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Haunted Night Tour at Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary - Knoxville

Haunted Night Tour at Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary

Petrosmoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

overnight

Fitness Level

Participants should be in decent physical condition; some walking and standing involved.

Overview

Discover the chilling history of Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary on an exclusive overnight ghost investigation. Use advanced paranormal gear as you uncover the prison’s haunted secrets in this spine-tingling adventure.

Petros, Tennessee

Private Overnight Investigation

9PM to 4AM Eastern • 12 Person Limit • Ages 16+ • Maximize your Paranormal Experience

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About This Adventure

Experience the chilling history of Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary on a guided tour, followed by an overnight investigation into its haunted past. Encounter the restless spirits of inmates who met tragic ends, using advanced paranormal equipment under the guidance of expert Jaime Brock. Uncover the mysteries that linger in this eerie fortress.

Footsteps, Apparitions, Disembodied Voices

Ask yourself...Do some souls cross over, while others remain trapped in the veil?

Duration

7 Hours

A short guided tour of the prison starts at 9 PM Eastern Time to help familiarize you with the site. After the tour, you are free to investigate on your own or with the guide until 4 AM Eastern Time.

Overnight Investigations are available seven days a week. Please allow a minimum of 24 hours to schedule an investigation.

About

Evil men who did evil things were imprisoned here, with many locked away for the rest of their lives. And while the death penalty was never carried out at Brushy, more than a few died of natural causes or in the mines. Others met their end with the blade of a meat cleaver or a shiv, the final blow delivered by the violent hands of fellow inmate.

These are the souls that haunt this stone-cold fortress, whose spirits refuse to cross over. Who remain here because they have unfinished business.

Visitors have been touched, shoved, scratched and even growled at. Nevertheless, they have a cautious fascination with this unexplained world of the undead.

More Info

Jaime Brock is Brushy’s Lead Paranormal Investigator. Jaime was born and raised in Petros, TN, the home of Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary.

Jamie has investigated the paranormal for more than 20 years, focusing her efforts on Brushy after its closing in 2009. Her devotion to Brushy, and its past, encompass many years of investigation into the history of the property which she has family ties to.

Jaime focuses her paranormal contact on obtaining firm evidence utilizing many techniques and specialized equipment. She has had documented contact utilizing a wide variety of equipment, obtaining evidence with the latest proven instruments, such as an Ovilus V, REM Pod, EDI Box, SLS Camera, K-2 Meters, MagLite, Grid Lights, multiple voice recorders, and her favorite, dowsing rods.

Jaime also conducts daytime group tours, special flashlight tours, and has assisted with TV shows and YouTube programs utilizing the grounds and facility.

What to Know

  • Parking is available at the prison
  • We are located in the Eastern Time Zone.
  • You will be required to sign a waiver prior to your visit.
  • There are certain areas of the prison that are off limits due to safety reasons.
  • Visitors must be 18 years of age to book a tour. Minors aged 16 - 17 will be permitted only when accompanied by a parent/legal guardian.
  • Drugs, alcohol, beer, wine, guns, tasers, fireworks, or weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited.

Adventure Tips

Book in advance

Secure your spot early as limited spaces are available for this exclusive overnight tour.

Bring warm clothing

It can get cold inside the prison at night; dress in layers for comfort.

Prepare for a scare

Expect intense and possibly startling paranormal activity during the investigation.

Stay with the group

For safety and the best experience, remain close to your guides and fellow participants.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Bats
  • Opossums

History

Built in 1896, Brushy Mountain was Tennessee’s last operational prison before closing in 2009, renowned for its tough atmosphere and notorious inmates.

Conservation

The site is managed with a focus on preserving its historic structures while minimizing environmental impact during tours.

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Recommended Gear

Warm clothing

Essential

Nighttime temperatures inside the prison can drop, so dress warmly.

Headlamp or flashlight

Essential

Necessary for navigating dark hallways and cell blocks.

Comfortable shoes

Essential

Sturdy shoes are needed for walking through uneven surfaces.

Notebook/pens

Optional for jotting down any paranormal phenomena experienced.