The Haunted Tunnel In Virginia Is Not For The Faint Of Heart
There’s something about tunnels that seems inherently symbolic. The act of passing from one side to the other seems like experiencing some sort of transformation, even if you’re just driving through briefly. And sometimes, the feeling of passing through a tunnel can be downright eerie. Virginia happens to have plenty of haunted roads and tunnels, and the Poor House Road tunnel in Lexington is no exception. Learn more about this highly paranormal spot in Virginia.
The Poor House Road tunnel was built in the early 1900s as part of the railway that ran between Staunton and Lexington. The tunnel was not used for long, as the invention of automobiles took over the transportation world.
It didn't take long for the tunnel to acquire a tragic reputation. During the early 20th century, it was the site of several lynchings. It was also reported that a couple of young girls who were playing in the woods nearby were shot by an unknown killer who drove by. The tunnel has also allegedly been the site of other horrendous murders, all of which have caused reason for investigation.
What has resulted from further investigation of the Poor House Road tunnel is suspicion that the site may be incredibly haunted. Visitors have heard voices, perhaps from the young girls, calling out "come on, come on."
Some other haunted reports include the appearance of hand prints on cars, fog appearing in photographs when it was not visible at the time of the picture, and the sound of disembodied voices. Some brave visitors have also entered the tunnel at night, only to witness ghostly shadows appear on the tunnel walls.
Whether the Poor House Tunnel road is haunted or not, there's no escaping the fact that this site has a deeply tragic history. Nevertheless, it's a beautiful area of the state and is still frequently visited.
While the bridge’s history may be steeped in urban legend, there’s still a great deal of mystery and darkness that surrounds this site. Have you visited the Poor House Road tunnel? Be sure to share your thoughts with us!
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A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Alexandria. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.
