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Attica

A ghost town of unknown status in Green County, Wisconsin.

By the Ghost Town USA research team Last reviewed September 2026

Attica ghost town, Wisconsin
Plate I — Attica, WisconsinPhoto: TheCatalyst31 (CC0) via Wikimedia Commons

Boomtowns are built on optimism; ghost towns are what's left when it runs out. Welcome to Attica. Attica is an unincorporated community located in the town of Brooklyn, Green County, Wisconsin, United States. Attica is located at the junction of County Highways C and X, 5 miles (8.0 km) north-northwest of Albany.

Green County holds 2 documented ghost towns, including Clarence — Attica keeps them company on the map.

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The story of Attica

Wisconsin's ghost towns are lead mines, lumber towns, and cutover country that went back to forest.

Attica is an unincorporated community located in the town of Brooklyn, Green County, Wisconsin, United States. Attica is located at the junction of County Highways C and X, 5 miles (8.0 km) north-northwest of Albany.

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What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Attica 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 Attica 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 Attica is roughly 42.7700, -89.4806 — 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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Attica FAQs

01Where is Attica located?
Attica is in Green County, Wisconsin, mapped near 42.7700, -89.4806.
02What county is Attica in?
Attica sits in Green County, Wisconsin. See our full guide to ghost towns in Green County for its neighbors.
03What is the history of Attica?
Attica is an unincorporated community located in the town of Brooklyn, Green County, Wisconsin, United States. Attica is located at the junction of County Highways C and X, 5 miles (8.0 km) north-northwest of Albany.
04What remains at Attica today?
The on-the-ground condition of Attica 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 Attica?
Here's the honest truth: access to Attica 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 Attica is roughly 42.7700, -89.4806 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.

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

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