Gather around the fire at Camp Ruby Lake for two distinct horror stories brought to life by Deadline Escape Rooms. From haunted cabins to cryptid hunts, this nighttime adventure blends suspense with the rugged Nevada wilderness.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour per story
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; comfortable sitting and speaking skills recommended for role-play.
Wildlife
History
Ruby Lake has a legacy of local lore dating to the 1970s, when it became the setting for regional ghost stories involving campers and lost hikers.
Conservation
Deadline Escape Rooms encourages Leave No Trace ethics to preserve the natural setting around Ruby Lake and minimize human impact during nighttime operations.
Deadline Escape Rooms
Gather around the fire at Camp Ruby Lake for two distinct horror stories brought to life by Deadline Escape Rooms. From haunted cabins to cryptid hunts, this nighttime adventure blends suspense with the rugged Nevada wilderness.
Deadline Escape Rooms is a Reno, Nevada escape room company that designs and operates immersive, themed escape experiences. The business offers a rotating lineup of horror and mystery rooms—Freakshow, Dead Silence, Camp Ruby Lake, Witch Doctor, and Noir—each created for groups, team building, and recreational play. Deadline Escape Rooms builds detailed sets such as a vintage Big Top Tent for Freakshow and a Louisiana Bayou shack for Witch Doctor, and stages timed puzzle challenges that require observation, logic, and teamwork.
Sessions accommodate a range of group sizes; Freakshow supports teams of up to 12 players. Witch Doctor features a one-hour rescue scenario where players attempt to free a trapped voodoo priestess from the spirit world. Camp Ruby Lake presents two distinct campfire stories—Cabin 8 or a legendary creature hunt—designed for suspenseful, story-driven play. Dead Silence places players in a dark basement setting focused on stealth and tense puzzle solving. Information for Noir is listed among available experiences; specific details are provided directly by Deadline Escape Rooms.
Deadline Escape Rooms serves local residents and visitors to Reno, Nevada, and is featured on The Adventure Collective. The company emphasizes immersive set design, clear safety briefings, professional game masters, and accessible booking for groups and private events. Players interested in reservations, group pricing, or special events are directed to the business’s booking channels for up-to-date availability and policies. Clear instructions, accessible facilities, and staff safety protocols support an inclusive experience for players of varying escape-room experience levels. Booking is available online and phone.
Location
Reno, Nevada
Serving Reno visitors and locals
Group Size
Up to 12
Freakshow accommodates large teams
Session Length
1 hour
Witch Doctor runs a one-hour scenario
Experiences
5 rooms
Five distinct themed escape rooms
Select a themed room, choose a time and group size, and complete reservations through the business booking system.
Arrive early to get comfortable around the campfire
Arriving 15 minutes early helps you settle in and absorb the setting before the story begins.
Dress warmly for nighttime temperatures
Even in summer, evenings near Ruby Lake can be chilly—layered clothing is essential.
Bring a flashlight or headlamp for moving to and from the site
Paths are dimly lit or unlit; a reliable light source ensures safe navigation.
Be prepared for low physical activity but high emotional intensity
Though not physically demanding, the immersive horror stories can be intense for some guests.
Warm jacket
Keeps you comfortable during cool evening temperatures around the campfire.
fall
Flashlight or headlamp
Essential for safely moving to and from the campfire location in the dark.
Insect repellent
Protects against mosquito bites during warmer months.
summer
Closed-toe shoes
Necessary for safe footing on natural terrain around the camp area.