There’s something about an abandoned spot that just makes our blood run cold – whether it reeks of history or age old heartache, it’s a neat experience. That’s why we’ve found a couple of eerie or downright weird spots for you to visit this weekend – make a whole trip out of it, why don’t ya! Grab some adventurous friends and take an abandoned road trip – but make sure to abide by all posted signs and state law. We wouldn’t want you getting in trouble now, would we?
See detailed directions or modify the road trip to your tastes right here.
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Tennesse State Prison - Nashville
Brent Moore - Flickr Built in 1898 and left to the ravages of time in 1992, the Tennessee State Prison is a gorgeous structure on the west side of town that exudes the brilliant horrors of the past. It was once the home to Old Sparky, the state electric chair…
Kelsey Wynns - Flickr There are very few folks who have actually been able to gain access, as you have to request a permit from the city. If, however, you don’t want to go through the hassle? Then you can make a drive of it, and take in the stunning spot from the road.
Minister’s Treehouse - Crossville
Roger Smith - Flickr Built out of divine inspiration, the Minister’s Treehouse in Crossville is now known as the largest treehouse in the WORLD.
Mountains of Moss - Flickr It’s been deemed unsafe to walk around, but you can still take it in from a safe distance and wonder at the magnanimity of it all.
Elkmont - Great Smoky Mountain National Park
Joel Kramer - Flickr The Wonderland Hotel and Historic Elkmont cottages have long since been abandoned, although there are almost twenty structures that have been deemed necessary to save.
Dave & Holly - Flickr For now, it’s a creepy bit of the past, that just can’t seem to let go. In 1994, some were even put on the National Register of Historic Places, making the situation even more heated.
Higdon Hotel - Reliance
Higdon Hotel Family Built in 1890 and open until 1920, the darling Higdon Hotel was then left to the ravenous maw of the forest. It’s now a beautiful bit of what once was in the past.
The Dotson School - Grainger County
Tennessee Historic Foundation Located in Grainger County, the school has been used for hay storage and other agricultural uses, but it’s still in fairly good condition.
Would you ever take an abandoned road trip…? We think it’s a neat idea!
Google Maps
Brent Moore - Flickr
Built in 1898 and left to the ravages of time in 1992, the Tennessee State Prison is a gorgeous structure on the west side of town that exudes the brilliant horrors of the past. It was once the home to Old Sparky, the state electric chair…
Kelsey Wynns - Flickr
There are very few folks who have actually been able to gain access, as you have to request a permit from the city. If, however, you don’t want to go through the hassle? Then you can make a drive of it, and take in the stunning spot from the road.
Roger Smith - Flickr
Built out of divine inspiration, the Minister’s Treehouse in Crossville is now known as the largest treehouse in the WORLD.
Mountains of Moss - Flickr
It’s been deemed unsafe to walk around, but you can still take it in from a safe distance and wonder at the magnanimity of it all.
Joel Kramer - Flickr
The Wonderland Hotel and Historic Elkmont cottages have long since been abandoned, although there are almost twenty structures that have been deemed necessary to save.
Dave & Holly - Flickr
For now, it’s a creepy bit of the past, that just can’t seem to let go. In 1994, some were even put on the National Register of Historic Places, making the situation even more heated.
Higdon Hotel Family
Built in 1890 and open until 1920, the darling Higdon Hotel was then left to the ravenous maw of the forest. It’s now a beautiful bit of what once was in the past.
Tennessee Historic Foundation
Located in Grainger County, the school has been used for hay storage and other agricultural uses, but it’s still in fairly good condition.
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