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Barclay

A ghost town of unknown status in Bradford County, Pennsylvania.

By the Ghost Town USA research team Last reviewed September 2026

Barclay ghost town, Pennsylvania
Plate I — Barclay, PennsylvaniaPhoto: Ki Longfellow (PD) via Wikimedia Commons

Barclay isn't the ghost town on the postcards, which is exactly why it's worth knowing about. Barclay Tagg (born December 30, 1937, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania) is an American Thoroughbred horse trainer. Tagg graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Animal Husbandry in 1961.

Bradford County holds 3 documented ghost towns, including French Azilum, Laquin — Barclay keeps them company on the map.

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The story of Barclay

Pennsylvania invented the American company town — coal patches and oil booms that burned bright and short.

Barclay Tagg (born December 30, 1937, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania) is an American Thoroughbred horse trainer. Tagg graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Animal Husbandry in 1961. Tagg is best known for conditioning Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Jockey Club Gold Cup winner Funny Cide. Horses in Tagg's stable have included Tiz the Law, Showing Up, and Nobiz Like Shobiz. Formerly a steeplechase jockey, Tagg won his first race in 1972 at Old Liberty Park.

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What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Barclay 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 Barclay 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 Barclay is roughly 41.6559, -76.6263 — 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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Barclay FAQs

01Where is Barclay located?
Barclay is in Bradford County, Pennsylvania, mapped near 41.6559, -76.6263.
02What county is Barclay in?
Barclay sits in Bradford County, Pennsylvania. See our full guide to ghost towns in Bradford County for its neighbors.
03What is the history of Barclay?
Barclay Tagg (born December 30, 1937, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania) is an American Thoroughbred horse trainer. Tagg graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Animal Husbandry in 1961.
04What remains at Barclay today?
The on-the-ground condition of Barclay 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 Barclay?
Here's the honest truth: access to Barclay 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 Barclay is roughly 41.6559, -76.6263 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.

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

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