Sat · Oct 17 · 2pm
Rescue Squad Haunted Trail in Mountainside, NJ
Mountainside Rescue Squad Headquarters · 1399 U.S. Highway 22 East, Mountainside, NJ 07092
Flashlights flicker through the trees, actors jump from the shadows, and screams echo across Route 22. On Saturday, October 17, the Mountainside Rescue Squad brings back its annual Trail of Terror and Haunted House.
The event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. at the squad's building, 1399 Route 22, Mountainside. Visitors can walk the spooky trail or take younger children through the haunted house. Union County Life readers looking for a Halloween outing close to home can find it here.
The Mountainside Rescue Squad is staffed entirely by volunteer EMTs and has served Mountainside and nearby towns for more than 80 years. In past years, the trail has relied on squad volunteers and local students who play the scary characters.
Check the squad's website or social media for ticket information before you go.
Every scream on the trail helps support the neighbors who answer the call when someone needs help. Find more Mountainside events, arts coverage, and community news on Union County Life.
Photo Credit: www.mountainside-nj.com
FAQ:
Q: How much does the Mountainside Rescue Squad Haunted Trail cost?
A: The 2026 listing mentions ticket information but does not give a price. In past years the event was free with donations accepted, so check the squad's website or social media to confirm.
Q: Where is the Mountainside Haunted Trail?
A: The Haunted Trail is at the Mountainside Rescue Squad building, 1399 Route 22, Mountainside.
Q: When is the Mountainside Rescue Squad Haunted Trail?
A: The Trail of Terror and Haunted House runs Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Q: Is the Haunted Trail too scary for young kids?
A: The event includes both a Trail of Terror and a haunted house. Families with young children may want to check with the squad about which part fits their kids best.
Q: Where can I find more Halloween events in Mountainside?
A: Union County Life covers Mountainside events and community news, including the Rescue Squad's Haunted Trail. Visit unioncountylife.com for more.
