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Caledonia

A ghost town of unknown status in Ringgold County, Iowa.

By the Ghost Town USA research team Last reviewed September 2026

Caledonia doesn't need a haunted reputation — the empty streets do the talking. Caledonia Township may refer to the following places in the United States: Caledonia Township, Boone County, Illinois Caledonia Township, O'Brien County, Iowa Caledonia Township, Alcona County, Michigan Caledonia Townshi

Ringgold County holds 2 documented ghost towns, including Knowlton — Caledonia keeps them company on the map.

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The story of Caledonia

Iowa's ghost towns are coal camps and railroad towns in a state that farmed too well to need many of them.

Caledonia Township may refer to the following places in the United States: Caledonia Township, Boone County, Illinois Caledonia Township, O'Brien County, Iowa Caledonia Township, Alcona County, Michigan Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan Caledonia Township, Shiawassee County, Michigan Caledonia Township, Houston County, Minnesota

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What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Caledonia 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 Caledonia 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.

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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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Caledonia FAQs

01Where is Caledonia located?
Caledonia is in Ringgold County, Iowa. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
02What county is Caledonia in?
Caledonia sits in Ringgold County, Iowa. See our full guide to ghost towns in Ringgold County for its neighbors.
03What is the history of Caledonia?
Caledonia Township may refer to the following places in the United States: Caledonia Township, Boone County, Illinois Caledonia Township, O'Brien County, Iowa Caledonia Township, Alcona County, Michigan Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan Caledonia Towns
04What remains at Caledonia today?
The on-the-ground condition of Caledonia 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 Caledonia?
Here's the honest truth: access to Caledonia 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.

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

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