Boomtowns are built on optimism; ghost towns are what's left when it runs out. Welcome to Arkalon. Arkalon is a ghost town in Seward County, Kansas, United States. It was located northeast of Liberal on the west side of the Cimarron River.
Arkalon is the lone documented ghost town in Seward County — for now.
The story of Arkalon
Kansas ghost towns are what happens when the railroad changes its mind and the wheat stops paying.
Arkalon is a ghost town in Seward County, Kansas, United States. It was located northeast of Liberal on the west side of the Cimarron River.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Arkalon 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.
Getting there
Here's the honest truth: access to Arkalon 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 Arkalon is roughly 37.1431, -100.8075 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.
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.
Survey Map
Approximate position — verify access locally before visiting
Arkalon FAQs
01Where is Arkalon located?
02What county is Arkalon in?
03What is the history of Arkalon?
04What remains at Arkalon today?
05Can you visit Arkalon?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Arkalon, Kansas”), CC BY-SA.
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