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CRESSON
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

  • Volunteer Day (ages 16+)
    Volunteer Day (ages 16+)
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Sep 11
    251 Correction Rd
    Sep 11, 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
    Sat, Sep 12
    251 Correction Rd, Cresson, PA 16630, USA
    Sep 12, 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, Sep 26
    251 Correction Rd, Cresson, PA 16630, USA
    Sep 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – Sep 27, 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.
  • Flashlight Tours (ages 14+)
    Flashlight Tours (ages 14+)
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Oct 02
    251 Correction Rd
    Oct 02, 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.
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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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