Haunted houses

Cleveland photographer Seph Lawless has travelled across the United States in search of the spookiest abandoned properties.

The tale: Though most of the horrifying stories surrounding this house are fabricated, people have still captured eerie ghosts on film and been overtaken by negative energy while on the property. It's speculated to have been built on a burial ground.Can I visit? You can walk around outside on the grounds, but you cannot go inside.—Sierra Larson, Facebook

For a real scare this Halloween, look towards the real haunted houses spread across the decaying ruins of America.

The allure of haunted houses is a strong one. As we head into Halloween season, we've put together a list of thirteen of the scariest haunts out there.

The McPike Mansion in Alton, Illinois is completely haunted and completely fascinating.

Preview of The October Faction by Steve Niles & Damien Worm.

11"x17" Print of a Haunted House! Printed with archival inks on quality cover stock paper. The original was made with pen & ink, and Copic Markers on Bristol Board.

These are the most epic haunted houses in the U.S. Enter at your own risk.

These 50 haunted places across the U.S. promise spine-chilling fun.