This One Creepy Ghost Town In Tennessee Is The Stuff Nightmares Are Made Of

Have you heard about the Lost City of Loyston, a once-thriving small town in Tennessee that's now completely beneath the water? We aren't really sure if you have, because only watery ghosts walk the roads that once shuddered with life in this former community. But, if we've piqued your curiosity, I invite you to read on to learn more about this ghost town that's now under Norris Lake in Loyston, Tennessee.

Back in 1933, Loyston, Tennessee was a small community of about 70 residents and a few local businesses. They even had a post office in town!

This once lively community was named Loyston in 1894 after local businessman John Loy. It was only a town until 1936. At this time, it was completely flooded out by the creation of Norris Lake.

When this happened, Loyston, Tennessee lost mills, schools, churches, homes, and memories under the water.

The town under Norris Lake had a Main Street which lies in an area known as Loyston Sea.

Today, the Lost City of Loyston is underwater.

But we think you can use your imagination when spending time visiting Big Ridge State Park This day trip destination sits along the Loyston Sea.

Do you look at it a bit differently, now? We think it's hard not to since you now know that the Lost City Loyston is under the water.

There's an eerie tinge to it, don't you think? The government helped many of the locals move, and a few banded together to form a town known as New Loyston - one that is only a crossroads now. It's a town forgotten, left behind, with only the ghosts of what once was to walk the once bustling streets.

Have you visited where the Lost City of Loyston used to be? If so, feel free to share your impressions in the following comments section. And, if you'd like to explore more of the area, we recommend checking out this overnight hike in Big Ridge State Park. For more suggestions of fun things to do in Tennessee, take a look at Airbnb Experiences too.