowd, so the suspense builds naturally. You get your own share of jump scares without spoilers from the group ahead. Unless you\u2019re sprinting (not recommended!), you\u2019ll enjoy a great rhythm that makes every scare count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.missourihauntedhouses.com\/halloween\/field-of-nightmares-mo.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"990\" height=\"168\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/toprated-haunted.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/toprated-haunted.png 990w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/toprated-haunted-640x109.png 640w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/toprated-haunted-768x130.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 990px) 100vw, 990px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Know Before You Go<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what to expect when you visit <strong>The Hollows Haunted Trail<\/strong> this Halloween season:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Season:<\/strong> Weekends from <strong>September 27 \u2013 November 1, 2025<\/strong>, and <strong>open daily the week of Halloween<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>General Admission:<\/strong> $28<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bundle Pass (4 Guests):<\/strong> $100 (online only)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tickets Include:<\/strong> Admission to the haunted trail (tax and fees included)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>General Admission:<\/strong> Available at the gate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bundle Passes:<\/strong> Online only<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Estimated Time:<\/strong> Around 40 minutes (depending on your pace)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong> Brookdale Farms, Eureka, MO \u2014 just minutes from St. Louis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Expect <strong>fog, strobe lights, live actors, and plenty of surprises<\/strong> lurking among the trees and cornrows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to haunted attractions around St. Louis, <strong>The Hollows Haunted Trail<\/strong> is a must-visit. It\u2019s affordable, fun, and genuinely spooky without going overboard \u2014 the perfect balance for families, friends, and couples looking to get into the Halloween spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love the thrill of a good scare in the great outdoors, grab your crew and take a walk through The Hollows\u2026 if you dare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> \ud83c\udf83\ud83c\udf83\ud83c\udf83\ud83c\udf83\ud83c\udf83 \u2014 <em>5\/5, Highly Recommended!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a haunted attraction near St. Louis that\u2019s spooky, affordable, and family-friendly? The Hollows Haunted Trail at Brookdale Farms in Eureka, MO delivers a chilling outdoor experience through cornfields and cursed woods. Perfect for families, friends, or date nights this Halloween season! 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