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Anoka

A ghost town of unknown status in Boyd County, Nebraska.

By the Ghost Town USA research team Last reviewed September 2026

Anoka isn't the ghost town on the postcards, which is exactly why it's worth knowing about. Anoka is the name of several places in the United States: Anoka, Indiana, an unincorporated place Anoka, Minnesota, a city Anoka (Metro Transit station) Anoka County, Minnesota Anoka-Hennepin School District 11 Anoka, Ne

Boyd County holds 3 documented ghost towns, including Gross, Monowi — Anoka keeps them company on the map.

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The story of Anoka

Nebraska's ghost towns are railroad and homestead towns, spaced every few miles along lines the trains don't run anymore.

Anoka is the name of several places in the United States: Anoka, Indiana, an unincorporated place Anoka, Minnesota, a city Anoka (Metro Transit station) Anoka County, Minnesota Anoka-Hennepin School District 11 Anoka, Nebraska, a village Lake Anoka in Avon Park, Florida

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What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Anoka is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.

Nobody has confirmed the access situation, so treat any visit as reconnaissance: verify land ownership first, and be ready to admire from the road.

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Getting there

Here's the honest truth: access to Anoka is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times. The mapped point for Anoka is roughly 42.9478, -98.8309 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.

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Good to know

Ghost-town etiquette is simple: take only photographs. Removing artifacts is illegal on public lands and disrespectful everywhere else — and on federal land it can be a serious offense.

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Survey Map

Approximate position — verify access locally before visiting

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Anoka FAQs

01Where is Anoka located?
Anoka is in Boyd County, Nebraska, mapped near 42.9478, -98.8309.
02What county is Anoka in?
Anoka sits in Boyd County, Nebraska. See our full guide to ghost towns in Boyd County for its neighbors.
03What is the history of Anoka?
Anoka is the name of several places in the United States: Anoka, Indiana, an unincorporated place Anoka, Minnesota, a city Anoka (Metro Transit station) Anoka County, Minnesota Anoka-Hennepin School District 11 Anoka, Nebraska, a village Lake Anoka in Avon Par
04What remains at Anoka today?
The on-the-ground condition of Anoka is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.
05Can you visit Anoka?
Here's the honest truth: access to Anoka is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times. The mapped point for Anoka is roughly 42.9478, -98.8309 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.

Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Anoka”), CC BY-SA.

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