Abandoned Train Tunnel Hidden in Downtown Knoxville, TN

[@ExplorationUnknown]

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[@chaosdemonwolf1]

Are ya sure the tunnel and tracks are abandoned? The rails seem to still have some shine to em and little to no rust.

[@MaxZomboni]

Exploration Unknown I hate to tell you this, but those track do not look abandoned. I think you were walking through that tunnel on active tracks. Looking at Google Maps the tracks appear to still be intact, and have railroad warning lights at the crossings. They don't usually keep the warning lights up at the crossing, if the tracks are abandoned. Be careful walking through railroad tunnels unless you are certain the tracks are abandoned.

[@nevittwoods1730]

fun pass time with friends, wont cost to much neither

[@ReadingAreaRailfan]

Exploration Unknown actually jon, those rails are used very rarley used for switching so they are not completley abandoned.

[@jenniferloving9054]

Hi! That tunnel is very dark. Was it cold in there?

[@tonyperry2115]

I'm from South Knoxville, and I used these tunnels almost every day .. Most times were going to worldsfair park. Some of the best times of my life ...!!❤

[@timdaugherty5921]

This was the L&Ns(Louisville and Nashville) branch line to Maryville TN. This is used some for switching hopper cars, but not often. These rails were built in the late 1890s and the tunnel was finished around 1885. At the west bore, there was a water tower, and you can see the foundations of the tower still, I saw it in your video. The secret door was a underground tunnel that was filled in years ago by the RR. I believe a mixed freight train ran through here in 2017 but not sure. I will ask my dad. He ran trains all around downtown there. Good stuff!

[@Rob-tr1st]

That is exactly what I was going to say the old L&N line.

[@arthurgerber]

No, it's a former Southern Railway branch that serviced primarily quarries on its eastern end.

[@vincentberkan605]

Is this the tunnel near Kern's Bakery?

[@arthurgerber]

@@vincentberkan605 Yes almost next to the former Kern's bakery which is being redeveloped into residential use.

[@vincentberkan605]

@@arthurgerber I looked it up on Google maps, that line leads straight to some kind of an industrial estate with structures that look like big round tanks. That could be a gas works or something like that.

[@jstephenallington8431]

The parking lot that you started out in has been blocked off now by a chain link fence. It is the parking lot for the Shriners Temple, just below the famous JFG Coffee sign. It used to be a wonderful spot to sit and look a the Knoxville skyline at night. Not anymore!

[@JPVideos81]

Always something so fascinating about old train tunnels.

[@jaoquelinebell784]

Ironic I find this video looking at something else. Anyway, there was a little house with a parking lot for a front yard, right above the tunnel where y’all started. I grew up in that house during high school. 418 Mimosa. Never went into that tunnel. But wow. Cool now after all these years, I finally see what it looks like. When I was a kid tho we walked those tracks many times only going the other way to friends houses etc. never through the tunnel. It’s a cool, creepy area that part of south Knox. I miss the hospital being there, the old hotel, Smokey mountain market. So many memories. Thanks y’all.

[@michelleross9782]

Tim's "Falling with Style" gets a solid 9.8 from me. 0.2 deduction for his hand touching the ground, This changes its classification to "Stylish Sliding."

[@mistydawn2717]

Giggles awesome 💜

[@annetaylor7496]

Lol,good one....like that a lot😉😊👍👍

[@HauntedRamblings]

Lol i had to go back and watch again after seeing this comment

[@armored.heathen13]

I live near Knoxville and never knew this was there. I went there yesterday and found the hole you guys found, there is still a lot of cold air pouring out of it. It’s a very cool little area to explore and take pictures.

[@VerdantExploration]

I didn’t understand. Is it big enough to get into??

[@jasonmorgan5055]

Thanks so much for this I grew up just across sevier ave in the early 80s I always wondered about this and the houses built above it. This track spur line runs to the old meades quarry and ijams nature center

[@elainebundy2521]

I'm feeling very excited, yesterday my son and I found this haunted abandoned train track.I have been so wanting to do this since I've been in KNOXVILLE. Went all the way through, I felt at peace and I was able to breathe. Next time I go back I will find the hidden door.

[@michelleross9782]

When you said you thought you heard a train & turned around, it reminded me of Ghostbusters 1 with the ghost subway train.

[@JNC1973]

Ghost Busters 2 had a Good Subway scene. I never saw the Newer Ghostbusters with the girls in it from 2016. :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpmXooOuaNJ_sNk

[@augu_3st613]

I grew up in Knoxville and now live in Townsend near heritage!! This guy really knows his stuff I learn new spots all the time from him.

[@guyfrom8659]

Townsend has some old History too .

[@BenjiCollier]

So believe it or not, it is still active somewhat. They run Hi-Rails through there periodically to the old quarry

[@heyitshuttz3705]

I knew the tunnel still got use but HI-Rails?!? Wow could you send a video

[@dannymartin1114]

Cool. I lived in Knoxville until very recently, live in Atlanta now, and I had no idea this was there. I always love finding out new things about Knoxville.

[@notwxsmess3773]

There’s actually been some trains going into the tunnel recently but not entire trains just single cars I assume but i hear them probably twice a week

[@davidmurray5916]

Panda has some of the best tags in Knoxville, you'll see his stuff everywhere

[@TampaJay]

I love these adventures man. The tunnel is awesome

[@timdaugherty5921]

Also these tracks are not abandoned at all. They are just fairly used. Maybe once week or less

[@jmautobrokers6568]

There is stuff all over the tracks. There is no way it was used recently

[@TnEMTP18325]

They are used occasionally by Three Rivers. About a year ago, we had to sit at the Chapman Highway crossing while they crossed over it. Someone told me they were using the tunnel to park the diesel locomotive? That was the one that was crossing, I can tell you that for sure!

[@HillbillyNitroUSA]

Thanks for the adventure John! I've never heard about this tunnel. 👍👍👊

[@natebarger7482]

If you like train tunnels. Then you need to check one out in Vasper TN. It's below Caryville or Jacksboro TN. On old highway 25 i believe. The road goes to Rocky Top or Lake city. There is a rr track that passes over the tunnel below. They are in use. But it's cool to see. It's around a sharp curve before you get to Jacksboro coming from Rocky Top.

[@StarLight-us2wz]

Yeah that one is definitely creepy but is still used today actively

[@fullofgracehomestead]

I remember trains coming through when I was little. The trains were always short. I hated when they came through because we had to wait to cross the tracks to get to my great grandmother’s house. The old baptist hospital was creepy and haunted. I’m sure those apartments have stuff happening in them.

[@Merrittva]

Very interesting and not what I would want my house built on. The headstone piece and the Bible add to the strange factor.. awesome video!

[@plasticbutcher]

Another very cool adventure John, thank you for taking us along Keep up the great videos and stay safe out there Rick B. aka Plastic butcher

[@robinscott3735]

In Chattanooga we have the trail of tears railroad tunnel it is in the mountain in moccasin bend

[@nifflofair6685]

My heart pounds now every time you guys go near a tunnel after the terrifying time you were stuck inside when a train came!

[@sarahstephens3537]

I had no idea this was here! You guys were walking around my old apartment complex! That’s wild. I lived next to this!

[@melissagormady9466]

Awesome video. Creepy but cool at the same time. You should go back and do it again in the late fall early winter as an update.

[@PottsieVol]

I can’t believe there’s so much stuff hidden around Knoxville!

[@Shadowplayz1944]

PottsieVol I went to some abandoned farms in Farragut you can find them on my channel

[@M60gunner1971]

@@Shadowplayz1944 go spread those kinds of lies in Arkansas!

[@fullofgracehomestead]

They don’t realize how many caves are around everywhere. I think they figured that out when taking down a mountain to expend Alcoa Hwy. I saw an opening at the top after the rock slide recently.

[@lowlifeminitrucker6910]

I've lived in Knoxville for over 20 years now and never knew this was there. How cool is that!?! I'll have to go exploring myself. Cool video man.

[@MrSqueegey]

So much history in Tennessee.

[@cuddlepaws4423]

I'm in the UK and this one makes me think of when I was a kid and we went exploring on our ponies. There were old disused rail tracks that passed by limestone quarries and coal mines. We would see lumps of coal by the track and remains of the old mines. Some of the track had been removed, some of it still existed, but it's route took us for a good distance. Aaah great memories. My hubby lived in Cannock where there were coal mines and he played on the old disused rail tracks. He and his mate found it fascinating that if they kicked at the top of the coals it would start to glow. So when it got to Autumn/Winter, they would take a couple of potatoes in foil, bit of butter and a couple of forks, some cans of fizzy pop, go get that coal glowing, add some pieces of wood to make a fire and have baked potatoes. They sat on their rucksacks and took their feet out of their boots to get them warm. Love places like that. Little urban treasures.

[@M60gunner1971]

Disused? Ha!

[@mikey.180]

Lol..at 4:50 " do I hear a train". I don't think you would have to worry about it in that place anymore.

[@loganfrey4968]

nah, that line is still active, although very infrequently for switching

[@jamesgaszak3685]

Im about to move to Knoxville and love videos like this. Keep adventuring especially to the unknown parts of Knoxville!

[@rachelgervais1971]

Awesome Explorer Jon and shell yeah Tim sure did go down with the style 🤗👍

[@feliciascraftyadventures4734]

So cool! That is right around the corner from me and I never knew about it. Have you thought about contacting the Williamswood Castle and seeing about filming a tour there? It is between Ijams and the School for the Deaf. Also, if you are interested in the Old Seven Islands Cemetery, I can put you in contact with the trustees. There is actually a grave that states the person was scalped by indians! It is in South Knoxville almost in Seymour.

[@annetaylor7496]

Great ideas for videos Felicia,and I always love a good cemetary👍

[@nikki414]

I've looked into the Old Seven Islands Cemetery...I would love to check it out

[@feliciascraftyadventures4734]

It is open to the public from dawn until dusk everyday. There have been some vandals at night, so there is someone who watches and will run off anyone after dark. If you ever want a tour of some of the cemetery during the day, just let me know. I am a member of Seven Islands Baptist, and have family buried in the cemetery, and would love to give you a tour sometime.

[@nikki414]

@@feliciascraftyadventures4734 Thanks for the info! That would be great! I've looked it up several times and just haven't ever made it down there

[@ExplorationUnknown]

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[@GraingerProductions]

Always wondered how the trains ran through Knoxville to get in and out of what is now L&N STEM Academy. This video and other’s comments have helped me visualize it a little bit better. Good video!

[@kristy7174]

I'd really hate to see those houses come down when the tunnel caves in. I hope you guys can find the opening. Nice video Jon. Stay safe n God bless.

[@MarkBrown-uf8ct]

Great urbex Jon! Further explore that hospital tunnel.

[@Shadetreejr1967]

I grew up on the dead end side (Southern end) of this rail line and it wasn't L&N, it was Southern Railway that serviced the old Williams Lime Company that was centered inside the Old Meades Quarry, currently (Ijams Nature Center!) Meades Quarry claimed alot of lives in its years!!! And ask any of the locals including myself, There IS a ghost train that frequents those tracks! I am one that seen it personally!

[@billdougan4022]

I remember seeing a tunnel in Knoxville, while heading to Gatlinburg TN on 441. Always wondered where it went, thanks for the video. I think it had a fence gate in front of it in the 1970's.

[@krisRandom6930]

This is so Awesome!!! I have always wanted to see this!!

[@terrisoutherngirl5960]

Great job I exactly was looking for train tunnels near Rogersville Tennessee and found this video. Great job I learnt something

[@Carmen-z8l]

This place is so cool! Great video! 👍

[@SueGirling68]

Hi Jon, I may have found the door you wanted to find, I have taken a screenshot of it and marked the possible door with an arrow and sent it to your new Facebook page in private message, it's at 9:25 in the video. Not 100% sure what Tim found was it because you said steel door. Although it is compelling that a lot of air was coming from that hole. Great tunnel walk-through, thanks for sharing. x

[@owen4248]

Very cool old train tunnel that would be awesome if you could get into that old tunnel from the hospital interesting history. Looks like that track could still be used it's in remarkable good shape. Great job guys.

[@nicolechouinard8873]

Have you heard of the Higdon Hotel in Reliance, TN? Found a news report about it and thought it was interesting. It might be a place to check out. Apparently someone might be trying to restore the place. Thought I would mention it to you if you want to check it out.

[@markjames8752]

follow to the marble quarry, maybe 3 or 4 miles. very cool old trestle too. bunch of cool caves to explore.

[@mistydawn9130]

Amazing video! Love this type of stuff!

[@johnsmart964]

Thank you so much for this video, it is much appreciated and was very interesting. The railroad track looks like it gets some occasional use. That tunnel from the erstwhile hospital seems to be fascinating adventure. Thanks again for this.

[@annetaylor7496]

Always love watching you guys,and I've said it before..just make them longer.Thankyou for making them because it gives me a little taste of where you all live,and places I would probably never visit in person,and the more mysterious the better👻❤👌

[@EphemeralProductions]

Not sure if I've ever told you but I love your intro!!! Cre80s did INCREDIBLE on it!

[@BurtW546]

Hope u all find that door around the train tunnel that would be a yes.love to see all that old things.

[@pecktec]

I think I know where that door is. I work at Regal which is what the old hospital is now. There is a big metal door next to the parking garage. Closer to where you started.

[@tamseverydaychat]

Make a video of it 😂. I always thought that it was under the Henley St Bridge where you walk under the bridge and cross over to the hospital

[@amystone3502]

Love your channel💜

[@BethanyB86]

That is SO cool! Definitely creepy and interesting. I cannot imagine having my house above it.

[@bethanym723]

my ex lived above that tunnel at one time... was very interesting

[@armorvestrus6882]

That is a perfect location to film a scene for the Walking Dead.s. You almost expect to see them come up behind you at some point. The bones might be a sign of a Dogman feeding area watch out guys. Cheers to Knoxville TN. You should do a video about the Norris Dam area sometime that would be Awesome.

[@missdamnative8444]

I enjoyed the exploration John thanks for that.

[@bethshadid2087]

Awesome slide Tim 😁. The only train running through there is a ghost train so beware 🤨. Great adventure Jon, loved it. Blessings and safe travels 💒🌬️🤴🌈💞

[@DJR100]

Interesting. I have been in that area many times and had no idea that was there.

[@brendablystone5115]

Hi John very awesome place yu all was at it was a very 🆒

[@highatruthart]

This Tunnel was definitely creepy😱No Trains No Trains🚂Thanks awesome video 👍Shell Yeah 💜🐢💜🐢💜

[@marypettyfer4640]

Well done Tim great save 🙋🙋

[@drewakens5009]

Panda, Up Here Kids (UH) and a few others all have pretty nice Graffiti. Haven't been to Knox in a while, but those are a few I can rememeber off the top of my head.

[@esfirviti5753]

I love trains

[@kristapryor6554]

This is absolutely cool. I have never known any of this stuff here. Your videos are cool and learn about these spots. 👍

[@TennesseeTrio]

Fascinating! Thanks for sharing!

[@royo1450]

Tankers cars come in on that track filled with liquid asphalt . going to the plant near Ijams nature center.

[@michaelmyers723]

@ROYO how often do tank cars go in and out of there. Didn't Holston Gas used to run tanks through there before they moved to Baxter Ave a couple of years ago?

[@daveyoung5445]

This was cool. I wouldn’t have mine to see the top part either with a map may be a drone or just walking it but overall it was a great little video. Thanks.

[@Diddley-js6lf]

I have been in that place many many time as a kid playing around there by Tyson High School,my family lived in Marble City over by West High School down from the Bike path that runs along third creek, so i know exactly where you at.

[@rdbjrseattle]

I heard that hanging story as a kid in Knoxville in the early 1960s. I haven’t been able to find any info. 60 years later I’m 3000 miles away in Seattle, Wa. 1962 Seattle World’s Fair, 1982 Knoxville World’s Fair. Who would have thunk?

[@timesup8196]

Hi, Thanks fun as always. Peace!

[@michelleseager9782]

Great find!

[@somepeoplecallmemaurice6492]

there is another active train track track right next to it.. so if you thought you heard a train... u probably did... 💞

[@jaoquelinebell784]

On another note, that door I believe is on the other side of where the hospital was now condo more near the river. Hard to explain but you used to be able to see it if you were standing on the landing near calhouns looking across the river at the hospital so like under. Anyway my thoughts. Cool vid.

[@Bee_Charming]

Love your videos!

[@mcwatersd]

What a terrible history with the hangings. A great explore. Panda does some awesome work. Keep Safe❤Keep Well❤

[@odinconnor-randomvideos5267]

Nice video I may go there one day since i live in Tennessee.

[@heathswafford6697]

That is so cool. You should come to Alabama, Birmingham to be exact and explore the Sloss Furnace. Very haunted location.

[@sirunodollaz]

Dope Intro 👍 Nice Doc

[@jonsymmonds1120]

Another awesome explore Jon!

[@rickdrais9737]

Fascinating as usual 👍🏻

[@dustrags722]

Nice tunnel in the best state in us!!!!! Really cool video

[@Diddley-js6lf]

Knoxville has gone to the dogs with the drugs around now, when i was living there it was absolutely the best city anywhere in the states, we come down every summer the last week in just for our family reunion up at Metcalf Bottoms along the little pigeon River

[@Vic_T_234]

Does that place still exist? They've done so much work around here now I wanna see it.

[@larryjohnson8039]

Yes, stopped by today.

[@MAllen-ng8pl]

the setting reminds me of an occurrence at owl creek bridge. except it's not over water. and there are no soldiers. and this railroad was built thirty years after the civil war. but other than that, it's exactly the same.

[@junenilsson4442]

Hi guys 😊 Loooooove your adventure videos,,, Thank for your great video

[@josephhillman8197]

I always thought train tunnels where kind of weird to walk through ! Strange vibe! Cool find !

[@trailblazer5273]

I enjoyed your video, man!

[@therailroader1]

Nice find!

[@cruisingwithwilliam]

great video john

[@richdiscoveries]

Really cool explore!! I love anyting rail abandoned. Great Channel you've got here, can't wait to watch more videos. New sub!!

[@earthcat]

"Is it getinable?". Needs to be on a tee shirt in your merch.

[@marypettyfer4640]

Thankyou 😚😚

[@conniewilliams3644]

Wow! Who knew?! Cool find!

[@laveralewis1469]

Great video!

[@gracechilcoat1925]

Great video! Interesting story and find.

[@DCShaneTours]

Nice video, Was that NE of Knoxville?

[@Ashley-kd2su]

I'd love for you to explore some abandoned stuff here in Ohio! Your channel is awesome and funny

[@barbaradooley9285]

There is one in lake Oswego oregon u should chk out at night. Creepy as hell.

[@sharonironman4547]

Hi john just seen a video with you and the FAM was impressed so I've subscribed and your cute too😊