Looking to get spooked this Halloween? Here's where you can do that in central Kansas

For many people, getting scared is part of the Halloween season, and central Kansas has a few options for those looking to get their spook on this year.

Studies have shown that people who intentionally go to places like a haunted house do so and experience enjoyment. In one such study, even those who were considered "white-knucklers" or people who avoid fear, participated alongside "adrenaline junkies" in a haunted house experience "with consumer satisfaction remains relatively similar across the two groups."

So, for those looking for the potentially enjoyable experience of being scared this Halloween season, here's a few places that can make that happen in central Kansas.

Smoky Hill Hollow haunted house

What: A haunted house experience by Saline County Rural Fire District No. 3.

When: From 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Oct. 20 and 21, Oct. 27 and 28.

Where: Hedville Fire Station, 2911 N. Hedville Road.

Admission and more information: The Smoky Hill Hollow charges a $5 donation per person.

Falun Salemsborg Lutheran Parish Haunted Trail

What: One of the longest haunted trails in central Kansas.

When: Beginning at dark through 11 p.m. on Oct. 21, 27 and 28.

Where: Falun Salemsborg Lutheran Parish, 3831 W. Salemsborg Road, Smolan.

Admission and more information: Cost is $10 donation cash only. Chili feed also available for $5 beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Zombie Expedition

What: A paintball experience set in a "zombie apocalypse" where guests shoot paintball ammo at "real life zombies."

When: Expeditions begin at 7:30 p.m. and go until final ticket sales at 11 p.m. Oct. 13 and 14, Oct. 20 and 21, Oct. 27, 28 and 29.

Where: 7928 S. Old Highway 81, Assaria.

Admission and more information: General admission is $20 and includes 100 rounds of ammo. Fast Pass admission is $25 which gives holder a specific time slot. Additional paintballs can be purchased on site.

Geisler Mansion

What: Haunted house experience from special effects makeup artist, Venus Geisler in Cawker City.

When: 7:30 p.m. to midnight, Oct. 27 and 28.

Where: 815 First St. Cawker City.

Admission and more information: Admission is $10 per person

This article originally appeared on Salina Journal: Central Kansas offers scares for those seeking haunts this Halloween