About the Tortured Souls Compound

Hidden deep in the woods outside DeFuniak Springs lies a place whispered about in hushed tones — The Tortured Souls Compound. This isn’t your typical haunted house. It’s an immersive, full-throttle horror experience that takes you far beyond creaky floorboards and jump scares.

Our attraction combines the raw isolation of the Florida backwoods with the atmosphere of a derelict compound, where shadows cling to every corner and screams carry through the trees. The centerpiece of the experience is our massive pole barn, transformed into a nightmare labyrinth of darkness, sound, and terror. From there, brave souls spill out into our outdoor wooded trail, where the night itself becomes your enemy and every rustle in the brush could be something — or someone — waiting for you.

At Tortured Souls Compound, we believe fear should feel real. That means immersive sets, cinematic lighting, bone-rattling soundscapes, and a cast of characters who know how to stalk your mind long after you leave. Whether you come with friends, family, or a daredevil date, you’ll discover that survival here isn’t about courage — it’s about endurance.

Do you have what it takes to make it through? Step inside the gates of the Compound and find out!

The Tortured Souls Compound is the vision of Waylon Barley, the man who first unleashed the haunted experience in DeFuniak Springs. With years of crafting nightmares that locals still talk about, Waylon has taken his passion for fear to a whole new level. What began as a hometown tradition has now grown into a full-scale attraction — darker, bigger, and more relentless than anything the area has ever seen. Don’t be fooled by the imitators! Tortured Souls Compound is the original and by far the best!

Tortured Souls Compound…So scary you’ll have to sleep with the lights on!