635th MMS Booster Club

Presents

The Haunted Orchard

In the quiet town of La Luz, New Mexico, Nichols Ranch and Orchards have long been known for their bountiful apple harvests and serene landscapes. Every year, the townsfolk eagerly anticipate the annual apple festival, a tradition that dates back generations.

However, in 2024, a series of events would transform this beloved orchard into something far more sinister.

The tale begins with an otherworldly visitor, a mysterious figure known as "Morrigan the Enchantress." Morrigan was drawn to the apple festival seeking pie, cider, and apples to poison. Alas Morrigan arrived at the festival late in the day on Sunday and there were no more pies to be had. Her evil presence had gone unnoticed until the chilling moment she cast a malevolent spell upon the orchard grounds in retribution for the lack of pies. With an incantation that echoed through the crisp autumn air, she unwittingly opened an interdimensional portal, a tear in the fabric of reality itself.

As the portal unleashed its supernatural forces, the orchard was flooded with a sinister array of creatures. Zombies, their pallid flesh rotting away, stumbled through the apple groves. Fearsome were-creatures, part human and part beast, prowled beneath the pale moonlight. Vengeful spirits, long trapped between worlds, howled in torment. And ancient witches, their cackles echoing through the night, gathered to wreak havoc upon the countryside.

The once-peaceful trees of Nichols Ranch were twisted by the dark energy of Morrigan's spell. Their gnarled branches reached out menacingly, their once-juicy apples now tainted with malice. The orchard itself seemed alive with anger and discontent seeking vengeance against the tourists that had broken their limbs and stolen their fruit.

Word of the haunted orchard spread like wildfire, drawing brave thrill-seekers from far and wide. They yearned to witness the wicked sights for themselves, to confront their deepest fears in the eerie moonlight. Nichols Ranch, once a symbol of fun and joy, had been transformed into the Haunted Orchard, a place where terror and enchantment intertwined.

Visitors would now wander through twisted apple groves, navigate treacherous paths haunted by the undead, and encounter otherworldly beings from realms beyond. It was a place where screams and laughter blended, where fear and excitement danced together, and where the legacy of Morrigan's dark spell continued to captivate those who dared to enter.

As the moon rose high in the sky each Halloween season, the Haunted Orchard of La Luz, New Mexico, stood as a testament to the enduring power of enchantment, terror, and the thrill of the unknown.

If enough brave souls confront the terrors in the orchard the spell may be broken and peace restored. Are you brave enough to enter? Will You Face the Haunting Spirits Within?"

Purchase Tickets

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Tickets are only sold online and are in limited quantity. Be sure to get tickets before they sell out!

Frequently Asked Questions

What if it rains or snows?

As the Haunted Orchard is outdoors, inclement weather may cause us to close due to safety reasons but WE WILL MAKE ALL EFFORTS TO STAY OPEN!

If there are light or intermediate showers, we can typically stay open. If it turns into a storm or heavy rain, we will have to close.

If the official decision is made that we must close, whether it is before opening time or at some point during the night, it will be posted on the Nichols Ranch Facebook page (nicholsranch1882). If you bought a ticket for a night that we have to close, we will include on that post when you are able to return with that ticket for entry.

This update/info will also be on our website as soon as we are able to put it up but FB will have the quickest update.

How long does it take to go through the Haunted Orchard?

The half mile trail will take approximately 20 to 25 minutes to navigate.

Are dogs allowed to enter the Haunted Orchard?

Normally dogs are allowed at NRO but in this instance there it too much danger for brave canine companions that may be inclined to protect their people from the evil beings in the orchard.

A service animal is permitted for individuals with a disability. Under the ADA, a service animal is defined as a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The task(s) performed by the dog must be directly related to the person’s disability. All service animals must remain on a leash or harness and may not be left unattended. Service animal behavior is the responsibility of the owner and you will be asked to leave The Haunted Orchard if their behavior becomes a threat to the safety of another guest or employee. We do not have accommodations for pets at the The Haunted Orchard. All other pets will need to stay home where they are safe from our ghouls.

The DOJ/ADA does not qualify “Emotional Support or Companion Animals” as service dogs.

Are the characters/ actors allowed to touch you?

NO. As you walk through, our zombies and ghouls will appear, disappear, and come very close, but they will not intentionally touch you or grab you.

Please do not touch the actors. We reserve the right to prosecute any patrons who strike or harm our actors.

Is the Haunted Orchard wheel chair accessible?

Due to the terrain, it is very difficult for wheelchairs to maneuver through this outdoor event. We can send a staff member to accompany you through in case help is needed, but please be aware the pathways are dirt and mulch and they may be uneven as they wind through the Orchard.

Will there be smoke, strobe lights, or special effects?

YES! This attraction contains high impact scares and strobe lights which may not be suitable for people with heart conditions or prone to seizures. Attraction may include the use of fog juice as well as spraying water.

The most important question…Is it scary???!!

Yes, bring a change of underwear! The Haunted Orchard features live actors, loud noises, flashing lights, and other scary elements designed to scare the “yell” out of you!

We do not recommend for children under 10, pregnant women, or those sensitive to strobe lights, artificial fog, loud noise, dripping natural elements, uneven terrain, high elevations, or physical exertion.