There's a particular quiet you only find where a town used to be. Brayton has it. Scott Everts Brayton (February 20, 1959 – May 17, 1996) was an American race car driver on the American open-wheel circuit. He competed in 14 Indianapolis 500s, beginning with the 1981 event.
Brayton is the lone documented ghost town in Hendricks County — for now.
The story of Brayton
Indiana's ghost towns are canal towns, coal camps, and railroad stops the interstates finished off.
Scott Everts Brayton (February 20, 1959 – May 17, 1996) was an American race car driver on the American open-wheel circuit. He competed in 14 Indianapolis 500s, beginning with the 1981 event. Brayton was killed in practice after qualifying in pole position for the 1996 race.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Brayton 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 Brayton 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.
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
Brayton FAQs
01Where is Brayton located?
02What county is Brayton in?
03What is the history of Brayton?
04What remains at Brayton today?
05Can you visit Brayton?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Scott Brayton”), CC BY-SA.
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