The sheep tunnels were constructed to herd sheep under the highway and freeway. Sheep herders would take their sheep to either entrance and take them through these long concrete tunnels. The tunnels have intermittent holes in the ceiling with metal grates to allow light.
The tunnels have some interesting decorations along its walls. Graffiti runs rampant but compared to most graffiti I have seen, it is rather tame in its nature. (I do not condone such behavior but I do realize that it exists). The fun part of the Sheep Tunnels though lies in its late night activities.
One activity in particular that I enjoy doing is glow in the dark fights. Here is what you do: 1)you grab a few friends, 2) purchase glow sticks and something to cut them open with, 3) you venture into the tunnels until you reach a particularly dark spot, 4) you activate your glow sticks and open them up, 5) the last step is go crazy and start lighting up the place and your friends. Be careful not to get any in your eyes or mouth but this is a guaranteed good memory to have.
(Shout out to Jessica and Morgan for the good times in the sheep tunnels).
The possibilities are endless if you have the right people and enough imagination. I have done this several times and with different people. Once we played tag, another time we played red rover.
Some would say going through the Sheep Tunnels is a rite of passage. An item on your to-do list that should be completed whilst attending SUU. Make sure you go with company, bring a flashlight and it wouldn't be a bad idea to have hobo-stab insurance (just joking on the insurance).
I would recommend something warm to wear during the colder nights and be aware that water does drain through the tunnels when a good storm hits. Other than that have fun and document your good times and let me know of any other places you tend to find a good time. Message, comment or even talk to me in person.
Let the Shenanigans continue!
Do you need permission to go here? How do you get to these tunnels?
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