Route 22’s Dark Secrets: Abandoned Ruins & Hidden Tunnels

I walked Route 22 in Union, NJ—dodging traffic, uncovering abandoned buildings, and finding a hidden tunnel under the highway. Is this road in decay? And what’s up with that eerie shuttle? Let’s explore." Full Description: *"Route 22 is one of the busiest highways in New Jersey… but what’s hiding beneath it? I set out to explore its abandoned past, crossing one of the most dangerous pedestrian routes, discovering eerie ruins, and venturing inside a dark underground tunnel. My adventure starts at the legendary P.C. Richard ship, navigating the decayed retail landscape, where businesses seem to disappear overnight. What’s driving this decline? Then, I test the county’s free shuttle—does anyone even use it? Things get even stranger when I stumble upon a mysterious tunnel running beneath Route 22. Is it safe to enter? Finally, I make my way to the abandoned Clinton Manor, a former banquet hall now left to rot. Snow starts falling, adding to the eerie vibe. Why is Route 22 so dangerous? What’s lurking underground? And why is this once-thriving highway falling apart? Join me as I uncover the truth!"* 📍 Spots Explored: P.C. Richard Ship – The last retail icon standing? C – A once-grand banquet hall now abandoned. Route 22 Underground Tunnel – Where does it lead? NJ Union County Free Shuttle – Is it a ghost service? Chapters: 0:00 – Route 22: The Most Dangerous Walk in Jersey 0:29 – Intro: Walking the Strip 1:00 – Why Nobody Can Get to Work on Route 22 2:50 – Closed Businesses: The Graveyard Tour 5:50 – The Fake Bird Sounds Mystery 8:00 – Union Plaza Diner: Gone for Good 11:00 – Bank of America Closed for Good 14:00 – Golden Crust, Red Lobster & the Island Economy 19:30 – The Boston Market First Date Disaster 23:00 – Crossing Route 22 on Foot (Don't Try This) 25:00 – Hidden Tunnel Under Route 22 31:00 – TGIF Is Gone. Ugly Dumplings Is Next. 36:40 – Second Waterway Behind the Strip 40:20 – Vintage 45s in the Woods 42:25 – Inside the Abandoned Clinton Manor Hotel (Now a Subaru Lot) 55:57 – Crossing Route 22 Again (Worse This Time) 59:16 – The Route 22 Safety Shuttle Experiment 1:07:17 – Back at the Ship