Halloween has grown exponentially in the last decade, ballooning into a $15 billion industry. Consumers, who are spending over one billion on Halloween activities, are demanding newer, scarier attractions this season. Hauntworld's list of the top haunted experiences includes the most creative and terrifying haunts anywhere in the U.S., and they have all added something new and special this year.

"There's no creativity ceiling on the Halloween industry. Consumers expect haunted houses to be scarier every year, so the industry has to tap into modern technology, be truly innovative and create the best experiences possible in order to keep people coming back," said Larry Kirchner, owner of www.Hauntworld.com. "The haunts on this year's list are especially impressive and unique. I've never seen such ingenious designs and diversity between the top houses in the country. No two houses on the list have the same theme, and each brings its own brand of artistry to the table – there is something on here for everyone, and if you love Halloween, the houses on this list are a must-see."

Here are the top 15 haunted house attractions in the U.S, as identified by Hauntworld, the world's largest Halloween resource and online directory of haunted houses and activities.