A Haunting History of Ijams Hike (October 5)
Sun, Oct 05
|Mead's Quarry Parking Lot
Discover the haunted and hidden histories about the land that Ijams now occupies
Time & Location
Oct 05, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Mead's Quarry Parking Lot, 3815 Island Home Ave., Knoxville, TN 37920
About the Event
A Haunting History of Ijams Hike
Every landscape carries its stories, and some are darker than others. Step into the shadows of Ijams Nature Center for an afternoon hike that blends natural beauty with its own spine-tingling history. On this guided hike, uncover the lesser-known history of what happened on the landscape that Ijams now calls home—where beauty and tragedy have long shared the same trails. Listen to the stories of strange happenings, restless outlaws, and real-life tragedies that left their mark on the land. Blending fact and folklore, this walk reveals an Ijams shaped not only by nature, but also by the haunting events of its past. You will discover a side of Ijams you’ve never experienced before.
Participants should wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes that are okay getting muddy or walking up inclines. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing. Participants will cover 1-2 miles and the hike will be approximately 1.5-2…