The spookiest
part of Sumter.
Dedicated to supporting Sumter's local organizations, the Terror Trail at Second Mill Pond is organized and operated by Sumter Elks Lodge #855.
We also happen to be Sumter's local go-to for a night of scares in the woods. Scaring and caring for the community!
Some numbers that we're proud of
More about us
Our mile-long trail is scarier than other local haunts, earning the nickname "pants-wetting" from multiple customers. The prepared trail is self-guided along a cordoned pathway, dimly-lit, with actors around every corner (even above you). Being self-guided, you are forced to face your fears head-on, anticipation slowly building with each step you take. Before tackling the trail, there is a covered pavilion, campfires, and picnic tables to enjoy the concessions.
The trail's main goal is to support local scouting Troop 342, with 85% of our proceeds covering costs for items for our scouts, like uniforms, food, camping equipment, summer camps, and any other supplies they may need.
The other portion of our proceeds supports the Sumter Elks Lodge and their educational grants, for example: recently donating over $17,000 to Central Carolina Technical College!
We have had guests from multiple other countries visit our haunted attraction, including Spain, Mexico, and Germany.
Highlights
What you can expect from us
All actors are volunteers, donating their time to support the Sumter community.
Easy walk through a prepared trail, less than a mile in length.
Recognized by the Sumter Item and aired on WLTX Colombia.
Any and all profit goes directly into supporting local organizations, food banks, scholarships, veteran's programs, and scouting.
Run by the American Legion; serving hot food, snacks, and drinks, to be consumed before or after your scare experience.
Testimonials from our happy spooked customers
FAQS
$19 per person.
The trail is about a 1-mile walk.
Yes! We have easy-access parking, with marshals.
The average wait time is less than 25 minutes. But on our busiest nights, the longest wait could be up to 45 minutes.
30-45 minutes (depending on how scared you are)
Yes! Our actors will cater their scaring experience for each group of guests.
No! All actors have been trained to not touch our customers.
No. The trail is too narrow, and the uneven mulch is not suitable for wheeled devices. Steps and roots would cause issues for those customers.
Closed-toed shoes are strongly encouraged. We do not recommend flip-flops, sandals, heels, Crocs, slides etc... You will be walking through the woods, and the possibility of getting injured, something in your shoes, or losing one is likely.
No. For the safety of our actors and other customers, we ask that all guests refrain from bringing any pets. We will not allow any animals on the trail.