Discover the Best Day Trips around the Quad Cities

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Raven’s Grin Inn

Raven’s Grin Inn

Step inside one of Illinois’ strangest and most unforgettable haunted experiences at Raven’s Grin Inn, a five-story Victorian mansion transformed into a surreal maze of art, humor, and fright. Created by eccentric artist Jim Warfield, this Mount Carroll landmark offers year-round guided tours filled with secret passages, handmade monsters, bizarre sculptures, and plenty of jump scares. More than just a haunted house, it’s an interactive performance that mixes comedy, creativity, and chaos—making it one of the most unique attractions within a short drive from the Quad Cities.

👻 Haunted Attractions

1–2 Hours Away

Booking Required

Indoor

Kid Friendly

Paid Admission

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411 N Carroll St, Mount Carroll, IL 61053, Raven’s Grin Inn

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