Cedron doesn't need a haunted reputation — the empty streets do the talking. Cedron Township is a township in Lincoln County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 41.
Lincoln County holds 17 documented ghost towns, including Bacon, Herman, Lone Walnut — Cedron keeps them company on the map.
The story of Cedron
Kansas ghost towns are what happens when the railroad changes its mind and the wheat stops paying.
Cedron Township is a township in Lincoln County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 41.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Cedron 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 Cedron 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 Cedron is roughly 39.1756, -98.4336 — 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
Cedron FAQs
01Where is Cedron located?
02What county is Cedron in?
03What is the history of Cedron?
04What remains at Cedron today?
05Can you visit Cedron?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Cedron Township, Kansas”), CC BY-SA.
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