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CRESSON
SANATORIUM & PRISON

AFTER DARK

This October, explore the sanatorium and prison
after the sun goes down.

Bring a flashlight. Explore 32 acres,
nearly 20 buildings, and tunnels.

Upcoming Events

  • Flashlight Tours (ages 14+)
    Flashlight Tours (ages 14+)
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Oct 11
    251 Correction Rd
    Oct 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:59 PM
    251 Correction Rd, 251 Correction Rd, Cresson, PA 16630, USA
    Explore Cresson Sanatorium & Prison after dark on a self-guided flashlight tour through historic buildings, an abandoned prison, and underground tunnels.
  • Volunteer Day (ages 16+)
    Volunteer Day (ages 16+)
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Oct 14
    251 Correction Rd
    Oct 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    251 Correction Rd, 251 Correction Rd, Cresson, PA 16630, USA
    Come fill some trash bags and explore for free!
  • Self-Guided Tour - Exploration & Photography (ages 14+)
    Self-Guided Tour - Exploration & Photography (ages 14+)
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Oct 16
    251 Correction Rd, Cresson, PA 16630, USA
    Oct 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    251 Correction Rd, Cresson, PA 16630, USA
    Explore Cresson Sanatorium & Prison at your own pace, with 32 acres of historic buildings, an abandoned state prison, and underground tunnels open for exploration and photography.
  • Public Paranormal Ghost Hunt (Ages 16+)
    Public Paranormal Ghost Hunt (Ages 16+)
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Oct 17
    251 Correction Rd, Cresson, PA 16630, USA
    Oct 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – Oct 18, 2026, 2:00 AM
    251 Correction Rd, Cresson, PA 16630, USA
    Investigate Cresson Sanatorium & Prison after dark. Ghost hunt through the abandoned prison, historic sanatorium buildings, and underground tunnels.
  • Trunk or Treat at Cresson Sanatorium and Prison
    Trunk or Treat at Cresson Sanatorium and Prison
    Sat, Oct 31
    251 Correction Rd
    Oct 31, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    251 Correction Rd, 251 Correction Rd, Cresson, PA 16630, USA
    Decorate your trunk, bring the treats, and join us for some spooky fun at Cresson! FREE vehicle registration. Setup begins at 2 PM, with Trunk or Treat from 2:30–4:30 PM. All are welcome!
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History

Originally built in 1913 as a tuberculosis sanatorium, the Cresson complex later served as a state hospital and eventually a correctional institution. Today the historic property is being preserved and opened for tours, investigations, and public events.

Plan Your Visit

 

Looking for Halloween attractions in Central Pennsylvania?

 

Cresson Sanatorium & Prison offers a different kind of October experience. Explore a real abandoned sanatorium, hospital and former state prison through flashlight tours, paranormal investigations and daytime exploration.

 

Walk historic buildings and underground tunnels across the 32-acre property in Cresson, Pennsylvania.

Getting Here: 
Cresson, Pennsylvania in the Allegheny Mountains

  • 1.5 hours East of Pittsburgh

  • 3 hours Northwest of D.C.

  • 3.5 hours West of Philadelphia

  • 5 hours West of NYC

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On-site parking available for tours and events with space for RVs

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What to Expect:
Historic abandoned buildings
Uneven terrain and stairs
Limited lighting in many areas

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What to Bring:
Closed-toe shoes required
Flashlights strongly recommended
Weather-appropriate clothing

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